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The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing objective, nonpartisan research and analysis to committees and Members of the House and Senate. The CRS American Law Division (ALD) seeks a senior manager to serve as Deputy Assistant Director and Specialist. The selectee will support the Assistant Director in managing ALD, which addresses all legal questions that arise in a legislative context or are otherwise of interest to Congress. Some issues relate to the institutional prerogatives of Congress under the Constitution. Other questions involve constitutional and legal principles of statutory analysis that cross legislative policy areas, such as federalism, commerce powers and individual rights. ALD also focuses on the intricacies of legal precedent and statutory construction as they relate to business, crime, the environment, civil rights, international law and other issues. CRS reports and memoranda, while not legally binding, are used by Members and committees of Congress in their legislative deliberations and decision making.

This is a senior leadership position. Applications received for this position will not be considered for any other CRS vacancies. To be considered you must meet the critical competency requirements of the job at the levels described below.

1. Ability to apply knowledge of American law to address legal questions in a public policy setting: I am recognized by decision makers as a professional resource in specific areas of American law at the federal level.
2. Ability to manage legal analysis in a public policy setting: I have routinely managed legal research and analysis in specific areas of American law at the federal level.
3. Ability to lead people and manage a workforce: I have led, supervised, and managed a professional research workforce.
4. Ability to review the written products of others: I have evaluated and critically reviewed diverse written research products on legal aspects of public policy issues for compliance with established substantive and qualitative standards and made independent judgments on acceptability of material.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply online at http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo.

Job Title: Interim Corporate Membership Consultant

A Major, Lindsey & Africa Solutions Practice Group client has a temporary need for an Interim Corporate Membership Consultant for their office located in Washington, DC. 

Responsibilities:

• Execute strategies to recruit corporate members, increase awareness and usage of company service offerings to in-house corporate legal departments. 
• Foster strong relationships to increase member retention.
• Create and execute marketing campaigns, targeting specific individual members and prospective members. 
• Manage and coordinate, as needed, the delivery of high quality and relevant presentations on company service offerings and benefits.

Qualifications:

• Strong public speaking skills
• Some sales experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience marketing services to corporate legal departments preferred

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.  Interested candidates should send resumes to kaibrown@mlaglobal.com for consideration. 

The office of Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz is seeking an experienced Legislative Director/Counsel to oversee and support the Member’s legislative priorities and all other relevant legislative and policy work. 

Responsibilities include advising the Member on all matters in the issue portfolio which will include Foreign Policy and Health Care; developing and advancing legislative proposals; analyzing legislation and drafting vote recommendations and talking points for floor and committee proceedings; staffing the Member in relevant meetings; representing the Member before constituents and stakeholders; and supervising the legislative staff. The ideal candidate must have a law or advanced degree; significant foreign policy and Jewish Community experience; experience advising a Member of Congress; experience advancing policy proposals; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Prior work in another Congressional or Senate office with Florida ties is a plus.

Interested parties should e-mail a cover letter and resume to FL23Resume@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Legislative Director/Counsel.” Please save cover letter and resume in a single file (pdf preferred) and name the file “Last name, First name.” This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, disability, national origin, uniformed status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. 

About the Obama Foundation 

Founded in January 2014, the Obama Foundation is the platform for former President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama’s philanthropic activities and an integral part of their voice for continued civic engagement. The Foundation is a living, working start-up for citizenship — an ongoing project to shape together what it means to be a good citizen in the 21st century. It is based on the South Side of Chicago and will have projects all over the city, the country, and the world. From the very beginning, President Obama asked all Americans to believe in the power of ordinary citizens to bring about change. The Obama Foundation will create programs to engage young leaders from around the world, identify and broadcast innovative approaches to civic engagement, and connect communities by fostering conversations to bridge difference and creatively solve problems. Together, we have made extraordinary progress in meeting these challenges. Because there is more to do, this work will live on in the Obama Foundation. For more information on the Obama Foundation, please visit www.obama.org. 

About the Role 

The Legal Fellow will work closely with Foundation attorneys to provide legal advice and assistance across a wide range of issues that arise in a fast-growing and mission-focused Presidential foundation. Issue areas include 501(c)(3) compliance, intellectual property law, employment law, and commercial contract negotiation. 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties 

Assist the Legal Department in triaging and responding to a high volume of legal inquiries and issues. • Review, draft, and negotiate contracts under senior lawyer supervision in support of the Foundation’s programming and operational departments. Monitor and track contracts through management of the Foundation’s contract management software. • Help ensure Foundation compliance with range of applicable laws and regulations. • Maintain ongoing communication and coordination of Legal Department policies and projects to and with all Foundation departments. 

Position Requirements 

• 1-year position, with option to extend for second year • 

Location: 

Washington, D.C. or Chicago • 

J.D., bar admission in relevant jurisdiction, and up to three years of legal experience 

THE OBAMA FOUNDATION 5235 S. Harper Ct., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60615, United States 

E. info@obama.org 

T. +1 (773) 420-1700 

www.obama.org • 

Superior writing, legal research and project management skills needed • Must be resourceful, discreet and motivated by the Foundation’s mission • Experience in transactional/corporate work preferred 

To apply, please send cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and references to operationsres@obama.org no later than Monday, July 31st. 

