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The Position With the stated mission of transforming “unproductive real estate in neighborhoods and industrial areas into opportunities for employment and housing,” The Port is an economic and community development agency that is seeking its next General Counsel to join a high-performing team of professionals dedicated to transforming communities for lasting impact, including residential properties and commercial business districts. The position of General Counsel holds the responsibility of maintaining The Port’s legal standing and compliance, serving a prominent role in anticipating, developing, and advancing major litigation, contracts, and negotiations for The Port’s redevelopment initiatives. Since its establishment in 2000, The Port has grown significantly in its size and scope, necessitating an experienced and driven litigator on the executive team. This position oversees outside counsel and four staff: three attorneys, one paralegal, and one administrative assistant....

The County of San Diego's Office of County Counsel has current openings for Confidential Paralegal  Confidential Paralegals assist in discovery and trial preparation of tort, civil rights and law enforcement litigation and associated cases.     The ideal candidate will be an experienced paralegal who can function effectively in a busy legal office, work under a high degree of autonomy and independence, and demonstrate the ability to be a quick learner in performing a wide variety of paralegal duties. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with responsibility for an assigned case load and have experience in preparing for and participating in trials. Helpful skills include: knowledge of federal, California state and local court rules; the ability to use Excel, discovery and case summaries, and the ability to propose case specific discovery strategies. The interviews for this position will take place on July 6 and...

Washington, DC (901 E) Officer, Legal Affairs and Counsel (Hybrid) Legal Affairs Department The Pew Charitable Trusts is tackling some of the most pressing challenges we face today, whether it is addressing the impacts of climate change, conserving the natural environment and the rich diversity of life it supports, improving the efficiency of government services to benefit all people, or addressing treatments for mental health and substance abuse disorders impacting marginalized communities. As a key member of Pew's Legal Affairs team, you'll work closely with Pew's diverse team of experts, providing them with crucial legal guidance as they develop, support, and communicate research and analyses that explain critical emerging issues, inform public policy, and advocate for solutions to these and other problems. For over 20 years, Pew has made dramatic advances in its charitable activities. In this role, you'll be at the center of Pew's efforts, supporting the...

The City of Santa Rosa is Seeking a Litigation Attorney See our Recruitment Brochure  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. NEW: Depending on experience, the successful candidate may be appointed to the position of Assistant City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney. Assistant City Attorney is the senior level in the City Attorney series and is distinguished from the Deputy City Attorney position by the level of difficulty and complexity of work performed and experience expected....

Deputy County Counsel II & III $9,301 - $13,004/Monthly* Grow your legal career in public service. Join a team driven to improve our communities and the quality of life in Sonoma County. Join County Counsel. Starting salary up to $74.77/hour ($156,053/year) plus a cash allowance of approximately $600/month* County Counsel is currently recruiting to fill a Deputy County Counsel position at either the II or III level, depending upon qualifications and level. If you are interested in applying at multiple levels of this opportunity, you must submit separate applications to each recruitment. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing your contributions work to better our shared community. You can also look forward to excellent benefits* including: Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040...

Weld County, Colorado Greeley, CO Assistant County Attorney III Annual salary: $90,501.71 to $114,617.34 First resume review: Monday, May 30, 2022. Located in northern Colorado, Weld County is home to charming small towns, thriving cities and approximately 4,000 square miles of wide-open sky and beautiful mountain views. Our history is rooted in the land, and our western heritage runs deep. The County is the third largest county in Colorado with a population of 328,981 and 32 incorporated municipalities, each with their unique attributes and charming appeal. Upon direction of the County Attorney, the Assistant County Attorney III provides legal advice, representation, and/or legal services to County departments or its affiliated agencies, including, but not limited to, Accounting, Assessor, Facilities, Extension, Finance and Administration, Clerk and Recorder, Coroner, Human Resources, Health, Human Services, Justice Services, Planning, Public Works, Purchasing,...

