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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...

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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:...

Duties This position is located in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Litigation Branch. The Litigation Branch represents the Commission in the U.S. Courts of Appeals, District Courts, Bankruptcy Courts, and various administrative bodies. OGC litigation staff represents the Commission principally in challenges to agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act, appeals of CFTC enforcement actions, subpoenas directed to the CFTC, derivatives-industry bankruptcies, and as amicus curiae in a range of matters. The Branch also reviews draft regulations, releases, and other proposed agency actions for litigation risk, including but not limited to compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act and Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) provisions. The Branch advises the Commission on administrative cases arising from its reparations program and from certain exchange or National Futures Association decisions. As an attorney in the Litigation Branch, you will be responsible for;...

**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,...

The Position The City Attorney is the chief legal counsel for the City of Bothell and serves as the primary legal advisor to the City. Reporting to the City Manager, the City Attorney provides leadership, direction, and guidance for legal issues and provides counsel to the City Manager, City Council, staff, committees, and commissions. Furthermore, the City Attorney provides legal advice to guide City policies, decisions, and activities and ensures that the City receives the highest quality legal representation. The City Attorney is an integral part of the City’s executive leadership team and collaborates with key staff across all departments to provide legal advice and ensure projects are completed promptly and responsibly. This position analyzes legal trends, interprets concerns, and presents alternatives to the City Manager, City Council, and various City departments regarding major issues facing the City. The City Attorney drafts and interprets City ordinances and...

Department:  Office of Legal Affairs Employment Status:  Regular/Full-Time/Exempt OVERVIEW: The Assistant General Counsel position provides an exciting opportunity to provide legal counsel to the largest funder of civil legal aid in the United States. The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) serves as in-house counsel to the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). Under the general supervision of the Vice President for Legal Affairs/General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel is a core member of a small legal team that provides hands-on counsel to all levels of management, staff, and Board of Directors within the organization on a wide range of diverse corporate and legal issues. They are responsible for researching and analyzing legal issues that affect LSC and its grantees; handling employment and labor matters; reviewing and drafting contracts and other transactional documents; drafting legal opinions and memoranda; providing counsel on best practices that affect...

POSITION:  Deputy City Attorney DIVISION:  Criminal and Community Justice Divisions SALARY:  $89,997 - $170,236 (See Supplemental Information and Notes) PRIMARY DUTIES The Criminal Division of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney. Our deputies prepare and prosecute misdemeanor criminal cases in the City of San Diego by handling a variety of motions, misdemeanor jury trials, and conducting legal research. Strong preference will be given to applicants with some courtroom experience who have tried cases to jury verdict. These are entry level positions (Deputy City Attorney I & II) as well as positions for applicants with experience prosecuting criminal cases and/or handling complex civil litigation matters (Deputy City Attorney III, IV and V). Those hired will be assigned initially as prosecutors in our General Trial Unit , the Domestic Violence &...

“Equal Justice Under Law” is one of our nation's most basic principles. Economic realities leave this promise too often unfulfilled. Utah Legal Services (ULS) is a nonprofit law office incorporated in 1976 committed to making equal justice a reality by providing free legal help in non-criminal cases to low income Utahns. ULS seeks an Executive Director as it begins its next chapter. The successful candidate will succeed ULS’s long-time and well-respected executive director, whose involvement with Utah Legal Services spans 46 years, 40 as executive director.  ULS’s mission is to protect the rights of the disadvantaged and persons of limited means through legal representation, advocacy, and education. It serves the entire state of Utah with offices in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo and St. George.  It focuses on the basic needs of the 360,000 people eligible for legal help in the state. In addition, it has specialized programs handling protective orders and family law cases;...

Job description Protect Democracy seeks a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Paralegal/Impact Associate. As a Paralegal/Impact Associate, you will primarily provide support to litigation and legal advocacy projects, while at the same time have the opportunity to contribute to impact projects using other tools, spanning policy reform and advocacy, strategic communications, research, and data analysis.   For this role, prior paralegal experience and/or litigation support skills are required.   This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who wishes to hone your skills in all stages of litigation, case management, writing and research, and communications, and over time develop expertise in one or more areas of our work. The ideal candidate brings a flexible, action-oriented mindset; excellent writing, research, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail; and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse...

The Position The City of Santa Rosa is Seeking an Experienced Litigation Attorney Applications will be accepted and continually reviewed until a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received or the position is filled. The recruitment may close at any time. Apply today!  See our Recruitment Brochure  CLICK HERE Be part of a dynamic, diverse, and knowledgeable organization committed to excellence in serving a thriving community! The City is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply. Benefits of City Employment In addition to offering a great work environment and excellent salary,...

We are accepting applications for an Associate Attorney to join the Community Partnerships Program in New York City. The associate attorney will join our work that prioritizes frontline communities who are burdened with the most pollution and environmental harms while being excluded from environmental benefits provided to other communities. We work with community leaders to challenge the environmental and social status quo, helping communities change the conditions in which they live. The ideal candidate will join our team by January 2024.  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, individuals, and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our...

This is a General Attorney Advisor position in the Region VII, Kansas City Office. The attorney will be expected to provide a variety of legal services to one or more Department components in the region, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the Office for Civil Rights, and Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Administration for Children and Families, on matters which often require coordination with other components of the Department, other OGC offices, or the U.S. Department of Justice. Attorneys may represent the agency in litigation against hospitals, nursing homes, health plans, clinical laboratories, and other health care providers to enforce compliance with federal requirements; aid in the recovery of misspent Medicare, Medicaid, and federal grant funds; advise the Office for Civil Rights in the investigation and resolution of unauthorized uses and/or disclosures of personal health information by health care entities; and represent the...

The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley (LFSV) invites California State Bar attorneys with an interest in Health Advocacy, including patient’s rights, economic justice, and public benefits (or those sitting for the next California Bar examination), to apply to join us as a Staff Attorney with our Health Program.   This is a hybrid position. Attorneys must be available to commute to our office in San Jose, CA and hearings 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. With a staff of 90 employees, we are the largest provider of free legal services in the South Bay region of the Bay Area. The Health Program provides free legal advice and representation to...