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Public Interest
Attorney
Litigation - Public Interest
Min 1 yrs required
Staff Attorney The candidate ‘will work under the Legal Director’s supervision and in close collaboration with the legal department, law student interns, volunteer attorneys who are co-counsel on Georgia cases, and attorneys from the National office. Just as important, will works closely with staff from the communications department in a fast-paced environment that addresses headline-making issues through litigation, advocacy, and community education. must be prepared to litigate a variety of civil rights and civil liberties issues, with a potential focus on the affiliate’s strategic priorities (women’s rights, privacy and surveillance, and criminal legal system reform). The Staff Attorney must be able and willing—with minimal guidance and supervision—to research and learn complex legal issues and quickly put together lawsuits oftentimes on short notice in response to late-breaking events. The successful Staff Attorney will move fluidly from the courtroom to the community and will be able to work with diverse allies and coalitions to achieve our ambitious goals. Responsibilities : Investigate, develop, and litigate civil rights and civil liberties cases in federal and state courts potentially with limited supervision. This includes conducting factual and legal research, leading litigation teams potentially with multiple co-counsel, interviewing clients and potential witnesses, writing demand letters, drafting pleadings and briefs, conducting discovery, arguing motions, trying cases in court, handling appeals and amicus briefs, and negotiating settlements. Respond quickly to late-breaking events, master new areas of law in a short amount of time, and otherwise work in a fast-paced environment. Take risks and develop creative approaches to litigation or legal arguments regardless of whether they have been previously attempted. Communicate with government attorneys or other government officials in attempts to resolve civil rights and civil liberties issues in an amicable and practical manner without resorting to litigation. Occasionally provide legal research and analysis on legislative proposals and public education materials. Work with the ACLU of Georgia communications department to give media interviews explaining the ACLU of Georgia’s positions and legal actions. Give panel and other presentations to the community explaining the ACLU of Georgia’s positions and legal actions. Recruit and supervise legal interns (together with other Staff Attorneys). Must have J.D. degree. Should have membership in good standing with the Georgia Bar or eligibility for admission on motion to the Georgia Bar. Bar exam to be admitted to the Georgia Bar. Civil litigation and/or clerkship experience.
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