Pro Bono Litigation Attorney

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

. Supervise criminal justice representations, policy research, impact litigation, and civil rights cases .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $240,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in impact litigation, with a strong focus on supervising attorney teams and managing pro bono initiatives. Possesses excellent communication, writing, and advocacy skills, along with a commitment to serving underserved communities.

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Impact LitigationSupervision Of AttorneysPro Bono EngagementTrial ExperienceProfessional Judgment

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Hard Skills

LitigationPolicy ResearchCivil Rights CasesLegal RepresentationClient ServiceTraining Program DevelopmentProject DevelopmentOutcome TrackingIn-Court ExperienceDiverse Team Collaboration

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInitiativeAdvocacy

Certifications & Qualifications

JDAdmitted In New York State

Industry Keywords

NonprofitLegal ServicesGovernmentPro BonoUnderserved Communities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise criminal justice representations, policy research, impact litigation, and civil rights cases
Lead litigation matters and support the Head of Pro Bono Litigation on high-priority pro bono cases
Coordinate and supervise attorney teams working on litigation pro bono matters
Work with legal service organizations to identify pro bono clients, matters, and training opportunities
Build and manage clinic programs with legal service organizations
Support associate professional development by developing and facilitating training programs and helping attorneys build litigation skills
Promote pro bono engagement across offices and practice groups
Contribute to internal and external informational publications
Develop projects for the New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Northern California offices
Develop projects for business services colleagues to participate in litigation initiatives
Track progress and outcomes on litigation matters across offices and practice groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and JD required
10+ years’ experience as a litigator focusing on impact litigation in a nonprofit, government, or legal services setting
Admitted and in good standing in New York State
Significant in-court experience through trials and/or hearings
Experience with supervising attorneys and running large scale litigation teams
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
Compelling writer, oral advocate, and communicator
Demonstrated ability to effectively work as part of a diverse team
Excellent professional judgment, problem-solving skills and initiative
Demonstrated commitment to representation of underserved and underrepresented individuals and communities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid work arrangement