civil rights attorney

CAIR LA

<div>Work Location: Anaheim, CA
Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required
Position Status: Exempt
Reports to: Civil Rights Managing Attorney
Salary: $90,000 to $117,000 commensurate with skills and experience
Generous Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees &amp; dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 12 holidays, hybrid work schedule utilized temporarily.
About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations of California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, talented, and are our most valuable resource. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join these efforts.
About the role: The Los Angeles office of CAIR (CAIR-LA) is looking for a candidate with extensive civil litigation experience to develop and litigate cases that will address systematic issues facing the American Muslim community. Anticipated litigation matters that this position will handle will vary and may include issues of: Student Free Speech, First Amendment Issues, Constitutional Violations, Employment Discrimination, Religious Accommodation, Federal and State Civil Rights Claims, National Security &amp; Law Enforcement Practices, Prisoners' Rights, Grade School Bullying, Hate Crimes/Incidents, etc. The position will work closely with the Civil Rights Managing Attorney and Legal Director to identify, develop, and fulfill key litigation goals. This position will also participate in advocacy, campaigns, and public education.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Identify, develop, lead and manage litigation efforts that involve various legal claims that address systematic issues impacting the American Muslim community.
</li><li>Review and investigate an array of legal intakes brought by an incredibly diverse community to identify intakes most suitable for impact litigation.
</li><li>Conduct factual and legal analysis and research as part of the identification of viable legal claims, theories, and the development of viable litigation.
</li><li>Identify litigation opportunities, in line with CAIR-LA's Civil Rights Department strategic objectives and ensure timely and effective representation of clients.
</li><li>Lead litigation matters through all steps of litigation including, but not limited to, interviewing witnesses and potential clients, preparing pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, oral arguments, settlement, and trial if necessary.
</li><li>Legal writing including, but not limited to, drafting memoranda, demand letters, pleadings, affidavits, motions, discovery, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
</li><li>Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation matters.
</li><li>Assist in managing support staff including attorneys, fellows, paralegals, clerks, interns, and coordinators who are supporting CAIR-LA's litigation efforts.</li><li>
Coordinate with other CAIR-LA departments including Policy and Advocacy, Communications, and Development to ensure maximum impact of the position's work</li><li>
Communicate with outside parties such as co-counsel, employers, law enforcement agents, administrative agencies, media contacts, etc.</li><li>
Participate in press conferences regarding legal filings and relevant issues.
</li><li>Travel for outreach including participating in community events and coalition meetings.</li><li>
Assist efforts to educate and empower community members on their rights through public speaking, community presentations and material distributions</li><li>
Support and complete other legal and advocacy projects or duties as assigned</li><li>
All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, fundraising, and other office tasks as required</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited school</li><li>
California State Bar admission</li><li>
5-7+ years of experience in civil litigation, in state and/or federal court, preferably in areas such as anti-discrimination matters, civil rights, constitutional violations, free speech, employment law, religious discrimination, national security and law enforcement practices, prisoners' rights, and student rights.
</li><li>Ability to develop and litigate cases independently.</li><li>
Strong commitment to advancing the work and mission of CAIR and American-Muslim empowerment.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to the cause of social justice, civil liberties, and civil rights.</li><li>
Excellent research, writing and analytical skills.
</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience.</li><li>
Extremely strong project and time management skills, including a high level of organization, attention to detail and follow-through, while balancing and prioritizing multiple activities and responsibilities.</li><li>
Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability for meeting deadlines.</li><li>
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail.</li><li>
Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.</li><li>
Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.</li><li>
Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area.</li><li>
Willingness to travel within Southern California as well as occasionally to other parts of the state.</li><li>
High degree of self-motivation and self-discipline.
</li><li>Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of Office 365, OneDrive, Lexis and/or WestLaw.</li><li>
Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint, Office365, and social media applications (preferred).</li><li>
Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Farsi or Urdu (preferred but not required).</li></ul>
TO APPLY: Please submit (1) cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, (3) the names and contact information of three references via the link below.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.</div>

