Director of Litigation

Job overview

The Director of Litigation role is hybrid, with a minimum of two days per week at the San Jose, CA office. The annual salary range is $140,000–$185,000. The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley advances the rights of historically excluded individuals and families through legal services, advocacy, and educational outreach. The director leads impact litigation strategy and execution across the organization’s programs, while building litigation capacity and partnerships. The role contributes to systemic legal change for low-income communities by managing the litigation docket, mentoring attorneys, and coordinating with community partners and pro bono counsel.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop impact litigation strategy
• hire, supervise, and train direct reports
• manage the organizational litigation docket
• mentor and train attorneys
• build relationships with community partners, co-counsel, coalitions, and peer organizations
• file and lead litigation in state and federal courts
• develop litigation priorities with the Chief Program Officer
• evaluate potential matters with staff and community members
• coordinate amicus strategy
• consult on investigations, research, case analysis, and risk assessments
• manage the attorneys’ fees practice
• partner with pro bono counsel, communications, development, IT, and other programs
• engage with the Board and represent the organization at public events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of litigation

impact litigation

legal services

social justice

california bar

j.d.

san jose ca

hybrid

$140k–$185k annually

low-income communities

law foundation of silicon valley

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 19 paid holidays
• 3–5 weeks of vacation
• 12 sick days
• up to six months of parental leave
• paid medical, dental, and vision premiums
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) employer contributions
• sabbatical after five years
• bilingual stipend when applicable
• professional development budget
• paid California Bar or social work license fees
• hybrid schedule.

Why this role

Requires a J.D., current California Bar membership in good standing, at least 10 years of legal experience, significant litigation leadership and trial experience, and a track record of impact litigation outcomes. Candidates must be based in California and meet the San Jose office requirement.

About the employer

Law Foundation of Silicon Valley is hiring for this role. Industry: Grantmaking Foundations. Sector: 81.