32 Legal jobs

The Texas Civil Rights Project (TCRP) is a community lawyering organization, boldly serving the movement for equality and justice in and out of the courts, and seeking to advance a vision of a Texas in which all communities can thrive with dignity and justice, and without fear. To advance this work, TCRP is seeking a Legal Program Director to lead its Racial and Economic Justice (REJ) program, which in recent years has engaged extensively in legal and advocacy work on behalf of migrant and border communities. This position is part of TCRP’s Leadership Team, which works together to run the organization, and reports directly to TCRP’s President.   For more than thirty years, TCRP has been a committed partner to community organizers, families and advocacy groups across the state. Whether through litigation or other means of legal advocacy, the attorneys and advocates at TCRP work to dismantle mass incarceration, discrimination in voting and civic participation, and injustices...

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation , a leading philanthropic institution helping communities create the conditions children need to thrive, is seeking applications for a newly created Assistant General Counsel position. The Assistant General Counsel will provide collaborative, solution-oriented legal guidance and support to the foundation on U.S. and international legal matters, advising foundation staff in a variety of areas including grantmaking, contracts, policy and advocacy, workforce mobility, and state and local registrations. Other areas of support may include employment matters, employee benefit programs, intellectual property matters and impact investments. Specific responsibilities include advising foundation staff on structuring grants, reviewing grant application materials for compliance with applicable laws, regulations and foundation policies, and preparing, reviewing and negotiating contracts to procure goods and services, licenses, leases and other legal documents. The...

The Federal Public Defender for the District of Kansas seeks an attorney to join our branch office in Topeka, Kansas.  Our office provides high-quality, holistic representation to people charged with federal crimes who cannot afford to hire an attorney.  We operate under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act. Assistant Federal Public Defenders zealously and professionally represent clients in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse, and rewarding work environment.  Responsibilities include managing an extensive caseload; working with clients; interviewing witnesses and family members; developing release plans; reviewing discovery; preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs; developing litigation strategies; working with experts; advising CJA panel attorneys and in-court litigation through all stages of a criminal case.  Some travel is necessary.  Attorneys in our office may not engage in the private practice of law. Qualifications: Required:  (1) graduation from an accredited...

As the leading global association of mutual funds, ETFs, and other regulated funds, the Investment Company Institute (ICI) encourages adherence to high ethical standards, promotes public understanding, and works to advance the interests of funds, their shareholders, directors, and advisers. The Independent Directors Council (IDC) supports investment company independent directors in fulfilling their responsibilities to represent the interests of fund shareholders. It promotes the highest standards of fund governance for the benefit and protection of fund shareholders. And it keeps fund directors informed about issues that affect their ability to fulfill their responsibilities while adapting to the rapidly changing financial services landscape. Under the direction of the Managing Director, this position is responsible for representing IDC, ICI, independent directors, and the investment company industry on matters relating to fund governance and the role of fund independent...

Location: Fort Meade, MD Job ID: 1151119 The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense. The offense collects, processes and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes. The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information. The NSA Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking superior applicants with experience in practice areas such as litigation, national security law, cybersecurity, government contracts, administrative law, and government ethics, among others, who are interested in joining its elite team of lawyers who provide legal advice to the Agency as it carries out its missions. At NSA OGC, you will analyze cutting-edge technical and intelligence issues and will frequently provide legal advice that relates to high-profile...

The Defender Services Office (DSO) within the Administrative Office of U.S. Courts, administers the Federal appointed counsel program consisting of Federal public defender and community defender organizations and private panel attorneys. Our mission is to ensure that the right to counsel guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment, the Criminal Justice Act (18 U.S.C. § 3006A), and other congressional mandates is enforced on behalf of those who cannot afford to retain counsel and other necessary defense services. The Defender Services program operates pursuant to the Criminal Justice Act (CJA),18U.S.C.§3006A. By fulfilling its mission, the Defender Services program helps to maintain public confidence in the nation’s commitment to equal justice under law and to ensure the successful operation of the constitutionally-based adversary system of justice by which both federal criminal laws and federally guaranteed rights are enforced. The newly hired attorney will be committed to upholding the...

Boutique firm located in Tarrytown, NY in search for a highly motivated associate to join our Zoning and Litigation departments. New York admission required and NJ admission a plus. Candidate must have at least 2-6 years’ experience in zoning matters and/or litigation. Federal court litigation a plus. Competitive salary and benefits offered with opportunity for professional growth. E-mail resume to cvogt@snyderlaw.net.

