**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is seeking a Managing Attorney for their Fair Housing Litigation Unit. The Managing Attorney will be responsible for enforcing national and state fair housing laws, providing direct representation to low-income Maine residents, and engaging in community education and partnership. They will also have management responsibilities, including supervising staff and ensuring compliance with program goals and grant requirements.
Job Title:
Managing Attorney - Fair Housing Litigation
Location:
Portland, Lewiston, Augusta or Bangor office; Hybrid remote
- Enforce national and state fair housing laws through direct representation of low-income Maine residents - Provide direct representation in court and administrative complaint processes - Mentor and support paralegals and attorneys in other units of PTLA - Engage in community education and partnership to promote open, accessible, and inclusive communities - Conduct systemic testing to identify and challenge housing discrimination - Supervise staff and ensure compliance with program goals and grant requirements - Model a culture of teamwork and collaboration among staff and volunteers
Qualifications:
- Active and engaged member of Pine Tree’s management team - Commitment to providing high-quality legal services - Understanding of complex litigation - At least five years of litigation experience in state and federal court (preferred) - Experience managing staff and/or volunteers - Commitment to strengthening the quality and reputation of the program - Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary range of $79,560 - $116,560 (depending on experience) - Employer-paid health insurance with generous HRA contribution - Generous health insurance opt-out benefit - Employer-paid dental insurance - Employer-paid life and disability insurance - Annual contribution to a 403(b)-retirement plan - Other voluntary options available, including vision and expanded life insurance - 12 paid holidays, paid parental leave, generous vacation, floating holidays, and sick leave
Application Requirements:
- Must be a licensed Maine attorney or licensed to practice in another jurisdiction and eligible for Maine licensure - Recent extended litigation experience in state and federal courts - Experience in leadership roles within the program or the advocacy and legal communities - Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the state of Maine
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to employing and supporting individuals who are passionate about social justice and have relevant work experience, regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, religion, familial status or experience with poverty, receipt of public assistance, or homelessness.
