Managing Attorney jobs in North Carolina

5535 Albemarle Road
Charlote, NC 28212
Telephone: (704) 376-1600

Fax: (704) 376-8627

Managing Attorney,

Community Empowerment Project
Full Time

WHO WE ARE:

Charlote Center for Legal Advocacy, a non-profit agency that provides free legal assistance in civil maters to
low-income persons in Charlote and Western North Carolina, seeks a dynamic individual for the role of
Managing Atorney, Community Empowerment Project to support the Advocacy Center’s programs. More
informa�on about the Advocacy Center can be found at our website: www.CharloteLegalAdvocacy.org.

ROLE:

The Managing Atorney, Community Empowerment Project is responsible for overseeing and coordina�ng the
provision of legal services to individuals or organiza�ons in need, ensuring the highest quality of client
representa�on in all areas of Community Economic Development, including but not limited to expunc�ons,
drivers’ license restora�on, property tax educa�on and assistance, and other re-entry areas. The Managing
Atorney works closely with the Pro Bono Department to organize, train and work with volunteer atorneys to
assist with re-entry work. The Managing Atorney for the Community Empowerment Project ensures that
vulnerable individuals and organiza�ons receive essen�al legal assistance and that cases are effec�vely assigned
and handled.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff for the Community Empowerment Project in conjunc�on
with the Chief of Legal Affairs.

o Supervision of a paralegal, atorney and, occasionally, an intern or fellow.
o Conduct regular check-ins, case reviews, performance valua�ons, and feedback sessions.
o Manage resources, budgets, and grant applica�on to support Community Empowerment ini�a�ves.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Expunc�ons

o Read criminal records to determine client eligibility for North Carolina expunc�ons, cer�ficates of relief,
and mo�ons for appropriate relief.

o Dra� and file pe��ons for expunc�on of client criminal records
o Appear in district or superior court as need to get expunc�on and cer�ficate of relief pe��ons signed.

Driver’s License Restora�on:
o Read driving records and advice leters to determine eligibility for reinstatement of North Carolina

driver’s license.
o Nego�ate with assistant district atorneys (ADA) in relevant coun�es regarding failures to appear and

failures to pay.
o Appear in court to act on the nego�ated terms of the nego�a�ons with the ADA and to move for

mo�ons to remit court costs and fees associated with failures to pay.
o Interview clients to fill out mo�ons to remit court costs and fees and witnesses for DMV hearings.
o Prepare for and atend DMV hearings

Property Tax Relief:
o Give presenta�ons on property tax relief exemp�ons offered by the state of North Carolina.
o Coordinate and collaborate with the county assessor’s office in obtaining client informa�on regarding

their property.
o Assess clients for eligibility for property tax exemp�ons over the telephone and in person.
o Conduct virtual and in-person clinics to assist clients in filling out property tax exemp�on applica�ons

and preparing suppor�ng documenta�on.

Community Outreach, Community Presenta�ons, Training & Collabora�on:
o Collaborate with community and non-profit stakeholders to iden�fy legal needs and develop pro bono

opportuni�es and to support individual casework assigned to pro bono atorneys.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

o Juris Doctor (JD) degree and ac�ve membership in the NC state bar.
o Several years of legal prac�ce experience, with a strong background in relevant areas of law.
o Experience managing legal teams or projects.
o Commitment to and passion for pro bono and public interest work.
o Strong communica�on, leadership, and organiza�onal skills.
o Ability to collaborate and build rela�onships with diverse stakeholders.
o Proficiency in legal research, analysis, and wri�ng.
o Knowledge of relevant laws and regula�ons affec�ng underserved communi�es.
o Excellent �me management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
o Strong analy�cal and problem-solving skills.
o Ability to priori�ze tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
o Proficient with Microso� Office Suite or related so�ware.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Charlote Center for Legal Advocacy supports a hybrid work schedule with core work hours, Monday - Friday,
8:30 am - 5:00 pm.

SALARY:

This posi�on is a full-�me salary, exempt posi�on. The annual salary range begins at $69,600.00 and may vary
depending upon experience and skills.

REPORTS TO:

Chief of Legal Affairs

BENEFITS:

The Charlote Center for Legal Advocacy offers a generous leave and benefits package, including medical, dental,
and vision coverage at 100% for employees, 22 paid days of General Leave, 12 paid holidays, and 100% employer-
paid professional liability.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Charlote Center for Legal Advocacy (CCLA) is commited to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part
of this commitment, it is the policy of CCLA to provide reasonable accommoda�on when requested by a qualified
applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommoda�on would cause undue hardship. The policy
regarding requests for reasonable accommoda�on applies to all aspects of employment, including the
applica�on process. If reasonable accommoda�on is needed, please contact Julia Lanham at
julia.lanham@charlotelegaladvocacy.org.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Charlote Center for Legal Advocacy provides equal employment opportuni�es to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimina�on and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, na�onal origin, disability status, gene�cs, protected veteran status, sexual orienta�on, gender iden�ty
or expression, or any other characteris�c protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms
and condi�ons of reemployment, including recrui�ng, hiring, placement, promo�on, termina�on, layoff, recall,
transfer, leaves of absence, compensa�on and training.

APPLY:

Applicants should send a resume and cover leter to careers@charlotelegaladvocacy.org. Please note the
posi�on for which you are applying in the subject line.