Litigation - Civil Rights Attorney in Newark, NJ

Public Interest

Newark, NJ

Litigation - Civil Rights Attorney in Newark, NJ

Attorney

2-4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Staff Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Field cases delegated to you
- Participate in alternative dispute resolution
- Work strategically and collaborate with organization staff including the advocacy and media departments
- Participate in community education, such as Know Your Rights workshops
- Assist in the production of reports and written documents
- Build or maintain relationships with clients, affected communities, law firms, law schools, legal clinics, and allied legal groups to advance the organization's legal and policy work

Education and Experience Information:
Required Qualifications:
- . degree from an American Bar Association accredited school with admission in good standing with the NJ Bar (Candidates whose State Bar results are currently pending will also be considered)
- Expressed commitment to advancing the rights of low-income and under-served communities

Bonus, Non-Required Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of the American Muslim community
- Experience drafting claim letters
- Experience in organizing and/or working in coalition spaces to advance the rights of low-income and under-served communities
- Proficiency with legal research and proficiency with legal search engines
- Bilingual skills in a relevant language
- Knowledge of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (especially Title VII) and First Amendment
- Knowledge of EEOC and other administrative procedures

Commitment to the Mission:
- Passion for the mission of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, including a strong commitment to securing civil rights and justice for Muslim-Americans and their families

Interpersonal Skills:
- Be independent and self-motivated, requiring minimal supervision
- Ability to work fluidly with staff, who may also be Muslim-American
- Must be able to work flexibly to deal with different cultural norms, educational backgrounds, and professional skills

Salary Information:
- Annual Salary of $80,000 – $95,000, commensurate with experience
- Fully paid health insurance for employee
- Up to 3% retirement matching contribution
- 12 paid holidays, 12 days paid vacation, 5 sick days, and 7 personal days per year

Other Benefits:
- Access to mentors through the organization National & Chapter Legal Network and attendance at periodic legal trainings held by the organization National
- Unlimited access to a Practicing Law Institute membership for online, virtual, and in-person Legal CLEs, business cards, and malpractice insurance
- Inclusive and supportive work environment for professional growth and advancement
- Hybrid remote/in-person work schedule (3 days remote, 2 days at the office per week)
- Mileage/travel reimbursement for business travel (going to court, meetings, workshops, etc.)
- Annual NJ attorney registration reimbursement
- Offers flexible ad-hoc remote working options to ensure a balanced approach to productivity
- Offers comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision coverage

Application Process:
All those interested and eligible to work in the . (citizens or proper work visa holders) are encouraged to apply by submitting:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three references
4. Legal writing sample

Application Deadline: Interviews conducted on a rolling basis.
Start Date: ASAP

The organization is an equal opportunity employer.