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City of Simi Valley, California City Attorney Salary: Negotiable Application deadline: Open until filled. First resume review:  Tuesday, September 7, 2021 . With a population of approximately 130,000, Simi Valley offers an outstanding quality of life in a perennially-ranked “Best Place to Live” in the country. The City has successfully blended award-winning schools, parks, open space, and safe neighborhoods to be a highly desirable place to call home. The successful candidate will be able to thoroughly research and analyze problems, evaluate but not fear risk, develop sound conclusions and decisive recommendations, as well as having the ability to intelligently explain legal concepts to different levels of audiences in a clear and direct manner. The budget for the Office of the City Attorney is currently $1.4 million, and it is staffed by the City Attorney, three Assistant City Attorneys, a legal secretary, and a legal technician. To view additional...

This position is based in: South San Francisco, California Job ID: 202107-121355 Position Scope and Key Responsibilities: Genentech’s Intellectual Property team is seeking an intellectual property attorney whose passion lies in creating & leveraging game-changing IP strategies that enable Roche & Genentech to do now what patients need next .  As an enabling partner and key business strategist, this individual will be pushing the boundaries of what is possible in a highly competitive industry. This position reports directly to the Senior Director and Associate General Counsel, Ophthalmology, Neuroscience, Immunology & Infectious Disease (“OMNI”) IP Practice Group Lead in the Genentech Legal Department and will be located in our South San Francisco campus.   Key Responsibilities include: Driving strategic IP procurement and management of global intellectual property rights for individual large molecule (biopharmaceutical) candidates and products...

This position is based in: South San Francisco, California Job ID: 202107-121356 Position Scope and Key Responsibilities: Genentech’s Intellectual Property team is seeking a leader whose passion lies in creating and leveraging game-changing IP strategies that enable Roche & Genentech to do now what patients  need next . As a senior business strategist, this individual will be pushing the boundaries of what is  possible in a highly competitive industry while leading, empowering and developing great attorneys and staff across a dynamic and diverse global organization. This position reports directly to the Senior Director and Associate General Counsel, Ophthalmology, Neuroscience, Immunology & Infectious Disease IP Practice Group Lead in the Genentech Legal Department and will be located in our South San Francisco campus. Key Responsibilities include: Driving strategic IP procurement and management of global intellectual property rights including drafting...

The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking a dynamic and accomplished legal academic or practitioner to lead its extremely successful Trial Advocacy, Trial Team and Moot Court programs. In the past several years, our teams have advanced to quarterfinal, semifinal, and final rounds in regional and national tournaments including two national championship victories in the past three years. This would be a twelve month, 100%-time, non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor position that also holds an appointment as Director of Trial Advocacy, Trial Team and Moot Court Programs. We anticipate a start date between October 1, 2021 and January 1, 2022. Additional details and the application portal are here: https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=149804&job=college-of-law-teaching-assistant-professor-law-trial-advocacy-trial-team .  Application deadline is August 31, 2021. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action...

Public Defender Annual Salary up to $253,980* Home to approximately 500,000 residents, Sonoma County offers a rare and compelling array of scenic, recreational, and geographic characteristics – including over 200 award-winning wineries, inspiring coastline and beaches, the Russian River, and majestic redwoods. Appointed by the County’s Board of Supervisors, the Public Defender is a leader and collaborative partner within the County’s social and criminal justice system. This executive joins an organization that promotes a collaborative and team-based approach to meeting the needs of the county strategic plan and criminal justice system. In addition to serving as the Liaison to the Board of Supervisors, the Public Defender represents the office to other criminal justice departments (i.e., the Sheriff’s Office, the District Attorney’s Office, and the Probation Department), elected officials, social justice partners, interested community groups, the Sonoma County Bar...

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve our systems of democracy and justice. The Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving constitutional protections 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, the states, the courts, and in the court of public opinion. The Brennan Center’s Justice Program seeks to secure our nation’s promise of “equal justice for all” by tackling racial disparities and economic injustice, promoting a dignity-centered approach to crime and punishment, and creating a rational, effective, and fair justice system. Its priority focus is to reform the criminal legal system to unwind, and alleviate the harms of, mass incarceration. The program melds law, policy,...