Civil Rights Senior Litigation/Staff Attorney

EDUCATION LAW CENTER - PA

The Education Law Center-PA is a statewide civil rights advocacy organization that has played a leading role on key issues of educational equity since 1975. ELC-PA seeks a full-time attorney in our Philadelphia office to engage in direct representation, impact litigation, and policy advocacy. Candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil rights, racial justice, and advancing the education rights of underserved students, including students of color, students impacted by poverty, students with disabilities, multilingual learners, students experiencing homelessness, LGBTQ youth, students involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems, and students at the intersection of these identities. Our work seeks to dismantle the school-to-prison pipeline, secure fair funding for public schools, and ensure that all children have access to a quality public education.We welcome applicants with the following skills and experience:<ul><li>Law degree and license to practice in Pennsylvania, or ability to be admitted by reciprocity.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience. Experience in complex litigation, appellate advocacy, and/or policy advocacy, a plus. We encourage applications from senior attorneys with at least 8 years of relevant experience, in addition to other criteria.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication, research, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as on a team, prioritize responsibilities, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to racial justice, public interest law, civil rights, and/or advancing public education justice; previous experience in education law is not required.</li><li>Experience working with people living in poverty, people of color, immigrant or indigenous communities, and/or those with disabilities.</li><li>Commitment to continuous learning and exploring different areas of law.</li></ul>To apply, please submit a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae to hr@elc-pa.org with &ldquo;Philadelphia Attorney Applicant&rdquo; in the subject line. Applicants will be accepted until the position is filled.Compensation and Benefits: The salary range is $74,000 to $105,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with 100% paid by employer for employee, flexible spending account, retirement plan, and professional development budget. Employees have a generous leave benefit inclusive of vacation, health, and holidays.ELC-PA is a flexible hybrid office. Staff may work remotely up to three days a week. ELC-PA will consider requests for alternative remote work schedules. ELC-PA requires all employees to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Medical and religious exemptions are reviewed on an individual basis in accordance with applicable law.Education Law Center-PA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Job Type: Full-timePay: $74,000.00 - $105,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19103

Staff Attorney

Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.

<div>Do you want a fulfilling career where you can really make a difference in the lives of people? Are you passionate about equal justice? The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County is looking for an attorney committed to serving Palm Beach County&rsquo;s low income population. The work involves a diverse array of civil legal representation of clients in landlord-tenant, homelessness prevention, housing discrimination and real property law.
Job Summary
The Housing Rights Staff Attorney position requires a high degree of professionalism, advocacy, and initiative. The successful candidate will provide a full range of high-quality legal services to low-income individuals and families to promote housing stability, prevent homelessness, and enforce fair and equitable housing rights.
The attorney will handle cases involving landlord-tenant disputes, homelessness prevention, federally subsidized housing programs, and fair housing discrimination matters. This position also offers opportunities to engage in community education and systemic advocacy in partnership with local agencies and community groups.
The Housing Rights Staff Attorney reports directly to the Supervising Attorney and works under general supervision. The position generally follows a Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. &ndash; 5:00 p.m. schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work to meet client and community needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul><li>Provide direct legal representation to clients in administrative, judicial, and appellate proceedings involving eviction defense, federal housing subsidy termination, housing discrimination, and other housing-related matters.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain specialized expertise in housing law, including:</li>
</ul>
<ul><li>Homelessness prevention and eviction defense under Florida law;</li></ul>
<ul><li>Federal and subsidized housing programs, such as Public Housing, Section 8/Housing Choice Vouchers, HUD-subsidized properties, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) developments; and</li></ul>
<ul><li>Fair housing rights and enforcement under the federal Fair Housing Act and related state and local laws.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conduct thorough client interviews in person, at outreach locations, or through virtual platforms.</li>
<li>Investigate and develop cases by interviewing witnesses, reviewing documents, and consulting with appropriate agencies and experts.</li>
<li>Provide advice, counsel, and negotiation services to help clients maintain stable housing and avoid displacement.</li>
<li>Draft legal pleadings, motions, memoranda, and correspondence.</li>
<li>Manage case files, grant deliverables, and reporting requirements in accordance with program standards.</li>
<li>Perform legal research and remain informed about developments in federal and state housing law.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and timekeeping through the case management system (Legal Server).</li>
<li>Collaborate with Legal Aid Society colleagues, social service providers, community organizations, and the private bar to identify and address housing issues in the community.</li>
<li>Conduct and participate in community legal education presentations, outreach clinics, and workshops to inform tenants and service providers about their rights and available resources.</li>
<li>Participate in community and coalition meetings, task forces, or other forums addressing housing instability and homelessness prevention.</li>
<li>Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and performance standards.</li>
<li>Assist the Executive Director and/or Supervising Attorney with special projects or assignments as needed.</li>
</ul>
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
<ul><li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.</li>
<li>Member in good standing of the Florida Bar.</li>
<li>Minimum of two years of relevant legal experience preferred, especially in housing or poverty law.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income and vulnerable populations.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Florida and federal landlord-tenant law, fair housing law, and federally subsidized housing programs preferred.</li>
<li>Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent judgment, organizational ability, and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.</li>
<li>High ethical standards and professionalism.</li>
<li>Commitment to remain in position for at least two (2) years.</li>
</ul>
SALARY: Salary range depending on experience. Full benefits package in addition to salary includes:
<ul><li>Vacation leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment) and increases to 3 weeks a year after two years of employment.</li>
<li>Sick leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment).</li>
<li>13-15 paid holidays per year (depending on court schedule).</li>
<li>Health, dental and vision insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).</li>
<li>Employer paid short-term disability/long-term disability and life insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).</li>
<li>Employer matches up to 5% of 401K plan contribution (eligible after one year of service).</li>
<li>Salary paid bi-weekly by direct deposit.</li>
<li>Mileage and reimbursements processed weekly.</li>
<li>Law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.</li>
</ul>
APPLICATION PROCESS AND DEADLINE:
Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements by Friday, December 5, 2025.
The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE ADA</div>