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.  Priority Review Deadline:  May 20,  2022 The   County Counsel's Office   is recruiting for a   Workers' Compensation Attorneys.  This position will analyze complex legal and factual issues; conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research; prepare pleadings including applications, answers and responsive pleadings; draft proposed compromise and release agreements, stipulations with request for awards, and AME/PQME letters; prepare trial briefs and appeals including petitions for reconsideration and writs; take depositions of applicants and cross-examinations of physicians; prepare strategies for resolution with little or no supervision; prepare for hearings including trial, cross-examination, trial exhibits and witnesses with little or no supervision; communicate with the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board, witnesses and opposing counsel and maintain...

Under supervision, this position supports the mission of the agency by reviewing initial licensing applications of investment advisers, including pooled investment vehicles (also referred to as “hedge funds”), and broker-dealers and their representatives. The position will also conduct examinations and investigations of investment advisers, broker-dealers and their representatives and analyze associated financial records that may lead to administrative, civil or criminal actions.  These actions advance DFI's goals of implementing and enforcing laws regulating financial institutions and consumer protection laws.         Some of What You Will Do: Complete sophisticated legal analysis of referrals received as a result of financial examinations. Draft administrative orders, statements of charges, legal memoranda and investigative reports. Negotiate settlements with corporate counsel, compliance officers, licensees and other interested parties. Investigate cases...

The County of San Diego has an exciting opportunity for Assistant County Counsel . This executive management position serves as a principal assistant to the County Counsel in providing legal services to the Board of Supervisors, County officers, departments, courts, and special districts; to assist in handling special complex and high-profile projects and assignments; and to perform related work as assigned by County Counsel. This position reports directly to the County Counsel. QUALIFYING APPLICANTS WILL POSSESS: Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California AND five (5) years of experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include four (4) years of management level experience and at least one (1) year of supervision. The deadline to apply is May 11, 2022 . A first review of résumés will take place during the week of April 25, 2022. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply...

LatinoJustice PRLDEF (LJP) is one of the foremost Latino civil rights organizations in the country. By litigating precedent-setting law reform impact cases across the country and training young people to be leaders in their communities, LJP has profoundly improved the way Latinxs are treated in U.S. society, working to ensure that they have more opportunities for political, economic, social and educational equality since 1972.  LJP’s legal work is based on six pillars: Criminal Justice, Economic Justice, Immigrant Rights, Leadership Development & Education, Puerto Rico, and Voting Rights. All our work focuses on addressing systemic discrimination and ensuring equal access to justice in the advancement of the rights and opportunities of Latinos in our communities. We are now seeking a creative, energetic, motivated attorney with a record of commitment to social justice work and experience fighting on behalf of Latinx communities. The Associate Counsel will report to the...

LatinoJustice PRLDEF (LJP) seeks a dynamic, creative, experienced attorney to initiate and lead litigation and policy advocacy in the areas of voting rights and redistricting. Protecting voting rights is one of LJP’s core areas (pillars) of work, along with economic justice, immigrant rights, criminal justice reform and policing, racial justice, and issues specific to Puerto Rico. LJP uses multiple strategies, including litigation, advocacy, and community education and engagement, to protect and advance the voting rights of the Latinx and other communities of color in multiple states throughout the U.S. LJP’s work includes challenging vote denial practices such as failure to provide bilingual assistance at polling places, discriminatory voter roll purges, and unnecessary voter challenge practices. LJP also targets at-large election structures and unfair redistricting plans that attempt to dilute the power of the Latinx vote. Our Rights Restoration Project provides advocacy and...

The Position Guilford County is a high-performing local government organization that maintains a culture of embracing diversity, striving for equality, and inspiring individual and organizational excellence. The position of County Attorney is a key embodiment of those values. This position holds responsibility for all of the County’s legal matters and serves a prominent role in major litigation, contracts, and negotiations. Guilford County’s County Attorney serves as chief counsel and attorney for Guilford County Board of Commissioners by providing routine consultation with Board members and as Chief Legal Counsel for the County’s numerous departments, ensuring legal compliance and revision on documents such as contracts, deeds, public record requests, local ordinances, and resolutions. This position manages the County’s litigation needs, including a thorough overview of supporting each attorney’s caseload, court appearances, depositions, etc. The County Attorney also serves as...