New York Government And Government Relations Attorney jobs in Public Interest

Director, Disability Advocacy Project Candidate will be responsible for working with staff to develop and implement a strategic vision for the Unit’s work. Will also devise creative, high impact advocacy strategies to address systemic barriers facing people with disabilities. Will supervise the Unit’s attorneys and paralegals on a range of litigation including administrative proceedings, appeals and affirmative litigation in State and Federal Court. Will also be respon... read more

Supervising Attorney Duties: Supervise case acceptance in at least one practice area. Maintain a limited caseload, including representation of eligible clients in various civil matters within one or more program priorities. Supervise case work for staff attorneys, staff paralegals, AmeriCorps members, interns and volunteers across various practice areas. Review and approve supervisee timekeeping and data entry. Maintain thorough and timely case and file management, includi... read more

Policy Counsel Duties: Assist with identifying, developing and implementing legislative and policy reform strategies at the federal, state, and local levels, consistent with Policing Reform Campaign goals; Conduct policy and other forms of research in the areas of criminal justice and policing; Participate in and/or organize briefings with policymakers, including federal or state agency officials on the Campaign’s priorities; Assist with building and/or participating in ... read more