Job Posting:  Senior Counsel Starting Date : As soon as possible Do you want to spend your time generating cross-cutting innovative litigation targeted toward economic and social justice? Do you enjoy a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere that encourages unconventional thinking and calculated risk-taking? Would you like to work at an organization with the litigation chops of a boutique firm and the nimble agenda of an attorney general? If so, read on! Justice Catalyst Law (“JCL”)  is looking for an experienced  Senior Counsel  to join our team. Senior Counsel will provide substantive and technical expertise and leadership to boost JCL’s case development and litigation capacity. Working under the direction of the Legal Director, Senior Counsel will have the experience, ability, and drive to lead and work independently on assigned projects. Our Organization A nonprofit organization founded in 2018, Justice Catalyst Law develops cutting-edge, interdisciplinary impact cases...

Washington, DC (901 E) Position Overview: The Associate I, Legal Affairs and Assistant Counsel is a new entry-level position that will support senior attorneys in providing legal support and advice on programmatic projects and initiatives; conduct legal research; contract review; and legal analysis of and advice on compliance with relevant laws for ethics involving Pew's work with government officials. We seek an applicant who has an interest in learning new areas of the law. This position reports to the Director, Legal Affairs and Senior Counsel and will be based in Pew's Washington, DC office. Responsibilities: Support senior attorneys in providing legal advice and guidance on programmatic projects and initiatives. Perform legal research and assist department in answering legal requests from various internal clients. Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of agreements in connection with Pew's work and mission (e.g. fee-for-service contracts,...

VIRTUA HEALTH ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL AD WittKieffer is assisting Virtua Health's Office of the General Counsel in recruiting candidates for the role of Assistant General Counsel to join its growing in-house legal department. Virtua Health is one of New Jersey’s largest healthcare systems and is committed to helping the people of South Jersey be well, get well, and stay well by providing the complete spectrum of advanced, accessible, and trusted health care services. This position will be supporting the organization virtually working out of a home office environment in or near a community served by Virtua. Virtua Health’s corporate office is located in Marlton, NJ, 30 minutes from Philadelphia, less than two hours from NYC or Baltimore and is in close proximity to a number of art/culture venues, recreation destinations and excellent educational institutions. In addition to being a world class health system and employer, Virtua Health is ideally located to allow for...

The ACLU of Oregon is seeking to fill two Staff Attorney positions. As part of the legal team and our overall integrated advocacy efforts, our Staff Attorneys will help develop and implement a vision and strategy for advancing an affirmative civil rights and liberties agenda, as well as help engage in defensive battles against policies and practices that impact vulnerable Oregonians, consistent with and in support of our organization’s core values. We will consider applications from individuals with a range of prior experiences, including individuals who recently graduated from law school to individuals with several or more years of relevant lawyering and other experience. We will prioritize applications from individuals who are able to demonstrate prior work, volunteer, or lived experience with racial justice work. We are very interested in applicants who would like to be based in an area of Oregon outside the Portland metropolitan area.  For applicants currently living...

NJP seeks applications from attorneys who have a strong interest in working with farmworker communities to lead our advocacy against labor trafficking in agriculture. Spanish fluency is required for this position, as is a demonstrated competence in working with diverse individuals and communities, including immigrants and persons of color. This full-time position can be based in Yakima, Tri-Cities, or Wenatchee, WA. NJP offers a unique opportunity to join a mission driven organization serving the legal needs of low-income people and communities in Washington State.  Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit law firm with a mission of Combating Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity. NJP secures justice for people in or near poverty through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families and communities through legal representation, community partnerships, education and other advocacy....

Stoel Rives LLP is seeking an attorney with 5 or more years of experience to join our growing employee benefits group. At Stoel Rives, we partner with clients to navigate the ever-changing and complex world of employee benefits. From strategy to implementation, administration to communication, audit to error correction, our experts understand how business needs and benefits requirements intersect. This role would work closely with our clients on all aspects of employee benefits, qualified retirement plans, nonqualified deferred compensation plans, and health and welfare plans.  We advise on benefit program design, drafting, preparing plan documents and corporate resolutions, communication with employees, establishing administrative procedures, managing IRS audits and DOL investigations, and correcting mistakes under the IRS and DOL correction programs. Additionally, our benefits lawyers work with clients to negotiate, plan and consult with third party administrators, actuaries,...

Lowenstein Sandler's Privacy and Cybersecurity team is seeking a highly qualified attorney to provide counsel on data privacy and cybersecurity matters for national and global clients.  The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience in multiple aspects of privacy/cybersecurity. CIPP certification is preferred.  Experience with GDPR, HIPAA, digital advertising, GLBA, COPPA, and CCPA is a plus. This position can be located in our Roseland or NYC office.  Lowenstein Sandler is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by...

