Case Coordinator

Background

 

Lawyers Serving Warriors (LSW) is a project of the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) providing free legal representation in disability, discharge and veterans benefits cases to service members and veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) or Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF).  Representation is provided through private law firms whom NVLSP recruits, trains and mentors.

NVLSP an independent, nonprofit veterans service organization dedicated to ensuring that the U.S. government honors its commitment to our active duty personnel and veterans by providing them the federal benefits they have earned though their service to our country.  The project is operated in cooperation with the Pro Bono Institute, and veterans service organizations including The American Legion and the Military Order of the Purple Heart.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

 

-          Place cases accepted by the project with volunteer attorneys;

-          Resolve administrative issues between the project and volunteer attorneys and firms;

-          Manage the data base for the project; and

-          Run regular reports on metrics for program.

 

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree and five+ years of relevant experience.

 

Opening/Closing Date:  Available immediately; closes when filled.  Salary is dependent on experience.  NVLSP has a generous benefits program, with health and pension benefits provided.



Applications:  A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of references should be e-mailed.