civil rights attorney

National Legal Aid & Defender Association

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 Immigrants' Rights Attorney (Full-time)
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 The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia (ACLU-VA) is growing! We are hiring for two attorney positions in our legal department.
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 The staff attorney position is funded for an initial two-year term with the potential for future funding. The Staff Attorney is responsible for proactively developing and executing litigation and other legal advocacy strategies to achieve the ACLU-VA&rsquo;s strategic priorities and to advance civil liberties and civil rights in Virginia. They will litigate on a variety of issues, including criminal legal reform, voting rights, LGBTQ+ rights, immigrants&rsquo; rights, reproductive rights, and freedom of speech and religion. The Staff Attorney will also participate in non-litigation advocacy to advance the ACLU-VA&rsquo;s strategic priorities, including supporting legislative and policy work, participating in public speaking engagements, and working with our communications team to draft press or public education materials.
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 We are also looking for an experienced attorney who will be responsible for proactively developing and executing litigation and other legal advocacy strategies to advance the rights of immigrants and immigrant communities in Virginia. Please note this is a two-year, grant-funded position with the potential for a one- to two-year extension depending on organizational needs and funding availability. The Immigrants&rsquo; Rights Attorney will litigate on a variety of issues relating to the rights of immigrants, with a particular focus on ending the mass detention and deportation of immigrants in Virginia as well as limiting cooperation between federal immigration authorities and state and local government. The Attorney will also participate in non-litigation advocacy to advance the ACLU&rsquo;s strategic priorities in this area, including supporting legislative and policy work, participating in public speaking engagements, and working with our communications team to draft press or public education materials.
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 Who We Are
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 The ACLU-VA strives to be Virginia's premier guardian of civil liberties and a recognized champion of civil rights for all Virginians. For just over a hundred years (56 in Virginia), the ACLU has made a profound difference in the lives of clients and community members, as well as historic contributions to our country and state. Now, more people than ever before have turned to the ACLU to fight back against unprecedented new attacks on civil rights and liberties. We are also committed to pursuing impactful policy changes at the local and statewide levels to achieve racial equity and advance civil liberties and civil rights for everyone. The ACLU-VA is committed to ending racist policing, cutting the number of people incarcerated in Virginia, increasing access to quality mental and medical care, ending sex and gender-based discrimination at work and in schools, and securing a constitutional right to vote for everyone.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Do
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 You&rsquo;ll help us protect and advance the ACLU&rsquo;s mission by:
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 Developing and executing litigation and legal advocacy strategies
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   Developing and executing a wide range of federal, state, and administrative litigation, including impact litigation, complex class-action litigation, appeals, and amicus briefs;
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   Participating in case selection and development and participating in all phases of litigation;
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   Appearing and arguing in federal court, state court, and before administrative agencies;
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   Seeking out and cultivating relationships with the national ACLU, with other advocacy organizations, and with cooperating attorneys to partner in potential litigation;
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   Monitoring litigation being handled by partner organizations and cooperating attorneys and provide assistance as needed.
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 Assisting with the overall administration of the legal program
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   Providing input on litigation priorities and potential legal advocacy strategies to advance those priorities;
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   Assisting in the implementation of legal program policies, procedures, and systems
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   Participating in the review and consideration of intakes and other requests for assistance received by the ACLU of Virginia;
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   Developing and conducting, as appropriate, staff training sessions, workshops, continuing legal education events, and other events on specific issues;
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   Developing and maintaining relationships with the legal staff at the national ACLU; with legal services agencies, law firms, and other public interest attorneys in Virginia
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 Supporting the legislative, policy, organizing, and communications work of the affiliate
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   Serving as a spokesperson for the ACLU of Virginia on cases and legal issues for the media and speaking at public forums, meetings, and events on various civil liberties and civil rights topics
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   Writing material for the ACLU of Virginia website and acting as a resource for communications and programmatic staff, and drafting memoranda, reports, public education materials, and legislative advocacy materials
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 What Else You Should Know
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 The salary range for these positions is $64,000 to $90,700 with a midpoint of $77,350. Recent law school graduates will be starting closer to the bottom of the range. Compensation offers will generally be somewhere between the starting point and the midpoint of the range and are based on a candidate's specific experience and current market factors at the time of the offer. To preserve the opportunity for advancement, we do not typically hire above the midpoint of the range. The ACLU of Virginia is a unionized workplace, and this position is part of the bargaining unit.
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 In addition to salary, we offer excellent benefits including paid time off, generous paid holidays, a 401k plan with employer contribution, flexible spending account, paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 50% employer-paid dependent medical coverage, life insurance, wi-fi stipend, wellness stipend, student loan assistance, annual sick leave, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and professional development allowances.
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 Due to COVID-19 and our desire to keep our employees safe, our organization is currently following a long-term hybrid work policy. All ACLU-VA staff must reside within the Commonwealth of Virginia or within a 150-mile radius of our downtown Richmond office.
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Immigrants' Rights Attorney

Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY

<div><p><b>Ready to Make a Difference?</b></p><p>
The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Strategic Advocacy Staff Attorney. Legal Aid's mission is to fight for fairness, dignity, and justice for those living in poverty and for a society that is inclusive and equitable for all. We transform lives, build communities, and empower people by using the law to address individual and systemic wrongs and inequities. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of our Albany Office. For more information about our work, staff, and clients, visit www.lasnny.org.</p><p>
We are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid-remote and alternative work schedules.</p><p><b>
About the Role</b></p><p>
Attorneys in our Advocacy Department will implement strategies for impactful advocacy for economic and social justice in a broad range of civil legal issues. This requires a systemic approach that addresses deep-seated inequities rather than surface-level issues. The staff attorney will collaborate with other practice areas at LASNNY to identify and challenge systemic civil rights violations and injustices affecting large groups of our clients in various legal fields, such as unequal access to safe housing, employment discrimination, and wrongful denial of public benefits.
</p><p>The staff attorney will center community and co-create solutions providing community legal education and support to community-led advocacy efforts. In strategic impact cases, the staff attorney will plan, develop, file, or defend law suits whose outcome impact more than one individual and that focus on changing laws or protecting the rights of those impacted. In addition to providing direct representation to clients or client groups, the attorney will also utilize all other available advocacy tools to effectively achieve the client's desired goals - from litigation, coalition collaboration, white paper drafting, participation in the rulemaking process, media campaigns, among others.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p><p>
Litigation and Legal Advocacy</p><ul><li>
Develop and execute legal strategies in collaboration with the Advocacy Director, other LASNNY staff, and community partners to address systemic issues
</li><li>Conduct legal research and provide analysis on complex systemic legal issues
</li><li>Identify and work collaboratively with other staff and pro bono co-counsel</li><li>
Draft and review pleadings, briefs, motions, memoranda, advocacy letters, and rulemaking comments
</li><li>Lead and manage litigation matters from selecting the appropriate plaintiffs/petitioners through trial and/or settlement.
</li><li>Mentor and co-chair with other practice staff attorneys; ensure team compliance with all deadlines and case requirements.</li><li>
Take, perfect, and argue appeals on a variety of civil legal matters</li></ul><p>
Community Engagement and Collaboration</p><ul><li>
Work collaboratively with LASNNY staff and community-based organizations to identify new advocacy opportunities that address community-identified systemic legal issues and organizational priorities</li><li>
Conduct community education, outreach, and build relationships with communities served by LASNNY</li><li>
Draft educational materials for media and for the larger community</li><li>
Collaborate with the communications team for litigation efforts, client stories, and impact
</li><li>And other duties as determined by the Advocacy Director</li></ul><p><b>
Skills and Education</b></p><ul><li>
Applicants must have a Juris Doctor and be admitted to the practice of law in the State of New York or be eligible for admission. Admission to the US District Court for the Northern District of New York is a plus.
</li><li>Minimum 7 years of post- admission legal experience
</li><li>Must be willing and able to travel throughout our service area regularly.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifying Skills Set:
</b></p><ul><li>Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills</li><li>
Experience in initiating affirmative litigation in state and/or federal court</li><li>
Courtroom experience in civil litigation matters</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income populations, social justice and equity</li><li>
Training or experience with community lawyering or community organizing with demonstrated strong listening and relationship-building skills,
</li><li>Experience, creativity, and willingness to use varied legal and non-legal advocacy tools to advance community-identified initiatives</li></ul><p>
Preferred qualifications include work in one or more of LASNNY's practice areas (family/DV law, housing defense, disability rights, public benefits, consumer, worker and other civil rights), appellate practice, legislative experience, fluency in another language other than English; Spanish preferred.
</p><p><b>Work Environment</b></p><p>
This position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of regular office supplies. This role requires the use of standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</p><p>
At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities.</p><p>
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.</p></div>

