Counsel

Min 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Justice Action Center is seeking a Counsel to join our team and contribute to our impact litigation goals. This is a full-time, fully remote position, open to individuals residing in the United States. We are looking for a candidate who is committed to filling gaps in impact litigation for immigrant communities, able to work remotely in a start-up environment, and has a passion for combining storytelling and litigation to bring justice to vulnerable populations. The Counsel will report to the Legal Director and will have the opportunity to manage an active case load, develop legal strategy, and work closely with clients and co-counsel to bring about systemic change.

As a Counsel at JAC, you will have the opportunity to:

- Manage an active case load of complex litigation in federal court, including developing legal strategy, drafting legal filings, and representing JAC and our clients in conferences and oral arguments.
- Interact and build relationships with clients and potential plaintiffs to amplify their stories and bring about change.
- Contribute to JAC’s vision and strategy for combining litigation and storytelling to fill unmet legal needs for immigrant communities.
- Collaborate with a diverse team of colleagues, including legal and communications departments, co-counsel, and movement partners.
- Engage with directly impacted leaders and work towards a more inclusive society.
- Work in a fully remote position with occasional out-of-state travel required.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

- A . from an accredited law school, active membership in at least one state bar, and admission to practice law in at least one . federal jurisdiction.
- At least 4 years of experience in complex federal litigation and impact litigation.
- Strong legal strategy, analytical, drafting, and editing skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both in legal advocacy and broader public communications.
- A commitment to civil liberties and social justice.
- The ability to work collaboratively and creatively in a start-up environment.
- A commitment to best practices for equity, diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.

In return, JAC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and a 401K employer contribution of 3%. We are also committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, and strongly encourage individuals from marginalized communities to apply.

Ready to join our team? Apply now by submitting a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please include your pronouns, expected work city and state, and any languages you speak. We also welcome you to share how your professional experiences and qualifications align with JAC’s mission and vision. If you do not meet all of the required qualifications, but are interested in the position, please explain why in your cover letter.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please note that this posting only provides a general overview of the responsibilities of the Counsel position and may change at any time without advance notice. JAC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require accommodations, please email us at .

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and join our team at Justice Action Center. Apply today!

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100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; 100% employer paid life and AD&D insurance; 100% employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance; 12 weeks of paid parental leave; sick time and vacation time; summer Fridays; monthly wellness stipend; home office stipend; 401K employer contribution of 3%

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J.D. from accredited law school

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to . In the cover letter, include pronouns, expected work city and state, and languages spoken. Share how your qualifications and experiences align with JAC's mission. If you do not meet all qualifications, explain why you should be considered.

Qualification and Experience J.D. from accredited law school, active state bar membership, federal jurisdiction admission, 4+ years of legal experience

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