Company Overview At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the global by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to support our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Would you like a career where you get to use your legal expertise? Are you seeking a career that makes a difference in the world? We are seeking a new legal team member to provide legal counsel to our business partners in Lilly Oncology. As counsel for Lilly Oncology, you will provide global strategic legal advice and practical counsel to the global product development and U.S. brand teams. In addition, you will offer legal advice for investigational and/or approved products and will liaise with regional and specialty legal colleagues in order to counsel business partners on various...

Job Description About the Role The New York Times Company has an opening for an attorney with at least six years’ experience, specializing in the area of licensing and technology transactions, and related data privacy and marketing compliance. This new role will report to the VP & Assistant General Counsel of the commercial legal and business affairs team, providing support across the business/commercial side of the company.   Responsibilities: Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including: Complex technology transactions such as advertising-technology, enterprise, IT, software/SaaS, new media, and audience/platform arrangements, media and marketing service agreements, supporting advertising, marketing, product, technology, data teams, and finance/corporate/HR;  Outbound and inbound intellectual property, data, business-to-business, and technology licensing, and end-user license agreements, providing...

  Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor or equivalent legal degree At least four (4) years in practice and experience in providing legal counsel on regulatory and quality matters with a major corporation or law firm. Must have demonstrated ability to perform successfully in cross-functional teams, with the ability to lead and mentor Must have ability to handle multiple projects in fast-paced environment and exercise sound commercial and legal judgment Responsibilities: Responsible for counseling on regulatory laws, regulations, and guidance documents with respect to complex regulatory issues relating to the development, approval, and marketing of animal health products; product cybersecurity; lifecycle management; health, safety and environment; and privacy legal issues; as well as inspectional and product safety/quality issues. Collaborates with cross-functional teams and counsels a variety of clients across Elanco businesses on moderately complex legal...

The Prison Law Office , located in Berkeley, California, is seeking a staff attorney to investigate, litigate and monitor conditions in correctional facilities.  The Prison Law Office is a nonprofit public interest law firm founded in 1976 that provides free legal services to incarcerated adults and juveniles to improve their conditions of confinement in various correctional settings, including prisons, jails, juvenile halls and immigration detention facilities. With a staff of attorneys and support personnel, we engage in class action and other impact litigation in California, Arizona, and potentially other states; provide direct legal services to individuals regarding their incarceration; educate the public about jail and prison conditions, and provide technical assistance to attorneys throughout the country. We have litigated numerous successful institutional reform cases that, among other things, have reduced the overcrowding of California’s prisons, improved health care...

POSITION DESCRIPTION Last updated: October 13, 2020 Position Title: Senior Director, Health Care Strategy & Analysis(HCSA) Supervisor: TBD Status: Exempt; full-time SUMMARY The National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association (NFPRHA) is hiring a Senior Director to help support the association’s federal and state regulatory and legal strategy. The position will support NFPRHA’s Health Care Strategy & Analysis (HCSA) program, focused on carrying out NFPRHA’s regulatory analysis, education, and advocacy goals at the federal and state levels. Additionally, the position will support NFPRHA’s ongoing legal work. This position is grant dependent and the maximum salary is $130,000. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Tracks and analyzes state and federal regulations in policy areas identified in collaboration with the Vice President, HCSA, as well as important litigation impacting NFPRHA’s interests. • Collaborates with NFPRHA’s programmatic functions to identify proactive...

The Florida Regional Office of Earthjustice is looking to hire a Staff Attorney whose docket will include work done in partnership with community-based organizations, environmental justice groups and others advancing the rights of disproportionately burdened communities, especially in South Florida.  Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.  We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change.  We partner with thousands of groups to engage on the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change.  We are here  because the earth needs a good lawyer . Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections.  We achieve this by hiring people who share a...