Strategic Advocacy Staff Attorney - Albany

Case Linden PC

<p>Case Linden PC seeks attorney candidates to join its broad litigation and trial practice covering consumer claims, products liability, class actions, civil rights and employment cases for a diverse group of clients including businesses, governmental entities, and insurers. The ideal candidate will be highly self-motivated with experience independently handling cases from inception to trial, and will have strong analytical and communication skills. Significant client-facing experience preferred. Salary $125,000-$175,000, based upon extent of relevant litigation experience. Licensure in both Kansas and Missouri strongly preferred.</p><p>Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (all in Adobe .pdf file format) to careers@caselinden.com.</p><p><b>Case Linden PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>Missouri or Kansas law license?  (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Kansas City, MO 64108 (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Relocate:</p><ul><li>Kansas City, MO 64108: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Associate Attorney Kansas City

Bet Tzedek Legal Services

<div><p>For over 50 years, Bet Tzedek Legal Services has provided high-quality, free legal services to Los Angeles&rsquo; most vulnerable residents. In that tradition, Bet Tzedek is seeking an attorney to help staff an exciting partnership to provide comprehensive, trauma informed, wrap-around legal services designed to remove barriers to housing for housed and unhoused people.</p><p>
The law fellowship will be a 13-month program, with the opportunity for eligible fellows to apply for open attorney positions towards the end of the fellowship. The salary extended is dependent on the candidate&rsquo;s bar admittance status at the time an offer of employment is provided.</p><p>
This position is eligible for Bet Tzedek Legal Services&rsquo; hybrid/remote workplace designation. While the primary workplace is Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s offices, at the discretion of the immediate supervisor, the employee may be permitted to work remotely or may be required to work in other locations depending on workload/business obligations.</p><br>
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<p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES:</p><ul><li>Under the supervision of an attorney: file Civil Rights Department complaints, write reasonable accommodation letters for tenants with disabilities, enforce rights against housing discrimination, prevent and appeal terminations from subsidized housing programs, file motions to mask/seal eviction records, represent clients in settlement negotiations, and engage in discovery practice</li><li>Assist with trainings, know-your-rights presentations, and/or outreach events on issues related to housing</li><li>Attend monthly clinics to provide legal advice and limited scope representation to individuals who are at risk of eviction or who have experienced eviction</li><li>Collaborate with Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s Community Outreach Coordinator, NCJW|LA, and Community Coalition to develop and review community education materials</li><li>Other assignments as deemed appropriate.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:</p><ul><li>Law School graduate (required);</li><li>Ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment (required);</li><li>Work well as part of a team, but also self-motivated and able to work independently with appropriate level of supervision (required);</li><li>Non-profit legal services experience (strongly preferred);</li><li>Ease with oral and written communication (strongly preferred);</li><li>Experience in fair housing or landlord-tenant law (strongly preferred);</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s mission of equal justice for all and Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s core values of leadership, community-based advocacy, and innovation (required); and</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to applying principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in performance of job duties (required).</li></ul><br>
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<p>$70,304.00 (Unbarred), $82,400.00 (Barred)</p><br>
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<p>BENEFITS PACKAGE:</p><p>
Bet Tzedek offers an excellent benefits package in addition to competitive salaries. These benefits currently include:</p><p></p><ul><li><br>
A generous number of paid holidays, vacation, and sick days annually.</li><li>Personal and floating holidays.</li><li>Compensatory time for exempt employees.</li><li>18 weeks of paid parental leave (after 1 year of employment).</li><li>Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage for employees and dependents, with office visit co-pay reimbursement for HMO enrollees.</li><li>Life/accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan.</li><li>Voluntary (employee-contributed) life/AD&amp;D, accident, critical illness, hospital confinement, and pet insurance.</li><li>Employee-contributed 403(b) plan.</li><li>Employer-contributed Pension plan.</li><li>Healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts.</li><li>Commuter transit and/or parking benefits.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
HOW TO APPLY:</p><ul><li>Please visit https://bettzedek.org/careers/ to <b>submit a letter of interest and resume </b>for &ldquo;Post-Grad Law Fellow, Preventing and Ending Homelessness.&rdquo; <b>Please, no phone calls.</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Note: </i></b><i>All positions are subject to funding; ongoing funding or employment cannot be assured.</i></p><p><i>
Bet Tzedek is a unionized environment. Our salary range for unionized positions reflects our agreed upon step placement system, and the final offer extended to candidates is based on an internal equity review and candidates&rsquo; relevant experience, skills, background, and bar date, if applicable.</i></p><p><i>
To best serve our communities, Bet Tzedek seeks diverse staff with cultural competency reflecting our client populations. We strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities and historically oppressed groups to apply.</i></p></div>

Post-Grad Law Fellow- Preventing and Ending Homelessness

Southern Poverty Law Center

<p></p><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The SPLC is seeking a highly motivated Civil Rights Memorial Center intern who is passionate about civil rights!</b></h1>
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<p>The Southern Poverty Law Center offers internships to exceptional students enrolled in accredited undergraduate and graduate schools who possess strong academic backgrounds, excellent writing skills, and a commitment to public interest work. The Center is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people. As an internationally recognized nonprofit organization, the Center is dedicated to reducing bigotry and oppression through research and public education, outreach, litigation, and advocacy.</p>
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Who You Are</b></h3>
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Passionate. </b>Demonstrated passion for advancing civil rights and social justice issues, a strong interest in federal, state, and local government advocacy, and ready to partner on producing quality policy research that advances our policy priorities.</p>
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Advocate. </b>Desire and drive to work in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people.</p>
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Collaborator.</b> Ability to productively work with others as well as independently.</p>
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Impactful. </b>Ability to work effectively and productively with the general public.<b>
</b></p><p><b>Organized. </b>Self-starter who is detailed oriented, with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.<b>
</b></p><p><b>Flexible.</b> Able to participate in work events on some weekends and evenings.</p>
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Mission, Vision &amp; Culture Alignment. </b>Demonstrate an awareness for SPLC's mission, vision, and values.</p>
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What You'll Do</b></h3>
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Assist </b>with development and implementation of community programs, events, and outreach for the CRMC's community engagement initiatives and partnership.</p>
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Build </b>effective and strong partnerships with stakeholders to meet strategic outcomes for the CRMC's Outreach efforts.</p>
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Connect </b>the CRMC with local organizations, programs, events, and creative opportunities that provide visibility.</p>
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Maintain </b>knowledge of the civil rights movement and other social justice topics related to the CRMC.</p>
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Perform </b>various administrative tasks including responding to emails and answering phone calls.</p>
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Provide </b>stellar customer service and visitor engagement.</p>
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Assist </b>with gift shop sales, daily opening and closing, and inventory.</p>
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Perform </b>other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.</p>
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Minimum Qualifications</b></h3>
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We are committed to equitable hiring practices; therefore, you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.</i></p>
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<li>Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program;</li>
<li>Strong academic background; and</li>
<li>Excellent research and writing skills.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Compensation &amp; Benefits</b></h3>
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The Center pays $17.95 per hour. Interns are expected to work 40 hours a week and there may be an opportunity for supervisor approved overtime.</p>
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Where and How You'll Work</b></h3>
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This role has the following work designation:</p>
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<li><b>Full Time In Office:</b> Will work from the Montgomery, Alabama Civil Rights Memorial Center when scheduled.</li>
<li>This position will report to the Manager, Museum Experience.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Other Special Considerations</b></h3>
<ul><li>This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.</li>
<li>Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to inquiries by telephone.</li>
<li><b>This position may cause some work to be performed on occasional evenings and weekends. CRMC is open every day except Sunday and Monday. Tuesday &ndash; Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, with occasional after-hours events.</b></li>
<li>Externs are expected to begin on June 1, 2026. A minimum commitment of ten consecutive weeks is expected. We unfortunately are not able to split summers.</li>
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<p><b>To apply, please submit a cover letter, transcript and resume by 6:00pm EST on Friday, February 13, 2026.
</b></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Disclaimer:</b></h3>
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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.</p>
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An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity</b></h3>
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Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.</i></p></div></div>

