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Fordham University, a private Catholic, Jesuit research university, firmly rooted in the life of New York City and with an enrollment of approximately 17,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Fordham Law. Long recognized as an innovative leader and for its commitment to service, teaching, and influential scholarship, Fordham Law has positioned itself at the forefront of legal education today, dedicated to intellectual inquiry and debate, upholding the highest ethics, and making a difference for the legal profession and for society at large. Fordham Law is committed to preparing its student body to excel in meeting the challenges of today’s rapidly changing legal profession, while also building the foundation for extraordinary lives of professional growth and service. Fordham Law welcomes students and faculty of all backgrounds, religions, and orientations, and emphasizes excellence, ethical values,...

Position Title: Executive Director Organization : San Francisco Ethics Commission (City and County of San Francisco) Organization Type: Public, Non-Profit, Local Government Ethics Commission Location:   San Francisco, California Salary Range: $155,715– 198,692 (Extended salary range is available dependent upon experience and qualifications and is subject to approval.) Organization Profile Berkeley Search Consultants has been retained by the City and County of San Francisco to recruit for their Executive Director of the San Francisco Ethics Commission . San Francisco is one of the most dynamic cities in the world, enriched by diverse communities, cultural attractions and natural beauty etched by the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco Bay, and hilly terrain. With 875,000 residents and a daytime population that swells north of 1 million, San Francisco long has been an economic hub, with tourism, tech, life sciences and global and...

The San Bernardino  County Counsel's Office  is recruiting for a  Litigation Attorney.  These positions provide legal advice, assistance and representation in civil legal matters to the County and its departments.  The assignment may include representation in a variety of areas including: civil rights; torts; personal injury; public entity liability; employment law; eminent domain; environmental/land use; workers’ compensation; and administrative law proceedings. Deputy County Counsel I ($79,684 - $105,456 annually) Deputy County Counsel II ($98,155 - $130,353 annually) Deputy County Counsel III ($115,79 - $153,982 annually) Deputy County Counsel IV ($133,432 - $189,924 annually) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants must pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment. State Bar License:  Must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California at the time of...

City of Richmond, California Senior Assistant City Attorney / Assistant City Attorney / Deputy City Attorney Annual salary range: $101,892 to $199,464 Final filing date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 11:59pm PST The City of Richmond is excited to offer three distinct opportunities for attorneys of varying experience levels. Whether you are eager to gain experience, seek leadership opportunities, or looking to showcase your expertise, the City of Richmond provides a dynamic platform for your legal career. All three positions are at-will positions, serving at the pleasure of the City Attorney. The positions are distinguished by increased responsibilities and complexity as well as the greater degree of independence and decision-making abilities. Strategically minded, the ideal attorney(s) see the bigger picture and can dissect complex legal issues, analyze multifaceted situations, and formulate comprehensive strategies that lead to successful outcomes. The...

The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley (LFSV) invites attorneys with a strong commitment to social justice and advancing the rights of underrepresented individuals in Santa Clara County to apply for the Supervising Attorney position on our Housing team. Applicants should have experience managing direct service client caseloads, impact litigation, and advocacy work. This is a flexible, hybrid position with an expectation to be in the office 2+ days per week. Who We Are The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley advances the rights of historically excluded individuals and families across Santa Clara County through legal services, strategic advocacy, and educational outreach. We serve over 10,000 individuals and families each year through our Housing Program, Children & Youth Program, and Health Program. Our attorneys, social workers, and advocates use legal advocacy as a tool for social change by crafting inventive solutions to the legal issues facing low-income people in our...

For the past 19 years, the mission of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) has been to advance innovative solutions to challenging problems. The organization has returned to its community foundation roots - engaging donors, corporations, government and community partners in efforts to make the Silicon Valley region and the world a better place. Based in Mountain View, California, SVCF partners with families, individuals and corporations to manage and facilitate their philanthropy by connecting donors to communities’ most pressing needs. SVCF is seeking an experienced Vice President, Legal Affairs. This role is critical to helping the Foundation structure donor and grant agreements, as SVCF is the recipient of large and complex gifts and makes grants locally, nationally, and around the world. This position is also charged with ensuring that SVCF remains in compliance with relevant laws, regulations and contract agreements. This role requires an active license by...

