Director of Litigation
Description
Director of Litigation
(Full-Time, Exempt Position)
Inner City Law Center is hiring talented, dynamic lawyers to help end homelessness in Los Angeles. We are a nonprofit poverty-law firm located in the Skid Row neighborhood of Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC’s 75+ attorneys fight for housing justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people experiencing homelessness, people living with HIV/AIDS, people with disabilities, and homeless veterans.
Position Description:
Inner City Law Center sues slumlords who own substandard apartment buildings, and we win. In the past five years, ICLC has recovered more than $23 million for tenants living in slum housing. Our Litigation Team currently represents 365 tenants in 18 properties across Los Angeles. By combining litigation with tenant organizing and education, the team improves living conditions, preserves affordable housing, and secures compensation for families who have suffered.
ICLC seeks an experienced trial lawyer to lead our Litigation Team that consists of eight attorneys, four paralegals, three organizers, and one administrative clerk. ICLC’s Director of Litigation coordinates ICLC’s efforts to holds slumlords accountable, keeps families safely housed, and preserves affordable housing in Los Angeles. You will have the trial docket, pro bono partners, and organizing support to make a lasting impact on ICLC’s mission to advance housing justice and end homelessness.
Responsibilities:
- Set and manage litigation strategy for complex, high-value cases, from case development through trial, mediation, and settlement.
- Supervise attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, along with the Director of Tenant Organizing, who supervises organizers.
- Build the team’s capacity through supervision, training, and mentoring.
- Partner with pro bono co-counsel at leading Los Angeles law firms and nonprofits.
- Serve on ICLC’s management team and work with other project directors to pursue affirmative litigation opportunities.
- Represent ICLC with community organizations and government agencies.
Hiring Criteria: Commitment to ICLC’s mission and values. Membership of the California State Bar. 10+ years of litigation experience, including jury trials, and a track record with complex cases. Proven ability to supervise, train, and lead a litigation team. Strong communication, negotiation, and settlement skills, and the ability to juggle competing deadlines. A creative, solution-oriented approach to litigation. Commitment to ICLC's mission and the ability to build trust with low-income tenants and a wide range of clients. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to assume responsibility quickly and ability to work closely with a team including the Director of Litigation, staff attorneys, paralegals, organizers and administrative personnel. Ability to use good judgment, multitask, and meet deadlines. Demonstrated commitment to working with low-income communities. Membership in the California Bar or another State Bar is required. Must use and conform to in-house systems and practices and compliance with deadlines. This position will serve a nine-month probationary period. Must have a reliable form of transportation.
Compensation: Salary ranges from $130,000 - $160,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. In accordance with California law, the anticipated pay range for this position is included in this posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. To support pay equity, we use an internal framework that emphasizes years of relevant full time experience. Other factors in final compensation decisions may include applicable skills, education, market data.
How to Apply: Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please upload your resume and a cover letter detailing interest in the position directly at .
Inner City Law Center is committed to having a diverse staff and an equitable and inclusive workplace. To read our full DEI Statement, please click here.
ICLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, marital status, or medical condition. All qualified applicants with criminal histories shall be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
To keep our staff and clients safe, ICLC requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and undergo TB testing upon hire.