Job Description
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (ABLE) Job Title: Legal Training & Compliance Coordinator Experience: 2-3 years of legal practice Salary: Starting at $68,000 per year Location: Toledo or Dayton, Ohio
H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Training & Compliance Coordinator H2: Make a Difference in Low-Income Communities with ABLE
ABLE, a non-profit law firm in Ohio, is seeking a Legal Training & Compliance Coordinator to support their mission of providing equal access to justice for vulnerable communities. With over 50 years of experience, ABLE and its partner firm, Legal Aid of Western Ohio, are the only law firms available for comprehensive legal representation for over 425,000 individuals living in poverty in Northwest and West Central Ohio.
About ABLE: - Non-profit law firm established over 50 years ago - Mission to provide equal access to justice for low-income individuals - Partnered with Legal Aid of Western Ohio - Only law firm available for comprehensive legal representation for over 425,000 people in poverty in Ohio
Job Responsibilities: - Assist with onboarding and training for advocacy staff - Develop training plans and ensure compliance with firm policies - Organize annual continuing legal education for advocates - Support racial justice advocacy initiatives - Ensure legal work meets applicable standards - Oversee project activities and monitor grant expenditures - Collaborate with managing attorneys to define project scope and goals - Track performance and provide progress updates - Evaluate ongoing projects and optimize resource allocation
Role Impact: - Support ABLE's mission by equipping staff with essential tools and skills - Ensure project compliance - Enhance advocacy outcomes through strategic planning and data analysis - Collaborate across departments to deliver high-quality legal assistance to low-income communities
Qualifications: - Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school - 2-3 years of legal practice experience - Strong organizational and communication skills - Experience with diverse, inclusive work environments - Preferred: Project management experience or certification - Familiarity with project management software, LegalServer, and/or GIS mapping
Compensation and Benefits: - Annual salary range starting at $68,000 - Comprehensive fringe benefits, including health insurance, annual leave, sick leave, and more - Hybrid work possible with occasional travel between ABLE's office locations - Eligible for student loan repayment assistance up to $6,000 per year through Ohio Access to Justice Foundation
Work Location: - Toledo or Dayton, Ohio - Hybrid work possible
Join Our Team: - Make a difference in low-income communities with ABLE - Support ABLE's mission of providing equal access to justice - Collaborate with a diverse and inclusive team - Enjoy competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - Work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel between office locations
ABLE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession and provide accommodations for the interview/application process. Contact **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** for accommodation requests.
