The Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Boston Bar Association has announced an opening for a Supervising Attorney to manage its housing and appeals units, according to organization postings. The position offers a full-time, exempt salary of $103,808 and requires a hybrid work schedule based at 7 Winthrop Square in Boston, Massachusetts.
Role Overview and Position Details
According to the Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP), the Supervising Attorney will oversee staff LAR and full-representation cases while mentoring pro bono attorneys. The housing unit represents the largest unit within the non-profit organization, which delivers free civil legal aid to low-income residents across Greater Boston. The position demands a weekly schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, alongside occasional evening training sessions and events. The role requires working in-person two days each week, including attendance at weekly in-person court clinics throughout the Boston area.
Reporting directly to Deputy Director Betsy Gwin, the supervising attorney provides substantive oversight at both in-person and remote legal clinics. Key responsibilities include leading weekly unit case reviews, directing the Appeals Clinic, and developing trainings for staff regarding housing law and litigation. The appointee will also evaluate case merit, coordinate pro bono placements, and participate actively in legal aid coalitions.
Candidate Requirements and Qualifications
To qualify for the position, applicants must hold a law degree from an accredited law school and maintain active admission and good standing in the Massachusetts bar. According to VLP guidelines, candidates need a minimum of two years of full-time housing law experience, including litigation, alongside at least two years of experience supervising legal work. Additional requirements include proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Preferred qualifications listed by the organization include prior experience with Massachusetts appellate procedure and bilingual capabilities, with a preference for Spanish-language proficiency. Candidates must also demonstrate the physical and technical ability to utilize a computer for several hours daily, communicate across multiple formats, and travel to courthouses and clinic locations throughout Greater Boston.
Application Process and Equal Opportunity Commitment
Applicants must submit their documentation through the designated online portal at JotForm, as applications submitted directly through Idealist will not be reviewed, according to the hiring notice. The application window remains open until the organization fills the position.
The Volunteer Lawyers Project operates as an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. The non-profit strives to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves and encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply.
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