Counsel/Senior Counsel - PADEI

The Counsel/Senior Counsel will work on various matters to grow and advance the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law’s Protecting and Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (PADEI) Initiative.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an attorney.
• Demonstrated commitment to the advancement of racial justice and civil rights.
• Significant experience with federal civil rights laws, including at least one of the following: Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 1981, the Fair Housing Act, and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.
• Experience working with organizational clients and providing legal advice.
• Familiarity with federal administrative and regulatory processes.
• Commitment and demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent advocacy.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Organized and adept at time management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, Westlaw, and internet research tools.
• Demonstrated capability to collaborate with multiple external partners.
• Ability to analyze issues, develop legal or policy strategies, and apply traditional civil rights laws in an evolving legal and policy environment.
• Ability to produce consistent, quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel for conferences, speaking engagements, and meetings.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in the District of Columbia bar or the ability to waive in.
• Litigation experience helpful but not required.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision)
• Parental leave
• 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability
• Employer paid monthly cell phone stipend