Staff Attorney - Microbusiness and Nonprofit Support Program

San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, Inc. is seeking a part-time or full-time Staff Attorney to support its Microbusiness and Nonprofit Support Program (MNSP). The MNSP provides legal assistance and education to low-income entrepreneurs and microbusinesses in San Diego County, and to nonprofit organizations that serve low-income and disadvantaged San Diegans. The MNSP Staff Attorney will provide legal counsel to small businesses and nonprofit organizations on transactional matters. The Staff Attorney will also work closely with SDVLP’s Pro Bono team to recruit pro bono attorneys experienced in business law, and place a high volume of cases with attorneys for pro bono representation. In addition, the Staff Attorney will be responsible for performing community outreach and legal education. Our team is collegial, supportive, and committed to providing top-quality legal services to indigent, vulnerable San Diegans. No billable hours requirement.

Minimum qualifications include admission to practice law in California; at least three years of experience in transactional business law; a commitment to SDVLP’s mission of connecting indigent clients with pro bono attorneys, and excellent communication skills.

Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and sick and annual leave are provided to full-time employees, with partial benefits for part-time employees. SDVLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional references to attyhiring@sdvlp.org. No phone calls please.

Jennifer Nelson