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The City of Champaign seeks experienced candidates for the position of Assistant City Attorney in the Legal Department.  In this position, you will join an in-house legal team that works closely with all City Departments in a wide variety of areas.  The City has a Council-Manager form of government. Responsibilities of Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: advising government officials regarding areas of local government law including: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Open Meetings Act (OMA); managing, evaluating, and litigating cases, including ordinance enforcement, small claims, workers’ compensation, and civil rights defense; evaluating and preparing written legal opinions; preparing and reviewing legal documents, including those related to contracts, legislation, real estate, and other areas of municipal regulation; contract development, review, and negotiation, including labor negotiations; real estate transactional work; and supervising...

Awaiting your results from the July 2022 CA Bar Exam? You can still apply! Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders I/II/III/IV . Public Defenders conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials. Deputy Public Defender I $77,667- $89,294 Annually Deputy Public Defender II $93,620 - $107,640  Annually Deputy Public Defender III $104,540 - $120,577 Annually Deputy Public Defender IV $127,608 - $179,920 Annually   Benefits: The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as...

Do you want to spend your time generating and litigating 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 Counsel to join our team! Working under the direction of the Legal Director, Counsel will be responsible for leading a subset of Justice Catalyst Law’s litigation and non-litigation projects, and working in collaboration with our team to generate and investigate new cases.   Our Organization A nonprofit organization founded in 2018, Justice Catalyst Law develops cutting-edge, interdisciplinary impact cases and legal strategies that advance economic and social justice. Our mission is to expand the legal system’s potential to...

Job Description:  The Program is seeking experienced attorney applicants for the position of Assistant United States Trustee to lead and manage the Utica, NY  field office that oversees bankruptcy cases filed in the the Utica, Syracuse and Binghamton Divisions of the Northern District of New York. As the Assistant United States Trustee, the typical duties include the following: Manage and oversee the administration of the field office, including all bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial district served by the office; Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters to enhance the Program’s mission locally, and help develop and implement policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law; Supervise and manage a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including...

Job Description:  The Program is seeking experienced attorney applicants for the position of Assistant United States Trustee to lead and manage the Concord, NH field office that oversees bankruptcy cases filed in the District of New Hampshire. As the Assistant United States Trustee, the typical duties include the following: Manage and oversee the administration of the field office, including all bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial district served by the office; Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters to enhance the Program’s mission locally, and help develop and implement policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law; Supervise and manage a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including assigning and monitoring work at the office and regional...

Job Description:  The EOUST, OGC, is seeking an attorney experienced in complex civil appellate litigation or complex civil litigation to provide expert legal advice and litigate complex civil appeals before federal appellate courts across the nation. The incumbent will serve as a civil appellate expert and will use his or her expertise to help OGC litigate roughly 100 appellate matters annually. Periodically, the incumbent will brief constitutional issues before federal trial courts. The incumbent will also craft administrative decisions. Responsibilities As a Trial Attorney (Appellate), GS-0905-15, duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Serving as a member of a cohesive and collegial team of experienced civil appellate attorneys based in OGC and reporting to the Associate General Counsel for Appellate Practice. Litigating complex and important civil bankruptcy appeals across the nation. Litigating constitutional matters before trial...

WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applicants for an associate professor to teach in the Washburn Law Clinic and to teach complementary doctrinal courses, beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year. Washburn Law has a unitary tenure track with scholarship support including summer writing stipends, year-round research assistants, and funding for travel to conferences.  This nine-month tenured/tenure-track position is one of three open tenured/tenure-track positions in the School of Law. We are particularly interested in applicants qualified to teach a business, transactional, and/or non-profit law clinic , but all areas of subject expertise will be considered. We seek engaging candidates whose performance to date has demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, scholarship, and service or the potential for achievement in each of these job functions. Application materials should clearly articulate the candidate’s record of work supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and...

Washburn University School of Law invites applications for an associate professor to teach Legal Writing beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year.  Washburn Law has a unitary tenure track with scholarship support including summer writing stipends, year-round research assistants, and funding for travel to conferences. This nine-month tenured/tenure-track position is one of three open tenured/tenure-track positions in the School of Law.  We seek engaging candidates whose performance to date has demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, scholarship, and service or the potential for achievement in each of these job functions.  Application materials should clearly articulate the candidate’s record of work supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and state how the candidate will contribute to Washburn University's commitment to diversity, equity,inclusion, and belonging, including a dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage students from diverse...

WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applicants for an associate professor to teach in the Washburn Law Clinic and to teach complementary doctrinal courses, beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year.  Washburn Law has a unitary tenure track with scholarship support including summer writing stipends, year-round research assistants, and funding for travel to conferences.  This nine-month tenured/tenure-track position is one of three open tenured/tenure-track positions in the School of Law.   We are particularly interested in applicants qualified to teach in a criminal defense clinic , but all areas of subject expertise will be considered. We seek engaging candidates whose performance to date has demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, scholarship, and service or the potential for achievement in each of these job functions.  Application materials should clearly articulate the candidate’s record of work supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and state how the...

Social Security’s General Counsel is Hiring! Join us! The Social Security Administration’s Office of the General Counsel seeks talented & enthusiastic attorneys throughout the U.S. for its Office of General Law personnel litigation division. WHY SSA: Social Security touches the lives of millions, providing vital services and a social safety net through disability, retirement, and survivor benefits. Our Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is a modern public service law office with a highly-skilled, engaged, and diverse workforce. We strategically manage a large national workload through effective collaboration & coordination. We offer the opportunity to handle meaningful and challenging legal work, while earning a competitive salary (plus locality pay), a flexible work schedule, and telework. Employees may be eligible to work remotely from home. WHY OGL PERSONNEL : OGL seeks highly qualified attorneys with experience in class action litigation—particularly in...

Social Security’s General Counsel is Hiring! Join us! The Social Security Administration’s Office of the General Counsel seeks talented & enthusiastic attorneys throughout the U.S. for its Office of General Law. WHY SSA: Social Security touches the lives of millions, providing vital services and a social safety net through disability, retirement, and survivor benefits. Our Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is a modern public service law office with a highly-skilled, engaged, and diverse workforce. We strategically manage a large national workload through effective collaboration & coordination. We offer the opportunity to handle meaningful and challenging legal work, while earning a competitive salary (plus locality pay), a flexible work schedule, and telework. Employees may be eligible to work remotely from home. WHY OGL: OGC’S Office of General Law (OGL) personnel divisions provide legal guidance on a wide variety of employment related issues including...

Social Security’s General Counsel is Hiring! Join us! The Social Security Administration’s Office of the General Counsel seeks talented & enthusiastic attorneys throughout the U.S. for its Office of Program Litigation. WHY SSA : Social Security touches the lives of millions, providing vital services and a social safety net through disability, retirement, and survivor benefits. Our Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is a modern public service law office with a highly-skilled, engaged, and diverse workforce. We strategically manage a large national workload through effective collaboration & coordination. We offer the opportunity to handle meaningful and challenging legal work, while earning a competitive salary (plus locality pay), a flexible work schedule, and telework. Employees may be eligible to work remotely from home. WHY OPLIT: OGC’s Office of Program Litigation (OPLit) promotes, advocates for, and protects SSA’s legal interests in federal court litigation...

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 Competition and Markets Regulation Group helps the company comply with the competition and antitrust laws around the world, close mergers and acquisitions, and respond to investigations. We also engage with regulators, academics, and others to consider the role of competition and antitrust law in the face of our changing economy, the development of new technology, and passage of new laws and regulations. It requires a broad understanding of our industry and our customers, technology, the political environment and the law as well as the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate across disciplines to solve problems. This role is located in Redmond, Washington. Subject Expertise - You demonstrate a strong understanding of competition and antitrust law as well as litigation principles, and review, interpret, and analyze legal information. Legal Advice and Counsel - You act as the primary competition and antitrust advisor for one or more major business...

The Position The City and County of Denver is looking for its next Independent Monitor to provide exemplary leadership, ongoing oversight, and direction to the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM) for the City and County of Denver. Working in concert with the Citizen Oversight Board, Mayor’s Office, City Council, Executive Director of Department of Public Safety, Denver Police (DPD), Sheriff (DSD), and Fire Departments (DFD), District Attorney’s Office, community leaders, the general public and media, the Independent Monitor provides fair and objective oversight of uniformed personnel (defined below) and ensures public confidence in such uniformed personnel and their accountability systems.   The Monitor serves at the pleasure of the Citizen Oversight Board. The Citizen Oversight Board recommends the appointment of the Independent Monitor to the City Council who must confirm the appointment. The Citizen Oversight Board is a nine-member board composed of community members...