We know you are passionate about helping immigrants from all over the world. We are too and we want you on our team. Come join us if you have at least 2 years of immigration experience as an attorney! As an Associate Attorney, you will hit the ground running immediately interviewing clients, communicating clear legal strategies and making appropriate recommendations. Additionally, you should be able to: Draft pleadings, motions, and filings with court. Effectively handle litigation and transactional cases, from initial intake until final appointment or individual hearings and prepare and file appeals where necessary. Represent clients in immigration litigation and administrative hearings including Board of Immigration Appeals, Administrative Appeals Office, 9th Circuit Court, and Federal District Court (writ of mandamus, etc.) Case types include: Litigation: Cancellation of removal, prosecutorial discretion, asylum, withholding of removal. Transactional:...

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Pro Bono Institute (PBI) seeks a creative and energetic professional for the position of Assistant Director, Corporate Pro Bono (CPBO). Established in 1996, PBI is a nonprofit organization with a mandate to explore and identify new approaches to help the poor and disadvantaged who are unable to secure legal assistance to address critical problems. PBI does so by supporting, enhancing, and transforming the pro bono efforts of major law firms, in-house legal departments, and public interest organizations in the U.S. and around the world. Founded in 2000, CPBO is PBI’s global project that transforms the pro bono efforts of in-house legal departments, Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) chapters, and in-house counsel and their colleagues in the U.S. and around the world. The CPBO Assistant Director works with in-house counsel and other stakeholders to develop and implement a variety of initiatives and resources to support PBI’s and CPBO’s mission. The CPBO...

Research Assistant Professor of Law The University of Virginia School of Law is seeking candidates for a small number of limited-term, non-tenure-track Research Assistant Professor faculty positions beginning in August 2023. These new faculty members will join a vibrant scholarly community in the School of Law, which takes pride in its collegial and supportive environment.   These positions are designed to provide candidates with time to work on their scholarship in anticipation of entering the law school teaching market.  Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or foreign equivalent degree strongly preferred. In exceptional cases, a terminal degree in the applicant’s field (e.g., a Ph.D.) will be considered. Distinguished academic and professional background and superior scholarly promise expected.   Application Instructions To apply for this position please follow  http://apply.interfolio.com/128396  Please submit a cover letter, your C.V., and...

Professor/Associate Professor of Law (tenure-line, open rank) or Visiting Professor The University of Virginia School of Law seeks candidates for a small number of tenure-line (entry-level, full) or visiting faculty positions beginning in August 2024. These new faculty members will join a vibrant scholarly community in the School of Law, which takes pride in its collegial and supportive environment. Entry-level candidates are strongly encouraged to register with the AALS  Faculty Appointments Register (FAR) . Please check with the AALS regarding their registration deadlines. The positions will remain open to applications until filled.  Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or foreign equivalent degree strongly preferred. In exceptional cases, a terminal degree in the applicant’s field (e.g., a Ph.D.) will be considered. Rank and compensation subject to individual qualifications and experience. Distinguished academic and professional background and...

Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor of Law, General Faculty (non-tenure-line, open rank) The University of Virginia School of Law invites applications for academic general faculty (non-tenure-track) on the teaching track, to begin on or after August 2023. We will consider faculty in all legal fields. These new faculty members will join a vibrant scholarly community in the School of Law, which takes pride in its collegial and supportive environment. Positions will be open to any rank (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) with the rank being commensurate with education and experience. Along with teaching expectations, these faculty positions also have service responsibilities. Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or foreign equivalent degree strongly preferred. In exceptional cases, a terminal degree in the applicant’s field (e.g., a Ph.D.) will be considered. Distinguished professional and academic background is expected....

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: Equity, Leadership, Integrity, Openness, Respect, and Accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.   The University of Rochester’s Office for Equity & Inclusion is seeking an Equal Employment Opportunity & Title IX Investigator . The Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator investigates complaints of harassment and discrimination based on a protected class, and retaliation, pursuant to the University’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, Title IX Policy, and Student Sexual Misconduct Policy.   The Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator conducts investigations in ways that build trust within the University community, to sustain a fair and just climate, culture and community...