Attorney (Housing Rights)

METHFESSEL & WERBEL

Methfessel &amp; Werbel is seeking an associate with 3-10 years&rsquo; experience to join its Employment and Civil Rights Team. Strong writing skills, work ethic, and desire to have court experience are essential. Salary commensurate with experience.Full benefits package includes health, dental, vision and 401k. Send letter of interest, resume and recent writing sample to: careers@methwerb.com.M&amp;W is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Attorney (Employment & Civil Rights)

Alaska Legal Services

<div>Alaska Legal Services Corporation is recruiting for a full-time (35 hours per week) Attorney to lead the training efforts of pro bono Community Justice Workers enrolled in a Rule 43.5 Waiver Curriculum, with a specific aim to train CJWs to represent clients in Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) hearings. Located in Anchorage, this position is responsible for mentoring, providing feedback, serving as course instructor as needed, and arranging for court observation opportunities for pro bono CJWs. The Pro Bono Training Attorney also identifies, plans, and implements continuing education and professional development opportunities for pro bono volunteers in conjunction with other CJWRC staff, co-counsels on cases as required or requested, and travels as needed to support pro bono CJWs in court observation, co-counseling, and related duties.

Required: Minimum of three years of legal experience; Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Alaska or admitted to practice in another state and be eligible for an Alaska Bar Rule 43 waiver. Computer proficiency (Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Internet, e-mail and data entry).

Highly desired: The ideal candidate will have prior experience mentoring/supporting volunteers; experience in family law or domestic violence advocacy; strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage challenging clients and situations in a professional and positive manner; experience working in rural Alaska; and a background working in cross-cultural situations.

Salary $71,441-$107,156 DOE. Generous benefits and leave package provided, including partial reimbursement of relocation expenses. Personal leave begins at six weeks per year for a full-time employee. ALSC observes 15 paid holidays.

Applications: ALSC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and treating everyone with respect regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please email a cover letter and resume that includes three professional references to: careers@alsc-law.org.

About Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC): As a private, nonprofit law firm, the mission of ALSC is to provide civil legal aid to those who cannot afford it. Through our work, we empower people and communities throughout Alaska to protect their safety, their health, and to promote family stability. Through advocacy, education, collaboration, and litigation, we empower individuals, protect fundamental rights, strengthen communities, create opportunities, and achieve justice.

CJWRC Pro Bono Training Attorney Job Listing PDF</div>

CWJRC Pro Bono Training Attorney

John J. Zidziunas & Assoc. LLC

John J. Zidziunas &amp; Associates is a boutique employment law firm concentrating in all aspects of labor and employment discrimination with a focus on sexual harassment, sex assault, whistleblower retaliation, Qui Tam claims, gender/sex discrimination, pregnancy and disability discrimination, and all other areas of employment law and civil rights violations. Our main office is located in Livingston, New Jersey with an additional office in lower Manhattan. However, we are now expanding our Firm to open an office in Miami, FL.The ideal candidate we seek for this Associate position is 3-6 years of litigation and trial experience with a judicial clerkship strongly preferred. We seek a candidate licensed in Florida (required) but preferably also holds a license in New Jersey and/or New York. We seek a candidate who is sharp, confident, zealous, and can personally manage their case load and calendar in a highly professional and self responsible manner while working mostly remote. The Associate Attorney will work with Mr. Zidziunas and other Associates on all state and federal cases to prepare pleadings, letters, briefs, motions, deposition work and directly communicate with clients and the Court on a daily basis. The Associate is expected to perform monthly billing and has the ability to work from home at all times with the option of coming into the office for key client meetings depositions and mediations. The ideal candidate for this position has conducted trials before successfully, argued motions before a judge, conducted several depositions, written briefs and prepared discovery. The ideal candidate has a passion for becoming a trial lawyer and growing with the Firm.This position is full-time remote and starting as soon as possible. Salary is commensurate with experience. We encourage the Associate to bring business into the Firm, and we offer profit sharing for any cases and files the candidate originates for the Firm. Being bi-lingual in Spanish or other languages is preferred but not required. We offer extensive vacation to our employees and other benefits.Job Type: Full-timePay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Miami, FL 33137 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Miami, FL 33137: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Miami, FL 33137

