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These positions are in the Office of the EPA-Region 2, Office of Regional Counsel, in New York City. At the entry level of this position, you will: - Provide legal advice, perform legal research, prepare legal documentation, and provide policy recommendations; - Participate in litigation activities; - Draft Agency determinations, proposed regulations, and Federal Register notices; - Perform negotiation and informal dispute resolution. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses.  NOTE:  Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations).  

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Pendleton office. The Pendleton Regional Director leads an office of two staff attorneys and two support staff. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and two specialized programs focus on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that...

IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Catholic Charities of Southern New Mexico, with offices in Las Cruces and Roswell, seeks an experienced immigration attorney to help manage its legal services program.  The attorney will handle a wide-range of complex immigration matters including family-based petitions, removal-defense, DACA, waivers, VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa cases, asylum, and naturalization.  The attorney works as part of a team of eight (8) legal staff members: three (3) Partially Accredited Representatives, four (4) administrative support staff members and an office receptionist.  The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required: law degree from accredited law school and licensed to practice law in one or more U.S. jurisdictions; oral and written fluency in Spanish and English; passion for and dedication to helping the poor and low-income clientele; ability to manage large case load and excel in a fast-paced work environment; leadership skills in...

The Office of the San Bernardino County Public Defender is currently recruiting qualified candidates to work as contract attorneys on the Public Defense Pilot Program.  These positions offer an exciting opportunity to represent clients with resentencing under Penal Code Sections 1170(d(1), 1170.95, and 3051. (see BSCC website for information about the Public Defense Pilot Program.  Public Defense Pilot Program – BSCC (ca.gov) ) Public Defense Pilot Program contract attorney duties will include conducting legal research, filing and litigating motions in court, managing client case files, corresponding with clients, participating in an orientation process, and ongoing training.  The positions offer a competitive salary, from $74,672 to $172,993 annually, commensurate with experience.  Additionally, a generous benefit package includes health, dental, vision and life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.  Qualified candidates must be licensed attorneys with the California...

Who We Are Children's Law Center fights so every child in DC can grow up with a stable family, good health, and a quality education.  At Children’s Law Center, everything we do is focused on one thing – delivering better client outcomes for kids and families in DC. Our staff are empowered to open minds, shape decisions, and offer solutions. We encourage intellectual curiosity, innovation, diversity, and mutual respect.  Our greatest assets are our people. We strive to attract and cultivate a vibrant, creative, and diverse community.  We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fuel our ability to provide the best outcomes for our clients. Our staff drive Children’s Law Center’s mission with their leadership, result-orientated mindset, and commitment to cultural humility and centering the needs of our clients.   We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and...

About Dēmos . Founded in 2000, Demos is a public policy organization working for a democracy and economy rooted in racial equity. Our work is organized around a particular point of view about power and about what is required to create a society where Black and Brown communities are fully thriving. Demos moves ideas powerful enough to improve the lives of everyday Americans through the full cycle of change. We champion over-the-horizon policy solutions, shift the narrative to clear the way for their acceptance, and are committed to a model of sustained advocacy until they take effect. We use the right strategy for the right moment, whether it’s research, communications, supporting organizers, or litigation. This commitment to the full cycle of change has resulted in real victories, from landmark credit card reforms to over 3 million new voter registration applications from low-income citizens. Throughout all of our work, Demos is advocating not just for people, but for the very...

The  Department of Child Support Services (DCSS)  is recruiting for  Child Support Attorneys.   Each year our Child Support Professionals work with thousands of parents in San Bernardino County to help the children in our community receive the monetary support needed to thrive and prosper. Our mission is to partner with parents and the community in delivering reliable child support services, and each day presents a unique opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children. In our organization, we have a strong commitment to excellence and value integrity, innovation, transparency, and an environment of trust and respect. The leadership is committed to a strengths-based approach to employee development by focusing on leveraging natural talents and abilities.   Child Support Attorney I   is an entry level class in the Child Support Attorney Series, offering an exciting learning opportunity for a challenging career in family law and civil litigation. Attorneys in...

POSITION SUMMARY Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and strategic attorney to join our team in Nevada. The Nevada Clean Energy Program Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney will be responsible for developing and advancing equitable legislative, administrative, and local policy solutions that move the region toward a clean energy economy and address climate change in Nevada. This position will report to the Clean Energy Deputy Director, and will work closely with WRA’s Clean Energy Program and Government Affairs staff to shape state and local energy policy and increase Nevada’s participation in global climate change solutions through negotiation and strategic litigation. This individual should possess analytical chops, strong writing skills, and sound judgment. ABOUT WESTERN RESOURCE ADVOCATES WRA fights climate change and its impacts to sustain the environment, economy, and people of the West. We respect the different needs of...

JOB TITLE: Prosecutor/Attorney AGENCY: County of Tulare LOCATION: Visalia, California FILING DEADLINE :  Open until Filled SALARY RANGE: $73,715 – $133,427 Annually DOQ/DOE   The District Attorney's Office The District Attorney’s Office is a fast-paced and exciting environment and is structured to provide outstanding career growth opportunities with a strong commitment to ethical criminal prosecution and quality service to victims of crime. When fully staffed, there are sixty-nine attorneys that carry out the core function of prosecution supported by 207 team members composed of investigators, administrative assistants, victim/witness service specialists, support staff, witness coordinators, fiscal staff and interns. The Office of the District Attorney serves 26 cities, townships, and districts in the county with offices in Visalia and Porterville. To learn more, go to: www.tulareda.org/careers/   The Position The County is seeking...