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Supervising Attorney - Joliet, IL


Company : National Legal Aid & Defender Association


Location : Joliet, IL


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview PSLS is currently seeking a Supervising Attorney position in our Joliet office. The Supervising Attorney assists the Managing Attorney with supervising and enabling the staff at the local offices to provide exceptional legal services to clients. The Supervising Attorney is responsible for managing and supporting a select group of staff attorneys while handling their own casework. This role helps the organization achieve its mission of providing equal access to justice and legal support to underserved communities at the local level. Responsibilities Provide day"‘to"‘day supervision of legal work and give ongoing feedback as necessary. Review written work of case handlers. Ensure that case handlers engage in timely, effective, and meaningful case planning. Assist in leading case"‘assignment meetings and making case"‘acceptance decisions. Conduct formal case reviews to ensure all cases are progressing appropriately. Assist the Managing Attorney in monitoring staff caseloads. Assist the Managing Attorney in ensuring LSC and other grant compliance. Assist the Managing Attorney in ensuring compliance with PSLS policies. Assist the Managing Attorney with completing annual and ongoing performance evaluations. Carry a caseload of approximately 75% of the applicable range based on experience identified in the Staff Attorney Performance Standards. Salary and Benefits Salary range for the Supervising Attorney position: $82,500 - $106,344 annually, increasing with each year of relevant experience. The position is full"‘time (37.5 hours per week). Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions. Extensive training and education program. Flex scheduling and partial remote work available. Paid time off starting at three weeks per year and increasing with tenure. Paid sick leave. Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment. Twelve paid holidays. Equal Employment Opportunity PSLS is an equal"‘opportunity employer that strives to create a welcoming environment. We recruit, employ, pay, and promote qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr