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AbbVie

<div><div>Associate General Counsel | Commercial Litigation, Legal Strategies, and Policy
</div><div><div>Washington, D.C., DC
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Function: Corporate
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Job Type: Full-time
</li></ul></div></div>Job ID: R00133738</div>
 <div>Company Description 
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas &ndash; immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care &ndash; and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. 
Job Description 
The Associate General Counsel will primarily be dedicated to supporting AbbVie&rsquo;s Global Legal Strategies and Policy team, which seeks to influence the external policy, legislative, and regulatory landscape to advance and protect AbbVie&rsquo;s interests. This attorney will partner closely with the Global Legal Strategies and Policy team to provide litigation insights on projects (past or ongoing subjects of which include the 340B drug pricing program, the drug price negotiation provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act, various provisions of the Medicare and Medicaid programs, and various presidential Executive Orders). The Associate General Counsel will also be responsible for developing and executing proactive litigation strategies aimed at improving the external policy, legislative, and regulatory landscape in alignment with the Global Legal Strategies and Policy team&rsquo;s priorities and vision.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Partner with lawyers in AbbVie&rsquo;s Global Legal Strategies and Policy team to understand business challenges posed by the existence and/or application of policy, legislative, or regulatory schemes, and contribute to developing creative, yet practical, strategies to address them.</li><li>
Accurately assess litigation opportunities and risks.</li><li>
Develop proactive litigation strategies, and direct outside counsel in executing them.</li></ul>
Key Stakeholders:<ul><li>
AbbVie Global Legal Strategies and Policy group; AbbVie Government Affairs; AbbVie Corporate Affairs; various AbbVie business groups and functions.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and in good standing with the state bar of the jurisdiction in which your office will be located (or the ability to gain licensure in the state where your office will be located) required.</li><li>
Minimum 9+ years of relevant experience practicing law.</li><li>
Experience litigating against or on behalf of governmental agencies or other governmental entities, in lawsuits regarding the enactment or enforcement of statues or regulations and other agency actions.</li><li>
Experience litigating issues and doctrines arising in lawsuits regarding legislative, regulatory, and public-policy matters, such as the requirements of the Administrative Procedures Act, Due Process, Separation of Powers, the First Amendment&rsquo;s Free Speech Clause, and the Fifth Amendment&rsquo;s Takings Clause.</li></ul> 
Additional Information 
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
<ul><li>The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
</li><li>We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
</li><li>This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
</li><li>This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs
</li></ul>Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.<div></div>
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US &amp; Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US &amp; Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html</div>

ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL | COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, LEGAL STRATEGIES, AND POLICY

<div>Company Description 
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas &ndash; immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care &ndash; and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok. 
Job Description 
The Associate General Counsel will primarily be dedicated to supporting AbbVie&rsquo;s Global Legal Strategies and Policy team, which seeks to influence the external policy, legislative, and regulatory landscape to advance and protect AbbVie&rsquo;s interests. This attorney will partner closely with the Global Legal Strategies and Policy team to provide litigation insights on projects (past or ongoing subjects of which include the 340B drug pricing program, the drug price negotiation provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act, various provisions of the Medicare and Medicaid programs, and various presidential Executive Orders). The Associate General Counsel will also be responsible for developing and executing proactive litigation strategies aimed at improving the external policy, legislative, and regulatory landscape in alignment with the Global Legal Strategies and Policy team&rsquo;s priorities and vision.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Partner with lawyers in AbbVie&rsquo;s Global Legal Strategies and Policy team to understand business challenges posed by the existence and/or application of policy, legislative, or regulatory schemes, and contribute to developing creative, yet practical, strategies to address them.</li><li>
Accurately assess litigation opportunities and risks.</li><li>
Develop proactive litigation strategies, and direct outside counsel in executing them.</li></ul>
Key Stakeholders:<ul><li>
AbbVie Global Legal Strategies and Policy group; AbbVie Government Affairs; AbbVie Corporate Affairs; various AbbVie business groups and functions.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and in good standing with the state bar of the jurisdiction in which your office will be located (or the ability to gain licensure in the state where your office will be located) required.</li><li>
Minimum 9+ years of relevant experience practicing law.</li><li>
Experience litigating against or on behalf of governmental agencies or other governmental entities, in lawsuits regarding the enactment or enforcement of statues or regulations and other agency actions.</li><li>
Experience litigating issues and doctrines arising in lawsuits regarding legislative, regulatory, and public-policy matters, such as the requirements of the Administrative Procedures Act, Due Process, Separation of Powers, the First Amendment&rsquo;s Free Speech Clause, and the Fifth Amendment&rsquo;s Takings Clause.</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
<ul><li>The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
</li><li>We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
</li><li>This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
</li><li>This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs
</li></ul>Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.<div></div>
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US &amp; Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US &amp; Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html</div>

Associate General Counsel | Commercial Litigation, Legal Strategies, and Policy

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated

<div>The following statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
Position Purpose and Summary
The Executive Assistant to the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer (&ldquo;GC &amp; CCO&rdquo;) works collaboratively with the GC &amp; CCO and all members of the Office of the General Counsel and Compliance (&ldquo;OGCC&rdquo;) to perform a range of duties that support the successful implementation of legal initiatives and the overall delivery of legal and compliance services. This includes providing all related administrative support for day-to-day operations and special projects.<ul><li>The Executive Assistant will collaborate directly with the OGCC team to work on projects and provide support. This will include direct guidance and assignments from the GC &amp; CCO, and National Headquarters (&ldquo;NHQ&rdquo;) department directors/managers on specific initiatives.</li><li>The Executive Assistant must be able to perform duties onsite at National Headquarters (&ldquo;NHQ&rdquo;) whenever needed outside of the hybrid schedule to attend meetings and work on projects. Specifically, the Assistant will be required to work at NHQ during days when the GC &amp; CCO is onsite.</li></ul>
Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Provides the OGCC with day-to-day operational support (e.g., word processing and scheduling), as well as project-based support, which will include, but not be limited to, administrative management of general legal (e.g., contractual, operational, intellectual property and litigation) and compliance-related matters for the Sorority.</li><li>Coordinates internal and external meetings, transcribes meeting minutes, creates reports, answers and directs calls, responds to OGCC-related emails, arranges travel and meeting plans, prepares for travel and meetings, develops forms to create efficiencies in the OGCC and provides other clerical and administrative support as may be necessary and requested.</li><li>Provides routine analytics to the GC &amp; CCO, department directors/managers and organizational leadership; maintains records, prepares reports and distributes in accordance with policy.</li><li>Develops forms to create efficiencies in the OGCC and provides other clerical and administrative support as may be necessary and requested on a case-by-case basis. Tracks external counsel engagements and costs relating to the allocated fiscal budget and provides the requisite reports.</li><li>Assists with drafting/editing contracts, memorandum and other legal documents as instructed and leads the proofreading of such deliverables.</li><li>Creates and maintains the OGCC&rsquo;s production schedule reflective of all legal and business matters on the Office&rsquo;s docket.</li><li>Provides reports, data and information for the monthly and quarterly reports to the GC &amp; CCO, department directors and appropriate staff.</li><li>Corresponds with National Executive Board members, responding to inquiries regarding all matters directed to the GC &amp; CCO that fall under the auspices of the OGCC.</li><li>Responds to emails regarding special concerns and inquiries in a timely fashion; prioritizes, based on the nature of the concern(s), which emails require a direct response from the GC &amp; CCO and/or other OGCC staff.</li><li>Collaborates with other departments, committees and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure organizational financial objectives are met.</li><li>Performs other duties, on- and off-site, as assigned at the direction of the GC &amp; CCO in preparation for board meetings, national conventions and regional conferences.</li><li>Maintains confidentiality and professionally interacts with employees, management and others at all times.</li><li>Supports additional OGCC functions as assigned.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)<ul><li>Membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is preferred.</li><li>Associate or bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>Five (5) years of professional administrative experience, preferably at the executive level.</li><li>Discretion with sensitive, confidential financial and other information.</li><li>Must be able to travel as necessary for events where staff participation is required.</li><li>Relocation assistance is not available. Must reside within a 50-mile radius of National Headquarters within six (6) months of start date.</li></ul>
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications and governmental activities. The ADA also prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Worksite
Hybrid (Remote and In-Person); 1707 New Hampshire Avenue N.W., Washington, DC 20009
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, 401(k) retirement plan and paid leave</div>

Executive Assistant to the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

The following statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.Position Purpose and Summary The Executive Assistant to the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer (&ldquo;GC &amp; CCO&rdquo;) works collaboratively with the GC &amp; CCO and all members of the Office of the General Counsel and Compliance (&ldquo;OGCC&rdquo;) to perform a range of duties that support the successful implementation of legal initiatives and the overall delivery of legal and compliance services. This includes providing all related administrative support for day-to-day operations and special projects.<ul><li>The Executive Assistant will collaborate directly with the OGCC team to work on projects and provide support. This will include direct guidance and assignments from the GC &amp; CCO, and National Headquarters (&ldquo;NHQ&rdquo;) department directors/managers on specific initiatives.</li></ul><ul><li>The Executive Assistant must be able to perform duties onsite at National Headquarters (&ldquo;NHQ&rdquo;) whenever needed outside of the hybrid schedule to attend meetings and work on projects. Specifically, the Assistant will be required to work at NHQ during days when the GC &amp; CCO is onsite.</li></ul>Duties and Responsibilities <ul><li>Provides the OGCC with day-to-day operational support (e.g., word processing and scheduling), as well as project-based support, which will include, but not be limited to, administrative management of general legal (e.g., contractual, operational, intellectual property and litigation) and compliance-related matters for the Sorority.</li><li>Coordinates internal and external meetings, transcribes meeting minutes, creates reports, answers and directs calls, responds to OGCC-related emails, arranges travel and meeting plans, prepares for travel and meetings, develops forms to create efficiencies in the OGCC and provides other clerical and administrative support as may be necessary and requested.</li><li>Provides routine analytics to the GC &amp; CCO, department directors/managers and organizational leadership; maintains records, prepares reports and distributes in accordance with policy.</li><li>Develops forms to create efficiencies in the OGCC and provides other clerical and administrative support as may be necessary and requested on a case-by-case basis. Tracks external counsel engagements and costs relating to the allocated fiscal budget and provides the requisite reports.</li><li>Assists with drafting/editing contracts, memorandum and other legal documents as instructed and leads the proofreading of such deliverables.</li><li>Creates and maintains the OGCC&rsquo;s production schedule reflective of all legal and business matters on the Office&rsquo;s docket.</li><li>Provides reports, data and information for the monthly and quarterly reports to the GC &amp; CCO, department directors and appropriate staff.</li><li>Corresponds with National Executive Board members, responding to inquiries regarding all matters directed to the GC &amp; CCO that fall under the auspices of the OGCC.</li><li>Responds to emails regarding special concerns and inquiries in a timely fashion; prioritizes, based on the nature of the concern(s), which emails require a direct response from the GC &amp; CCO and/or other OGCC staff.</li><li>Collaborates with other departments, committees and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure organizational financial objectives are met.</li><li>Performs other duties, on- and off-site, as assigned at the direction of the GC &amp; CCO in preparation for board meetings, national conventions and regional conferences.</li><li>Maintains confidentiality and professionally interacts with employees, management and others at all times.</li><li>Supports additional OGCC functions as assigned.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) <ul><li>Membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is preferred.</li><li>Associate or bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>Five (5) years of professional administrative experience, preferably at the executive level.</li><li>Discretion with sensitive, confidential financial and other information.</li><li>Must be able to travel as necessary for events where staff participation is required.</li><li>Relocation assistance is not available. Must reside within a 50-mile radius of National Headquarters within six (6) months of start date.</li></ul>Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications and governmental activities. The ADA also prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.Job Type: Full-timePay: $85,000.00 - $104,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20009

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

<div>
 
 Organizational Location:
 
 This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Chief Counsel, located in washington, DC.
</div>

General Attorney

Zeno Power

<div>
 
 Company Overview
 
 
 
 Zeno Power&rsquo;s (Zeno) mission is to provide clean, plug-and-play power anywhere in the universe. To do that, Zeno is developing a next-generation radioisotope power system (RPS) that generates carbon-free, resilient power for decades, utilizing material found in nuclear waste. Zeno&rsquo;s technology is both light-weight and cost-effective compared to historic RPS, opening up broad market opportunities in space and terrestrially. To bring this breakthrough technology to market, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth.
 
 
 Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
 
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 Zeno is seeking a proactive Legal Counsel to lead the company&rsquo;s legal and compliance functions and serve as Zeno&rsquo;s Export Control Officer. You will build scalable processes around export control, corporate governance, and contracting while partnering with leadership and outside counsel to protect critical IP assets. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
 
 
 
 In This Role You Will
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Manage corporate governance &ndash; draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, commercial and government contracts (FAR/DFARS), and internal policies; maintain Board minutes and corporate records.
 </li>
 <li>
 Own Zeno&rsquo;s export-control program &ndash; serve as Export Control Officer; develop and maintain ITAR/EAR policies, training, licensing, and internal controls.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate IP strategy and management with support of outside counsel &ndash; oversee Zeno&rsquo;s intellectual property portfolio, including patent filings, trade secrets, and technology licensing; work closely with technical teams and external counsel to protect core innovations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee outside counsel engagements and manage legal spend across IP, corporate, employment, and regulatory matters.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Qualifications And Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 4-8 years of practice with direct responsibility in at least two of the following:
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Export control (ITAR/EAR)
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate governance
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial and government contracting
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Proven experience developing or managing an export-compliance program within a technology or hardware-driven organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation, drafting, and communication skills; ability to translate legal risk for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 High ethical standards, sound judgment, and a &ldquo;builder&rdquo; mindset suited to a high-growth startup.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Defense procurement &amp; FAR/DFARS familiarity (government contracts, OTAs, SBIRs).
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to nuclear regulation or radiological materials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience supporting startups, venture-backed companies, or other highly regulated hardware firms.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Job Functions
 
 
 
 <li>
 Position requires in-office presence in Washington, D.C. (Mt. Vernon/Chinatown) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays.
 </li>
 Travel: Travel is required,
 <li>
 Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
 </li>
 <li>
 Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
 </li>
 <li>
 Repetitive work: Prolonged
 </li>
 <li>
 Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
 </li>
 <li>
 Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of &gt;8 hrs./day
 
 
 </li>
 
 Compensation And Benefits
 
 
 
 The anticipated salary band for this position is
 
 $150,000 &ndash; $190,000
 
 . The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.
 
