Associate Director, Impact Litigation

Giffords Law Center is seeking an Associate Director for Impact Litigation to lead high-impact affirmative litigation designed to advance gun industry accountability and reduce gun violence.

Requirements

• J.D. and admission to at least one state bar (or eligibility for timely admission)
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, with substantial affirmative, complex, or impact litigation responsibility
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of issues related to gun violence prevention
• Experience developing and leading cases involving complex factual records, expert testimony, and industry practices
• Prior experience supervising or mentoring attorneys or legal staff
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Strong commitment to trauma-informed practice, and working respectfully with survivors and communities disproportionately affected by gun violence
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse partners, including advocates, experts, survivors, and government entities
• A demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism

Benefits

• Employer-funded health insurance
• Employer-funded dental insurance
• Employer-funded vision insurance
• Health, transit, and parking flexible spending accounts
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Reimbursement for cell phone
• Monthly wifi stipend
• 25 days of PTO annually
• Paid week closure at the end of the calendar year
• 10 paid federal holidays