Job Title: Staff Attorney - Tenant Right to Counsel Project (TRCP) Job Responsibilities: - Handle a full caseload of full representation for Failure to Pay Rent, Tenant Holding Over, and Breach of Lease eviction cases. This includes routine trial practice, client communication, communication with administrative agencies on behalf of clients, negotiations, frequent writing for litigation, and occasional discovery and depositions. - Advocate before administrative agencies, inc
Job Title: Law Clerk - Summer Law Clerk Program Job Responsibilities: Law Clerks at the organization, under the supervision of a licensed attorney, will engage in a variety of tasks designed to provide exposure to the challenges and opportunities of delivering civil legal services to those most in need. Key responsibilities include: - Learning about basic policies and procedures of legal practice, office administration, and non-profit management. - Completing administrat
Job Title: Employment Counsel Job Responsibilities: The Employment Counsel will act as the primary legal advisor on all employment and labor-related matters within the organization. Key responsibilities include: - Providing day-to-day legal counsel on various employment-related issues, including hiring, discipline, performance management, accommodations, leave issues, terminations, and separations. - Managing and overseeing employment litigation, including the development o
Job Title: Supervising Attorney - Immigration MD Job Responsibilities: - Supervise immigration staff attorneys, senior staff attorneys, paralegals, and legal interns. - Provide direct legal representation to low-income immigrants in various matters before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), and Maryland courts, focusing on asylum seekers, immigrant survivors of crime, and vulnerable children and youth, parti
Application Requirements: A resume, cover letter and writing sample are required for all applications. Writing sample should be a legal brief or memorandum. Please include salary requirements in your cover letter. Two writing samples are required for applicants with more than five years of relevant legal experience. All interested candidates should submit their application materials to the **Members Only** Employment Opportunities Portal. **Members Only** is an equal opportunity e
Job Title: Counsel/Senior Counsel, Voting Rights Program and Bernard and Anne Spitzer Fellow Job Responsibilities: - Conduct legal and factual research and public writing to support policy advocacy, legislative reform, and communications initiatives. - Help advance state-level policy reforms, often in collaboration with coalition partners. - Participate in impact litigation, including research, brief writing, and strategy development. - Write and speak for a general, non-leg
Job Title: Summer 2026 Legal Internship (US) Job Responsibilities: The Summer 2026 Legal Internship at the organization offers law students a unique opportunity to develop skills in international environmental law and human rights. The responsibilities of a legal intern include: - Conducting research and writing on areas of domestic and international law, including environmental and human rights law, international investment law, and international trade law and policy. - As
Job Title: Spring 2026 Legal Internship (US) Job Responsibilities: The legal internship at the organization provides law students with an opportunity to develop skills in international environmental law and the use of legal strategies to protect human rights and the environment. Interns will work under the supervision of a diverse staff of experts and attorneys. Key responsibilities include: - Conducting research and writing on domestic and international law topics, includi
Job Title: Legislative Director, Courts, Justice, & Administrative Law Job Responsibilities: The Legislative Director for Courts, Justice, & Administrative Law at the organization is responsible for developing and implementing legislative and administrative strategies related to court integrity, justice system, and administrative law issues. The role entails direct lobbying of Congress and the Administration, educating these bodies on key legal challenges and rulings, and ac
Job Title: Managing Director, Washington, DC Job Responsibilities: - Provide seasoned, disciplined, and effective management of the KIND field office, including program and performance management, budgeting, employee relations, and development-support functions. - Act as the senior representative of the organization at the local level, effectively engaging government, private sector partners, and community stakeholders to advance KIND’s mission. - Supervise Senior Attorney...
Job Title: Chief Legal Advocacy Officer Job Responsibilities: The Chief Legal Advocacy Officer (CLAO) at the organization is an executive leadership role focused on advancing the organization's litigation, policy, and public education strategies to serve LGBTQ+ communities and individuals living with HIV. The CLAO is responsible for: - Shaping and advancing litigation, policy, and public education strategies. - Strengthening organizational systems and infrastructure in alig
Job Title: Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: - Engage in all facets of federal and state court litigation. - Conduct factual and legal research, providing guidance and analysis of laws across various jurisdictions. - Draft, review, and edit analytic and persuasive written work products. - Advise government clients, considering legal, political, and justice aspects of each case. - Meet with government and non-government stakeholders. - Support and potentially lead legal orga
Job Title: Spring 2026 Legal Intern Job Responsibilities: The Spring 2026 Legal Intern at the organization will support the General Counsel’s Office and engage in various legal activities pertinent to nonprofit law. Key responsibilities include: - Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda on topics relevant to nonprofit law and policy. - Assisting in the review and drafting of contracts, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and other legal documents. - Supporting comp...