Agency : U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Position : Student Trainee (Law), GS/SK-0999- 07/09 Promotion Potential : None Open & Close Dates : 09/12/2023 to 10/03/2023 Salary : $43,888 - $84,549 per year Location : Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job) Vacancies : Many   Job Link for Headquarters in Washington, DC : https://sec.usajobs.gov/job/748418500 Job Link for Regional Offices : https://sec.usajobs.gov/job/748418000   Summary : The SEC is actively recruiting for the SEC Scholars Legal Program for Spring 2024. The program targets currently enrolled JD and LL.M. students to participate in a ten-week internship, these are temporary appointments. The SEC Scholars Program will tentatively begin  January 15, 2024  and conclude on  March 22, 2024 . Conditions of Employment: ·   This position is open to U.S. Citizens. ·   Current students enrolled in accredited educational...

Sharp Healthcare based in San Diego, California is seeking candidates for the newly created role of Vice President, Labor and Employee Relations, and Employment Law. Reporting dually to the Chief Human Resources Officer and General Counsel, the Vice President, Labor and Employee Relations, and Employment Law is responsible for providing leadership in the strategic planning, implementation and evaluation of labor and employment efforts that contribute to positive and productive working relationships and a supportive work culture across the organization as well as providing legal counsel to a variety of complex labor and employment matters. The Vice President, Labor and Employee Relations, and Employment Law is a highly strategic and proactive legal counsel and business partner who is well-versed in labor union organizing activities and labor and employment law. This individual is innovative and someone who identifies solutions that facilitate Sharp Healthcare's employee...

The Assistant Director (AD) of the Office of Planning and Evaluation (OPE) provides oversight for analytical work conducted in OPE, including the Peer Review program, Debtor Auditor program, and serves as a legal expert on important policy and research studies. The incumbent is responsible for nationwide research and data collection, long-term planning, policy development, program evaluation and management, public outreach, leadership development, training, and records management. Specifically, the AD oversees the operation of four subordinate areas of OPE: Analysis and Evaluation, the National Bankruptcy Training Institute, Public Affairs and Communications, and Records Management. Duties: In this position, the successful candidate will: Oversee and supervise, through subordinate supervisors, all aspects of studies of the USTP and the bankruptcy system to evaluate the effectiveness of specific current and proposed bankruptcy program activities; Oversee the Peer...

**This position is open 08/16/2024** Duties ***This is an open continuous announcement to fill multiple positions as they become available.  Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis for the duration of this announcement*** Positions may be placed in any of the Commissions’ Operating Division/Offices, located at Headquarters in Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; and/or Kansas City, MO offices. Divisions may include but not limited to the following offices: Division of Clearing Risk Division of Enforcement Division of Market Oversight Market Participants Division Office of General Counsel For more information on the Operating Offices/Divisions, please visit:  CFTC Organization | CFTC The incumbent will perform as a Junior Attorney to gain experience working on complex legal matters and policy initiatives relating to commodity derivatives law.  With supervisory support, and depending on the assigned division or office, duties may include:...

**This position is open until June 28, 2024** Duties As a Trial Attorney, you may join one of two well-respected Divisions; serving on a team responsible for supporting the Act and Regulations adopted by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Selections may be made in The Office of General Counsel (OGC) or The Division of Enforcement (DOE). The Division of Enforcement is responsible for conducting investigations and enforcement activities pursuant to the provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act (Act) and the rules and regulations adopted by the Commission thereunder (Regulations). These include investigating suspected violations of said statute, rules, and regulations, conducting administrative proceedings before the Commission itself, and conducting civil actions in federal district courts including injunctive and subpoena enforcement actions. This position is located in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). OGC represents the Commission in the U.S. District...

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that works to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving constitutional protection in the fight against terrorism. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, the courts, and in the court of public opinion.    The Brennan Center is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate General Counsel to join our small legal team and support our mission-driven work. Reporting to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will play a vital role in providing legal counsel, guidance and coordination on matters including contracts, cybersecurity,...

We are looking for out-of-this-world attorneys to join the legal team supporting Amazon’s Project Kuiper — an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Working closely with the Kuiper team and across Amazon, our stellar attorneys develop strategies at warp speed for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways, as well as build processes that address risk and allow Kuiper the flexibility and freedom to move quickly. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys being continually challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Successful candidates will have strong written and oral communication skills, and be able to work independently while contributing successfully to cross-functional teams. Our U.S.-based positions can be located in either Seattle/Redmond, WA (HQ1)...