Miguel A. Elias, A Profession Law Corporation is a growing mid-sized law firm based in Kenner, LA. We specialize in five legal aspects which include Personal Injury, Immigration, Worker's Compensation, Family, and Criminal law.   We are seeking a dynamic, driven, and passionate Immigration Attorney with experience in removal work, including asylum and cancellation of removal, family-based immigrant and non-immigrant matters, including waivers (including I-601A, I-601, I-212), SIJS, U Visas, VAWA, and other humanitarian reliefs. Must have solid experience interpreting and providing advice on immigration, citizenship and on the processes through which people may secure immigrant and non-immigrant visas.  Knowledge and experience in legal process and forms, drafting documents, advising, and representing clients. Representation in custody hearings and merit hearings before the Immigration Courts and BIA. Minimum Qualifications and Requirements Must have JD degree from an...

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading international law firms, is seeking a Pro Bono Counsel to be resident in one of our California offices.  The Pro Bono Counsel will be responsible for working with the Pro Bono Committees and coordinating pro bono efforts in our West Coast, Texas, and European offices.  The Pro Bono Counsel also will work as part of the larger pro bono administrative team on national and international policy and projects.  The Pro Bono counsel will report to the firm’s Senior Pro Bono counsel.    Responsibilities: • Works closely with assigned regional Office Pro Bono Committees and Pro Bono Chairs to evaluate and place pro bono matters with Firm attorneys, organize substantive legal trainings, coordinate with referral organizations, and assemble teams for pro bono matters. • Generates enthusiasm within the offices in his or her region for pro bono matters and works to ensure that 100% of lawyers meet the firm’s Pro Bono...

THE OPPORTUNITY Netflix, the world's leading streaming entertainment service, seeks an experienced Director, Content Litigation to join the legal team. This is an exciting and challenging role in a fast-paced environment with responsibility for handling Content Litigation matters directly, both directly and indirectly, as well as pre-litigation counseling on a wide variety of content-related topics and other litigation and counseling matters as they arise. This role sits within the Litigation & Regulatory Risk group and involves close and ongoing collaboration with members of the Business & Legal Affairs team and the Company’s various Content verticals. Strong risk tolerance, an experienced perspective on litigation and litigation risk, and an ability to understand and manage multiple internal resources dealing with cutting-edge legal issues are critical in this role. This role is headquartered in Los Angeles and reports to Director, Content Litigation. This is an...

We are currently hiring at our locations all over the country!  We are Different -   At Tyson & Mendes, “the way it has always been done” is questioned every day.  In a rapidly advancing society, a modern law firm needs to adapt quickly. We proactively look for ways to Improve our processes and culture, and we value and act on employee feedback. We are Innovative. We are Bold. We are Tyson & Mendes. We are committed to delivering on our promises.  Are you the best? Are you committed to delivering on your promises? We seek an experienced litigation associate to join our team of award-winning litigators. Can you hit the ground running? Have experience defending civil litigation matters, handling depositions and motion work, with a focus on personal injury law. Do you have five or more years of solid litigation experience and are ready to take a step forward in your career? If you want to work for an organization that is reimagining what...

We currently have an opportunity available for a Senior Workers’ Compensation Trial Attorney to join our OneBeacon Staff Counsel team in our New York City office, located at One State Street Plaza. This position independently provides legal representation and defense counsel for insureds before courts, arbitration panels, or other bodies and advises OneBeacon Claim employees in their handling of litigated claim matters.  In addition, the Senior Workers’ Compensation Trial Attorney is responsible for completion of caseload and trial work of moderate complexity, whether by settlement, trial or appeal.  The Senior Workers’ Compensation Trial Attorney also coaches and mentors junior members of the team.    Responsibilities: Handles a workload of defense files representing OneBeacon’s insureds in Workers' Compensation matters in New York and New Jersey.  Responsible for maintenance and completion of caseload and trial work of moderate complexity, whether by settlement, trial or...

We currently have an opportunity available for a Senior Maritime Trial Attorney to join our OneBeacon Staff Counsel office within our New York City location.  This position independently provides legal representation and defense counsel for insureds before New York and New Jersey courts, arbitration panels, or other bodies.  The Senior Maritime Trial Attorney advises OneBeacon Claim employees in their handling of litigated claim matters.  This role is responsible for completion of caseload and trial work of moderate to high complexity, whether by settlement, trial or appeal.  The Senior Maritime Trial Attorney also coaches and mentors junior members of the team.    Responsibilities:   Handles a workload of defense files representing OneBeacon’s insureds in property and casualty and maritime matters in New York and New Jersey.  Responsible for maintenance and completion of caseload and trial work of moderate to high complexity, whether by settlement, trial or appeal....