The Financial Aid Office at the University of Virginia School of Law seeks a Director of Financial Aid. This is a University Executive and Senior Administrative Staff position reporting to the Assistant Dean for Financial Aid, Education and Planning, Law School. The Director of Financial Aid will focus on providing the highest standard of integrated student customer/client service while complying with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, as well as University policies. Responsibilities: The Director of Financial Aid will Manage the comprehensive review of law student financial aid applications and determine eligibility of all financial aid from federal, state, and/or institutional sources. Manage all aspects of the federal Direct Loan Program, including loan awarding, processing, return of funds, and reconciliation.  Conduct student loan entrance and exit counseling, and monitor compliance with all federal and institutional policies.  Monitor timely...

Sherin and Lodgen LLP, a 40+ attorney Boston law firm, is actively seeking a self-motivated Real Estate Finance Associate with 5-7 years’ experience, to join its Commercial Finance Practice Group in the Real Estate Department.  Experience in general commercial real estate finance, lines of credit, and tax credits (affordable housing, historic, and renewables) preferred . Strong academic background and excellent drafting skills essential. Competitive salary and excellent benefit package offered.  Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to: Karen Glowacki, Executive Director Sherin and Lodgen LLP 101 Federal Street, Boston, MA  02110 kglowacki@sherin.com

POSITION:  The Oregon Law Center (OLC) seeks a bilingual (Spanish/English) staff attorney to provide civil legal services to low-income clients, particularly in the area of family law for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.  This position is located in Eugene and serves clients throughout Lane County.  Eugene is one of the largest three cities in Oregon and has all the amenities of a bustling metropolis combined with convenient and easy access to the Cascade mountains and forest and the Pacific Ocean.  Eugene is located along the Willamette River and has a dynamic mix of arts and culture, entertainment and sports, the University of Oregon, craft brewing and eclectic dining, and cycling and track and field opportunities.     ABOUT US:   OLC is a legal services program committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon by providing a full range of the highest quality civil legal services.  OLC does not receive funding from the federal Legal...

R0026253 Director of Public Service, School of Law The University of Virginia School of Law seeks to hire a Director of Public Service within the Mortimer Caplin Public Service Center (PSC).  The Director of Public Service will be responsible for highly individualized counseling to students and Law School graduates on public service searches, employer outreach, the creation of resources and programming, and additional projects as assigned by the Assistant Dean for Public Service. The incumbent will work closely with other members of the Public Service Center, the Office of Private Practice, and the Office of Judicial Clerkships. The PSC provides guidance to law students on all facets of their search for summer and postgraduate positions with public service employers. This includes counseling students on job searches and professional development; providing information on, and assisting in applying for, available positions; facilitating on-Grounds interviews; and creating...

The Position The City Attorney is the chief legal counsel for the City of Cedar Rapids and serves as the primary legal advisor to the City Council, Boards and Commissions, and all city officials. Appointed by the Mayor and City Council, this position provides an outstanding opportunity to address the most complex legal challenges, work closely with elected officials to carry out Council priorities, partner with city leadership, and lead a team of dedicated professionals in service to the Cedar Rapids community. The City Attorney role is open following the retirement of a long-serving City Attorney. Reporting to City Council and working very closely with the City Manager, the City Attorney provides sound legal advice to the Council on significant policy, project, litigation, potential conflicts of interest, and financial matters through written opinions based on extensive institutional experience, legal research, and contract drafting. The City Attorney attends all City...

Organization: Corporate Functions/Legal Location: USA (Mid-West or North-East Preferred) Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all business functions — underpinned by the world’s largest delivery network — Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With 505,000 people serving clients in more than 200 cities with operations across 51 countries, Accenture drives innovation to improve the way the world works and lives. Visit us at www.accenture.com. Legal and Commercial Services professionals deliver and coordinate legal, contract and commercial advice and counsel in support of Accenture's or our clients' business, working to manage and mitigate risk...

Organization: Corporate Functions/Legal Location: Midwest or Northeast preferred Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all business functions — underpinned by the world’s largest delivery network — Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With 505,000 people serving clients in more than 200 cities with operations across 51 countries, Accenture drives innovation to improve the way the world works and lives. Visit us at www.accenture.com. Legal and Commercial Services professionals deliver and coordinate legal, contract and commercial advice and counsel in support of Accenture's or our clients' business, working to manage and mitigate risk...