Job Title: Spring 2026 Communications Intern Job Responsibilities: The Communications Intern at the organization will engage in a variety of tasks designed to support the dissemination of the organization's research and analysis to the news media. Key responsibilities include: - Tracking media coverage of the organization's reports and analyses. - Updating and maintaining media contact lists. - Distributing the organization's publications to appropriate channels. - Drafting
Job Title: Spring 2026 Data Analysis and Research Intern Job Responsibilities: The Data Analysis and Research Intern will be part of a dynamic team at the organization, assisting in a variety of research and policy analysis tasks. Key responsibilities include: - Collaborating with a group of national policy analysts on issues affecting lower-income families and individuals. - Engaging in research topics such as cash assistance, taxation, tax credits, food assistance, housin
**Job Title:** Spring 2026 Equity & Inclusion Intern **Job Responsibilities:** The Equity & Inclusion Intern will work with the Equity and Inclusion (E&I) core team at the organization. The intern will have a variety of responsibilities that are central to supporting the organization’s mission to promote equity and inclusion. Key responsibilities include: - Supporting a range of projects related to the organization’s equity and inclusion initiatives. - Assisting in th...
Job Title: Spring 2026 Federal Fiscal Policy Intern Job Responsibilities: The Federal Fiscal Policy Intern at the organization will play a significant role in supporting the Federal Fiscal Policy team. The intern will be responsible for: - Assisting in the monitoring of research and policy developments related to federal budget priorities. - Conducting research on subjects related to federal budget and tax proposals. - Collecting and analyzing economic data with an emphasis
Job Title: Legal Archives Intern Job Responsibilities: - Draft legal research memos on the legal ethics of preserving and publicizing historical case files. At least one memo will be closely reviewed and edited by the Archives Counsel, providing the intern with a strong writing sample for future positions. - Assist the Archives Counsel in conducting privilege review of the organization's archival records to ensure the organization maintains its duty of confidentiality and at
Job Title: Summer 2026 Legal Intern, Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief Job Responsibilities: The Summer Legal Intern in the Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief will engage in various tasks that provide meaningful legal experience. Interns will be involved in the following responsibilities: - Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs. - Conducting comprehensive legal and policy research. - Exploring prospects for new litigation, including developing factual and
Job Title: Summer 2026 Legal Intern, National Prison Project Job Responsibilities: - Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda and briefings concerning the rights of incarcerated individuals. - Gather, analyze, and synthesize current information related to the conditions in prisons, jails, and detention centers. - Research and draft prospects for new litigation or campaign advocacy. - Assist in the drafting, production, and distribution of advocacy and public educatio
Job Title: Legal Counsel, Corporate Engagement Job Responsibilities: - Conduct complex legal research and analysis concerning state and federal legislative, regulatory, and litigation opportunities to achieve the objectives of the organization's corporate engagement efforts. - Defend shareholder proposals from company no-action requests to the SEC, providing strategic input, drafting assistance, and legal representation during meetings with companies. - Conduct legal and top
Job Title: Associate General Counsel Job Responsibilities: The Associate General Counsel will provide guidance and counsel on a variety of legal matters within the organization. Responsibilities include: - Advising on day-to-day legal issues such as labor and employment, contracts, insurance, intellectual property, nonprofit corporate governance, privacy, and lobbying. - Establishing, implementing, and updating organizational policies and procedures to mitigate risks and ens
Job Title: Human Rights Accountability Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: - Assist in promoting and facilitating the credible use of targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions under the Global Magnitsky sanctions program and other similar authorities. - Work with civil society groups to identify issues of concern and prepare recommendations for Magnitsky-style sanctions targets to governments in response to developing human rights crises. - Identify advocacy opportu
Job Title: Part-Time Paralegal Job Responsibilities: - Meet with attorneys and clients to discuss assigned cases or projects. - Draft legal documents including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; file motions and pleadings in accordance with judicial procedures. - Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys. - Interview clients and witnesses and prepare