Associate Attorney

National Legal Aid & Defender Association

<div>
 
 Position Description
 
 
 
 Pine Tree Legal Assistance
 
 
 Indigenous Peoples Unit Attorney
 
 
 Location: Bangor, Presque Isle, or Machias; Hybrid remote
 
 
 Pine Tree Legal Assistance has a unit dedicated to providing legal assistance to low-income individuals who identify as Indigenous People and, especially, to members of Maine&rsquo;s four federally recognized tribes: the Penobscot Indian Nation, the Passamaquoddy Tribe, the Houlton Band of Maliseets and the Mi&rsquo;kmaq Nation. In addition to serving tribal members in the Wabanaki communities and in Maine, PTLA supports the legal needs of tribal members in Connecticut through outreach and client education materials. This staff attorney will work collaboratively with other staff in the Indigenous People&rsquo;s Unit (IPU) to provide high-quality and holistic legal services that are responsive to the needs of Maine&rsquo;s tribal communities.
 
 
 
 Summary
 
 
 
 This is primarily a litigation position, and the attorney will be in court or appearing in administrative proceedings on a regular basis. While many cases are resolved in summary proceedings and can be completed with 5 &ndash; 10 hours of legal time, others present more complex issues and require more time. The attorney will represent individuals and families facing legal problems related to their status as Indigenous People, including but not limited to cases involving:
 
 
 The Indian Child Welfare Act
 
 
 Racial discrimination
 
 
 Criminal cases in Tribal Courts
 
 
 Tribal housing, employment, benefits and services
 
 
 Tribal land usage and other rights arising under tribal law
 
 
 Wills and estate planning specific to reservation properties or Tribal Courts
 
 
 Education
 
 
 Family matters on behalf of Indigenous People
 
 
 Border crossing rights, treaty rights, and other rights arising under federal Indian Law
 
 
 The attorney in this position must have Indian Law experience and/or extensive course work in Indian Law through law school. The focus of this position will be to expand Pine Tree&rsquo;s services in the Tribal Courts and coverage of all areas handled by the unit.
 
 
 Regular travel throughout the service area should be expected, as well as to statewide trainings and meetings. The attorney is also expected to provide supervision support for the work of paralegals handling IPU cases. The attorney is expected to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week and to bill a minimum of 60% of total work time to individual cases.
 
 
 In addition to case work, the attorney is also responsible for community engagement and networking to strengthen Pine Tree&rsquo;s reputation and ensure the community&rsquo;s access to legal services, consistent with other work and time commitments. Based on expertise and experience, the other 40% of the attorney&rsquo;s total work time involves activities which include development or updating of written client education materials, the provision of outreach and/or trainings to staff, community agencies and other groups that serve Indigenous People and work on collaborations or other initiatives designed to address specific legal needs of Indigenous People in Maine and Connecticut. It can also involve recruitment, training and supervision of law student and undergraduate interns and volunteers in the IPU, as well as support of pro bono volunteers in the community. Specific decisions about how to prioritize between these time commitments are developed in consultation with the IPU managing attorney.
 
 
 In whichever office the attorney practices, they are also expected to be a valued contributor and supportive colleague to other members of the office and to the program as a whole.
 
 
 
 Special Skills Or Abilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience working with Tribes and tribal populations;
 </li>
 <li>
 Indian Law experience and/or extensive course work in Indian Law through law school
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 Applicants must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the state of Maine. This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The attorney must be admitted to the practice of law in Maine or be eligible to practice under Maine Bar Admission Rule 11(c) while working at Pine Tree. Admission to the Penobscot and Passamaquoddy Tribal Courts (or eligibility to be admitted) is required. Previous litigation experience and work with individuals who are low income, and/or who have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault is also helpful.
 
 
 
 Compensation And Benefits
 
 
 
 The salary range for the position will be $69,490 - $106,490, depending on experience.
 
 
 In addition, PTLA is proud to offer the following: Employer-paid health insurance with a generous HRA contribution, generous health insurance opt-out benefit, employer-paid dental insurance, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and an annual contribution to a 403(b)-retirement plan. Other voluntary optional benefits include vision and expanded life insurance. Staff enjoy 12 paid holidays, paid parental leave, and generous vacation, floating holidays, and sick leave.
 
 
 Pine Tree Legal Assistance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are 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.
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Indigenous Peoples Unit Attorney

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