Litigation - Civil Rights Attorney in Durham, NC

Public Interest

Durham, NC

Litigation - Civil Rights Attorney in Durham, NC

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Staff Attorney (North Carolina) Department: Civil Rights Status: Full-Time Job Reports to: General Counsel & National Litigation Director Brief Description: The organization is seeking a talented Staff Attorney to join its civil rights department at this crucial time in our nation’s history. Essential Functions/Duties The Staff Attorney will be primarily responsible for: - Performing legal research and drafting legal documents, including answers, motions, and other routine court filings - Drafting written work product, including legal and research memorandums and other legal documents, as requested - Drafting demand letters and engaging in alternative dispute resolution to resolve civil rights cases outside court intervention - Representing clients during FBI interrogations - Assisting trial attorneys with various aspects of litigation, including, but not limited to, client interviews, factual investigation, legal research, discovery, preparation of trial documents, negotiations, trials, and appellate work - Participating in speaking engagements pertaining to civil rights issues facing the American Muslim community - Training and coaching of organization staff as requested - Attend continuing legal education seminars and keep abreast of changes in the law through reading or other means Qualifications - . from an accredited law school - Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines; must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment - Basic knowledge of federal court practice - Excellent legal research, writing, and oral skills - No disciplinary actions on record or pending - Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years prior associate-level experience in civil rights - An understanding of civil rights issues relating to American Muslims - Passion for the mission of the organization - Ability to communicate in a language other than English is a plus Salary Range: $70,000 – $78,000 Compensation Package: - 401K retirement benefits with an employer match - The employee cost share for benefits is up to 20% including medical, dental, and vision - Vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays - Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages - Optional FSA (flexible spending account) - HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements - EAP (Employee Assistance Program) available - Professional Development stipend is available - Tuition Reimbursement (must meet certain requirements) - If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for the PSLF Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover letter with résumé, a writing sample, and a list of three professional references. Reference “Staff Attorney (North Carolina)” in the subject line. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.