Intern, Civil Rights Memorial Center

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>As a Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) at the GS-0905-13/14, you will be part of the Office of General Counsel, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. If selected, you will have the full range of responsibilities for preparing and litigating employment discrimination cases under all of the federal statues enforced by the EEOC.<br>
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The selectee will be required to have a duty station at one of the 53 EEOC Field Offices.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
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</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><ul><li>Duties may include but are not limited to: Reviewing charge files and recommending the initiation of litigation.</li>
<li>Filing petitions for compliance with administrative subpoenas. Seeking temporary injunctive relief.</li>
<li>Prosecuting cases while ensuring consistency with EEOC litigation policies and judicial precedents. Conducting discovery for litigation in federal court.</li>
<li>Preparing pretrial and post-trial briefs and materials. Conducting all facets of trials in federal courts.</li>
<li>Providing formal and informal legal advice and memoranda to agency personnel.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<ul><li>Must be a U.S. Citizen or National</li>
<li>Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service</li>
<li>Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation</li>
<li>May be required to successfully complete a probationary period</li>
<li>Must have an Active BAR Membership in Good Standing. If selected, must maintain active bar membership in good standing while employed as an attorney with EEOC</li>
<li>This position is in the Excepted Service</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>For the GS-13:</b> You must have earned a professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the BAR, and have two (2) years of professional legal experience with at least one year being equivalent to the GS-12 level.<br>
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<b>For the GS-14: </b>You must have earned a professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the BAR, and have three (3) years of professional legal experience with at least one year being equivalent to the GS-13 level.<br>
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Professional legal education above the first professional law degree may be substituted for experience required as follows:(a) The second professional law degree (LL.M) may be substituted for one year of experience (b) The third law degree (J.S.D) may be substituted for one year of experience beyond the LL.M.<br>
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
</p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Relocation expenses will not be paid.<br>
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This is a bargaining unit position: National Council of EEOC Locals, No. 216 Representing BUS code 1125.<br>
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You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.<br>
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This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across EEOC.<br>
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If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, please refer to the agency contact information.<br>
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Attorneys appointed in the excepted service are required to maintain active membership in a bar within a U.S. jurisdiction for the duration of their employment. Attorneys must provide documentation supporting active membership and good standing status (or equivalent) on at least an annual basis.<br>
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<b>Veterans' Preference: </b>There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the EEOC considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their application submission documentation.<br>
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Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)<br>
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All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.</p></div></div><br>
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<p>Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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</p><div><p>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>This is an <b>OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT </b>and will remain open until December 17, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be January 2, 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.<br>
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<b>Applicant referral lists will be issued every two weeks until the closing date.</b><br>
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The specialist will perform an initial review of applications to determine basic eligibility and qualifications for the position. The evaluation involves a determination of basic eligibility and minimum qualifications only and numeric scores will not be assigned.<br>
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<b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b><br>
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
</p><div>
<ul><li>Your <b>Resume</b> (<b>NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES) </b>showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. <b>Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified.</b> If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of your qualifications, you will not receive consideration for the position.</li></ul>
<ul><li>This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school <b>Transcripts</b> for further consideration. An official transcript is required before being appointed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proof of current and active <b>BAR Membership</b> in good standing. During the initial review of applications, the Agency will accept photocopies of BAR Membership Cards or screenshots providing proof of active membership in a BAR Association that reflects the bar's jurisdiction or territory, the attorney's full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status (i.e. active, inactive, retired, etc.).
</li></ul><ul><li>Copy of one recent <b>Legal Writing Sample</b>, not to exceed 10 pages.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Most recent Performance Appraisal, </b>if applicable.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Current or Former Federal Employees </b>(if applicable) - please provide a copy of your last or most recent <b>SF-50</b>, &quot;Notification of Personnel Action&quot; which preferably shows your current title, series and grade (do not submit an Award SF-50). If your current grade is not your highest permanent grade held, submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing your highest grade held.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Veterans' Preference documentation</b>, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Current or Former Political Appointees </b>(if applicable) - The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch within the last 5 years, you must disclose this in your application package.</li></ul>
</div><b>Failure to submit documents required may result in loss of consideration.
</b><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
</b></h3><p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
</p><p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.<br>
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/17/2026 to receive consideration.<br>
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To view the Assessment Questionnaire before applying online, click on this link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12856595<br>
To begin, click <b>Apply Online</b> to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
</p><ul>
<li>You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.</li>
<li>You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.</li>
<li>To verify the status of your application, log into https://login.usajobs.gov/Access/Transition select the <b>Application Status</b> link and then select the <b>More Information</b> link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.</li>
</ul>
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<b>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:</b><br>
The EEOC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the HR Specialist listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.</div><p></p><p><br>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>EEOC Jobs
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>jobs@eeoc.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>Equal Employment Opportunity Commission</i><br>
<i>131 M Street, NE</i><br>
<i>Washington, DC 20507</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>The questionnaire will assess your qualifications for the job, and will be used to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. Your ratings in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period.<br>
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Open &amp; closing dates</div>
 <div>12/18/2025 to 12/17/2026
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$90,025 to - $138,296 per year
<p>Base salary, which does not include locality. Salary will be determined based upon duty station location.</p>
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>GS 13 - 14</div>
</div><div><div>Locations</div>
<div>Many vacancies in the following locations:</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Excepted</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>14
</div></div><div><div>Job family (Series)</div>
<ul><li>0905 Attorney
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Not Required</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Position sensitivity and risk</div>
<div>Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk</div>
</div><div><div>Trust determination process</div>
<ul><li>Credentialing
</li><li>Suitability/Fitness
</li></ul></div><div><div>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>DE-12856595-26-SM</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>852892800</div></div></div></div>

Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) - Open Continuous

<ul>
<li>Department: Office of the Attorney General / HSGU</li>
<li>Employment Type: Regular Full-Time</li>
<li>Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM</li>
<li>Sensitive Position: No</li>
</ul>
Applicants must submit transcripts, degrees, certificates, and/or other required documentation with the employment application to receive full credit. The Navajo Nation provides preference to eligible and qualified applicants pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act and Veterans’ Preference.
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Key Duties & Responsibilities
<br><ul>
<li>Provide legal guidance and advice to assigned divisions, departments, and programs under the direction of the Attorney General or Assistant Attorney General.</li>
<li>Advise on statutory and regulatory authority, contract disputes, procurement issues, and intergovernmental relations.</li>
<li>Perform professional legal work, including legal research, trial preparation, drafting briefs, pleadings, and legal documents.</li>
<li>Confer with departments and branches of government; prepare legal opinions and interpretations of new legislation and judicial decisions.</li>
<li>Review contracts, leases, permits, and related documents for legal sufficiency.</li>
<li>Interview witnesses, complainants, and others on a variety of legal matters.</li>
<li>Assist in the routine operations of the Department of Justice.</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications
<br><ul>
<li>Juris Doctor (JD)</li>
<li>Current admission to any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of hire</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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<li>Knowledge of federal, state, and tribal laws, including federal Indian law</li>
<li>Strong legal research methods and techniques</li>
<li>Skills in analyzing and organizing facts, evidence, and case law</li>
<li>Ability to prepare and present legal opinions and arguments</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships</li>
</ul>


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