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HIAS Inc

$55K - $60K/yr

HIAS seeks a Legal Coordinator, Pro Bono & Partnerships, to provide critical administrative and programmatic support to the Pro Bono & Partnerships team. This role will work under the supervision of ...

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Pro Bono Director

Riverside, CA · On-site

$127.92 - $150.80/hr

Legal Assistants Compensation: $127,920 - 150,800 Annually Inland Counties Legal Services is seeking a Pro Bono Director to join the Community Engagement Team at ICLS. Inland Counties Legal Services ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for pro bono legal in the United States is $81,691.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Pro bono legal work refers to legal services provided by lawyers to individuals or organizations free of charge or at a significantly reduced fee. These services are often offered to people who cannot afford legal representation or to support causes that serve the public interest. Law firms, legal departments, and individual attorneys may participate in pro bono work as part of their commitment to access to justice and community service. Pro bono work can include anything from representing clients in court to providing legal advice and drafting documents.

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Pro Bono Legal work involves volunteer legal services provided by attorneys to clients who cannot afford representation, often through nonprofits or private firms. Public Defenders are government-appointed attorneys representing indigent defendants in criminal cases. While both roles require legal credentials and serve underserved populations, Pro Bono Legal work is typically voluntary and outside the government system, whereas Public Defenders are employed by the state to ensure legal representation for those unable to afford it.

What challenges might I encounter when managing a pro bono legal case alongside my regular caseload?

Balancing pro bono legal work with a standard caseload can be challenging due to time constraints and the need to meet both client and organizational expectations. Pro bono cases often require navigating unfamiliar legal areas or working with underserved populations, which can add complexity. Effective time management, clear communication with supervisors, and leveraging support from pro bono coordinators or legal aid organizations can help ensure cases are handled efficiently and professionally. Many firms encourage collaboration and provide resources to support attorneys in these efforts, fostering both skill development and community impact.

What skills and qualifications are needed for pro bono legal work?

To thrive as a Pro Bono Legal professional, you need a law degree, bar admission, and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with case management systems, legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), and relevant pro bono certifications or training is often required. Exceptional communication, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to social justice help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to effectively advocate for underserved clients and deliver high-quality legal assistance in resource-limited settings.
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Infographic showing various Pro Bono Legal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,691 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Legal Coordinator, Pro Bono & Partnerships

HIAS Inc

On-site, Remote

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

HIAS seeks a Legal Coordinator, Pro Bono & Partnerships, to provide critical administrative and programmatic support to the Pro Bono & Partnerships team. This role will work under the supervision of the Director, Pro Bono & Partnerships, and in collaboration with the Senior Pro Bono Coordinating Attorneys, Pro Bono & Partnerships.
This role can be remote in the U.S., but preference is for someone based in New York, New York, or Silver Spring, Maryland. This position may require occasional travel, and some work on evenings and weekends is required.
The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $60,000.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Assists with administrative tasks, including data entry, data management, data analysis and report writing.
  • Conducts prescreens and/or intakes for clients who may be eligible for adjustment of status, U.S. citizenship, or asylum.
  • Collects client documents, prepares case files, and assists with our comprehensive pro bono case placement process.
  • Schedules appointments, meetings, trainings and events.
  • Assists in organizing and managing in-person and remote intake clinics and case launch clinics.
  • Manages interpretation/translation needs of clients, including by providing document translation and live language interpretation.
  • Manages our pro bono attorney database and assists with pro bono attorney onboarding.
  • Manages our Country Conditions Research pro bono project.
  • Provides other assistance to the attorneys on the Pro Bono & Partnerships team as needed, including assistance with filling out immigration forms.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • Undergraduate degree preferred.
  • 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, Dari, Pashto or other language skills preferred.
  • Strong grammatical, editing, proofreading and writing skills.
  • Personality that enjoys interacting with clients and colleagues each day.
  • Strong commitment to social justice for low-income communities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

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