Office Director / Senior Attorney

About Children’s Law Center

Established in 1989, Children’s Law Center, Inc. (CLC) is a unique nonprofit law firm

that protects the rights of children and youth—so they can grow into adulthood in

safe, healthy ways. Through direct legal assistance, policy reform, and community

education, CLC advocates for young people across Ohio and Kentucky. We provide

services in the justice system, education system, child-welfare system, and beyond.

CLC is hiring two attorneys to staff our Lexington office (as two staff members are transitioning out of their roles). The

two new attorneys will work together as CLC’s Lexington-based team and these positions are based in our Lexington

Office. There may be travel in Kentucky for cases/presentations in surrounding counties, as well as travel to our

headquarters in Covington, Kentucky, once per month. Over time, CLC plans to grow this office further to increase

impact across the state. We welcome applicants interested in helping shape and expand CLC’s presence in the region.

We invite you to join the passionate, caring, and knowledgeable team!

Position Description:

Children’s Law Center, Inc. (CLC) is seeking a strategic, experienced attorney to

help lead our Lexington office and help advance our mission across Kentucky. The person will play a

key leadership role, with responsibilities spanning direct legal services, community

education/outreach, partnership creation/management, policy advocacy, and office management.

This is a unique role with program-building opportunities and significant autonomy, for a person who

has an entrepreneurial spirit and wants to innovate and lead.

The position may be tasked to supervise a second attorney (to be hired alongside this position), as

well as interns, volunteers, and contract attorneys. CLC often partners with area law schools for

internship placements, including year-round.

Responsibilities:

Leadership, Supervision, and Operations

 Working with the Executive Director and the Deputy Director to lead and help shape CLC’s

Lexington office as it transitions and grows; develop and implement goals and annual plans for

the office.

 Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with the local bar, judges, court personnel,

community partners, and other appropriate individuals.

 Represent CLC in coalitions, task forces, and local networks.

 Supervise staff attorney, interns, and volunteers as needed – and any additional staff as the

office grows. Recruit, screen, train, and support new staff as needed.

 Oversee contract attorney(s) affiliated with CLC’s Lexington Office (currently one contract to

open in Louisville).

 Conduct and/or participate staff/organizational meetings as appropriate.

 Develop and implement an annual plan to manage operational functions of CLC’s Lexington

Office, including information technology, fiscal management, service requests, data

collection, file management, and office management.

Legal Services

 Ensure high-quality legal advice, representation, and pro-se guidance from CLC’s Lexington

office. Represent youth in courts, schools, and administrative proceedings. Provide

representation, consultation, referral, self-help materials, and guidance to those seeking

assistance.

 Manage intake, oversee casework, and support staff attorney(s) and interns.

 Maintain strong client relationships and work with families from diverse backgrounds.

Community Education/Outreach; Policy Advocacy

 Lead community education and outreach efforts for CLC’s Lexington Office, including

developing presentations, attending community events, and creating educational handouts.

 Engage in legal and policy research to support local and statewide advocacy goals. Support CLC’s

policy work by helping draft testimony, analyzing legislation, and participating in coalitions and

public education efforts.

Fundraising and Development Support

 Work with the Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Advancement Director on fundraising

strategies and activities connected to the Lexington Office.

 Contribute to grant proposals, relationship-building with funders, and reports for funders.

Required:

J.D.; Kentucky bar admission or ability to waive in; excellent communication and

interpersonal skills; ability to multitask effectively; ability to thrive in different legal environments;

cultural competency; desire to work with community partners; strong skills in legal writing, public

speaking, and systems-level thinking; proven ability to build relationships with diverse

stakeholders—from community members to court personnel, elected officials, and legal

professionals; self-directed, highly organized, and comfortable with from a smaller office affiliated a

larger team in Covington.

Preferred:

Previous family law, justice system, and/or education law experience; strong connections in

the Greater Lexington community; leadership experience, supervision experience, and more extensive

legal experience; experience working with different community partners and stakeholders;

demonstrated desire to support public interest practice; an entrepreneurial drive and deep

commitment to your community.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Employer-supported

health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution.

20 days paid time off annually, plus 14 holidays.

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Jennifer Blanford at jblanford@reflexrecruiting.com.