 
 In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Stock options
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible paid time off
 </li>
 <li>
 401k plan with employer match
 </li>
 <li>
 16 weeks of paid family leave
 </li>
 <li>
 Employer HSA contributions
 </li>
 <li>
 Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
 </li>
 <li>
 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Relocation assistance
 </li>
 <li>
 Dog friendly office
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Physical Demands and Work Environment
 
 
 
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
 
 
 Note
 
 
 
 This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an &ldquo;at will&rdquo; relationship.
 
 
 
 Export Control
 
 
 
 Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a &ldquo;protected individual&rdquo; defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).
</div>

Legal Counsel

LAWYERS’ COMMITTEE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS UNDER LAW

<div>The Lawyers&rsquo; Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation&rsquo;s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers&rsquo; Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real. 
 
Job Title: Senior Counsel/Counsel 
Location: Washington, DC 
Job Type: Full-Time 
Union Affiliation: Union 
Accountable to: Director, Voting Rights Project 
 
About the Role: 
The Lawyers&rsquo; Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation&rsquo;s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers&rsquo; Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real. 
 
The Senior Counsel/Counsel in the Voting Rights Project (VRP) will support three (3) areas:<ul><li>
Litigation - Protect equal and unfettered access to the ballot by all eligible voters, particularly those traditionally disfranchised, and oppose discriminatory redistricting.
</li><li>Election Protection &ndash; Support the nation&rsquo;s largest, non-partisan voter protection program, which works year-round to address barriers to the ballot box.</li><li>
Programmatic Activities - Promote voting rights through written and oral advocacy, participation in webinars and other events, and support for partner organizations.</li></ul>
The Senior Counsel/Counsel works under the supervision of the Director of the Voting Rights Project. 
 
What You&rsquo;ll be Doing: 
Responsibilities of Senior Counsel/Counsel include but are not limited to:<ul><li>
Leading and participating in litigation before federal and state trial and appellate courts throughout the country.</li><li>
Leading and participating in all stages of litigation, from drafting pleadings and briefs to conducting discovery to advocating in court.</li><li>
Investigating matters and developing new cases.</li><li>
Preparing amicus briefs.</li><li>
Collaborating and coordinating with the Director and other attorneys in the Voting Rights Project on litigation and the development of the overall VRP strategy.</li><li>
Providing legal support to implement the programmatic work of the Project, including Election Protection.</li><li>
Providing guidance to more junior lawyers, as needed.</li><li>
Engaging in public speaking and other advocacy on voting rights.</li><li>
Demonstrating a commitment to diversity within and outside the office and an ability to implement a community-driven approach to the work.</li><li>
Travel as needed.</li></ul> 

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:<ul><li>
Deep commitment to the advancement of racial justice and civil rights.</li><li>
Licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia, or the ability to waive in.</li><li>
At least 7 years of legal experience, including litigation experience, for Counsel position and 9 years of such experience for Senior Counsel position.</li><li>
Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and commitment to written advocacy of the highest quality.</li><li>
Strong oral communication skills.</li><li>
Excellent legal, analytical, and research skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated initiative in developing complex civil rights litigation.</li><li>
Significant experience with taking and/or defending depositions.</li><li>
Experience with trial work in complex federal civil rights litigation.</li><li>
Expertise in voting rights law.</li><li>
Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle a multitude of tasks.</li><li>
Ability to develop, maintain, and enhance relationships with diverse groups and coalitions.</li><li>
Comfort in working in a diverse environment.</li></ul> 

Supervisory Responsibility: 
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
 
 
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team! 
 
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world. 
 
Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental &amp; vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend. 
 
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers&rsquo; Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers&rsquo; Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law. 
 
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union. Employment terms, including wages and benefits, are subject to collective bargaining agreements. 
 
The expected range for this role will be: $104,000 - $160,500. The specific salary within this range is determined based on the candidate&rsquo;s experience, including the timing of their law degree attainment. Generally, candidates who obtained their law degree more recently will start at the lower end of the scale. Candidates with more extensive experience or those who obtained their law degree earlier may be eligible for salaries towards the higher end of the scale. We are committed to providing a fair and transparent compensation structure that reflects the value and experience of our attorneys. 

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Counsel/Senior Counsel - Voting Rights Project

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