Job Title: Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: The Legal Fellow at the organization will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of transforming the food system to be more sustainable and ethical. The responsibilities include: - Conducting legal and policy research related to the regulation of alternative proteins. - Producing clear, accurate legal analysis. - Drafting research memoranda on topics related to the regulation of alternative proteins. - Drafting bill analys
Job Title: Part-Time Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Independently provide trauma-informed legal representation in cases which may include child custody, other family law issues, civil protection orders, criminal record vacatur/expungement, name changes, and crime victims advocacy. - Maintain updated case files within the organization's case management system. - Conduct Human Trafficking trainings and Know Your Rights workshops. - Comply with grant metrics, restrictio
Job Title: Spring 2026 Liberty and National Security Legal Internship Job Responsibilities: The Spring 2026 Liberty and National Security Legal Internship involves working with the department at the organization on various policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives. Key responsibilities include: - Conducting legal and policy research and analysis. - Engaging in legislative drafting at federal, state, and local levels. - Participating in administrative and legisla
Job Title: General Counsel Job Responsibilities: The General Counsel at the organization will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the organization operates within legal parameters and adheres to its Code of Conduct. Key responsibilities include: - Overseeing legal guidance and supervising the Associate General Counsel. - Managing strategic advisory responsibilities and day-to-day tasks for the Legal department, which includes contract reviews, file management, and budget o
Paralegal and Research Associate Job Title: Paralegal and Research Associate Job Responsibilities: The Paralegal and Research Associate at the organization is tasked with a variety of responsibilities that ensure the high-quality production and filing of legal briefs and other related products. The duties include: - Assisting the litigation team with the production and filing of legal briefs, which involves cite-checking and formatting to ensure all documents meet the high
Job Title: Staff Attorney, Child Advocacy Program Job Responsibilities: - Carry a substantial caseload of cases, serving as the court-appointed Guardian ad litem for child clients in custody matters in DC Superior Court. - Provide high-quality representation by spending meaningful time with each child client, conducting thorough investigations, and advocating for the child’s best interest both in and out of court. - Maintain timely and thorough case files for each client. ...
Job Title: Supervising Family Law Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Supervise pro bono attorneys providing free legal advice to survivors of domestic violence at community clinics. - Supervise pro bono attorneys representing survivors of domestic violence in custody, child support, and divorce matters, with some supervision in Civil Protection Order matters, all within DC Superior Court. - Provide ongoing case-specific guidance to pro bono attorneys, including answering subst
Job Title: Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: Legal fellows at the organization are involved in promoting and protecting the rights of adults and children with mental health disabilities. This is achieved through cutting-edge litigation and shaping federal policy. The responsibilities include: - Working on . Supreme Court and other federal and state appellate cases. - Bringing impact litigation at the trial court level. - Engaging in policy advocacy in Congress and at fed
Job Title: Summer Legal Intern Job Responsibilities: Legal interns at the organization will engage in a variety of tasks to support the mission of promoting and protecting the rights of adults and children with mental illnesses. Key responsibilities include: - Gaining hands-on experience with the investigation and litigation of disability rights matters. - Investigating potential claims by interviewing complainants and witnesses, reviewing documents, and preparing factual a
Job Title: Fall Legal Internship Job Responsibilities: Legal interns at the organization will gain practical experience in the field of disability rights law. Their responsibilities will include: - Engaging in the investigation and litigation of disability rights matters. - Interviewing complainants and witnesses to gather information and reviewing relevant documents. - Preparing factual and legal memoranda to support ongoing cases. - Conducting legal research and drafting b
Job Title: Spring Legal Internship Job Responsibilities: Legal interns at the organization will engage in a variety of tasks aimed at promoting and protecting the rights of adults and children with mental illnesses. Interns will gain hands-on experience with both the investigation and litigation of disability rights matters. Key responsibilities include: - Investigating potential claims by interviewing complainants and witnesses, reviewing documents, and preparing factual a