Very competitive salary and benefits. The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position.

The Office of Bar Counsel is seeking applicants for an Assistant Bar Counsel. This attorney investigates allegations of attorney misconduct or incapacity; presents complaints to Peer Review Panels; represents the Commission at trial in circuit courts throughout the State and before the Court of Appeals; and performs other duties as directed by Bar Counsel.  Applicants should be able to manage a substantial case load independently and must possess excellent research, analytical and writing skills. Substantive litigation experience required.  

Starting salary range $54,450 - $68,450.  Benefits include medical insurance and pension plan.  

Email resume and 2 writing samples to nancy.larocque@agc.maryland.gov.  Resume must be received by close of business 8/2/17.  E.O.E.

The Office of Bar Counsel is seeking applicants for a Senior Assistant Bar Counsel.  This attorney investigates allegations of attorney misconduct or incapacity; presents complaints to Peer Review Panels; represents the Commission at trial in circuit courts throughout the State and before the Court of Appeals; supervises non-Senior Assistants; works with Bar Counsel to develop and implement training programs; and performs other duties as directed by Bar Counsel. Applicants should be able to manage a substantial case load independently and must possess excellent research, analytical and writing skills.  The ideal candidate will have at least seven years litigation experience. 

Starting salary range $83,550 - $93,550. Benefits include medical insurance and pension plan. 

Email resume and 2 writing samples to nancy.larocque@agc.maryland.gov.  Resume must be received by close of business 8/2/17.

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https://oag.dc.gov/page/supervisory-and-staff-attorney-positions

The DC Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is hiring for several supervisory and staff attorney positions.  See the link above for details and instructions to apply.

• Trial Attorney, Public Advocacy Division (#17-039, Closing: 06/23/17)
• Trial Attorney, Public Advocacy Division (#17-040, Closing: 06/26/17)
• Trial Attorney, Public Advocacy Division (#17-038, Closing:06/22/17)
• Assistant Deputy Attorney General, Public Advocacy Division (#17-037, Closing: 06/22/17)
• Attorney Advisor, Legal Counsel Division (#17-036, Closing: 06/13/17)

Founded in 1975, Legal Counsel for the Elderly champions the dignity and rights of vulnerable Washington, D.C. seniors, 60 and older, providing free legal and social work services to those in need — empowering, defending and protecting.

LCE staff help 6,000+ clients each year in many areas of civil law. Attorneys represent seniors facing foreclosures, evictions, and consumer fraud. LCE handles Medicaid and Social Security cases, provides benefits checkups to assure that seniors and Veterans are receiving the benefits they are due, prepares Wills and Powers of Attorney, and educates elders in ways to avoid Medicare and Medicaid fraud. Clients come to LCE directly through the LCE Legal Hotline, they are referred by partner organizations and the courts, and LCE attorneys, plus its more than 800 volunteers, are regularly in the community meeting elders at senior centers and faith-based organizations. LCE also accommodates homebound seniors by providing legal services in their homes.

LCE houses the office of the D.C. Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which advocates on behalf of seniors in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and those receiving home health care. LCE has a strong relationship with a number of pro bono law firms that assist staff with approximately 600 cases a year. LCE staff testify and make recommendations regarding laws before the D.C. Council that affect seniors, and have been instrumental in bettering conditions for D.C. seniors through assistance with local legislation. More than 40 years after its founding, LCE continues to develop innovative, cost-effective ways to deliver legal services, serving as a model for organizations around the country. LCE is incorporated as a 501(c) (3) and is an affiliate of AARP.

Summary Statement

Performs investigative work and conducts limited research.  Assists with client interviews and reaches out to local government agencies on behalf of LCE clients.  Provides administrative support as required. 

Responsibilities

1. Under the guidance of five consumer unit attorney(s) by performing such tasks as drafting client letters and other documents; limited legal research, assisting with client interviews; placing calls to local government agencies and mortgage lenders on behalf of LCE clients.

2. Performs investigative work, such as gathering evidence, searching records and documents, and/or contacting potential clients and witnesses to gather information.

3. Provides other litigation support, such as managing and maintaining databases to track document production, deposition testimony, class communications, and deadlines.

4. Create and implement systems for identifying and contacting homeowners as potential LCE clients.

5. Responsible for case management database documentation tasks such as: case reporting, case notes, case closures, grant reporting, and timekeeping.

6. Responsible for general administrative functions for the Consumer Unit.

Requirements

Completion of an Associate's Degree, paralegal training, or certificate; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position.

Spanish speaker is a plus.

Benefits Offered

AARP offers competitive benefits with a 401K, 100% company funded pension plan, health, dental, vision and life insurance, STD/LTD, paid vacation and sick, and other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.  AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Learn more about Legal Counsel for the Elderly at http://www.aarp.org/states/dc/LCE.html

Apply Online:   http://careers.aarp.org/ShowJob/Id/1172759/Legal-Administrative-Associate/

Justice in Aging seeks a litigation attorney with five to ten years of experience to join our Washington, D.C. office. The successful candidate will work closely with the Litigation Director and the Litigation Team in developing and pursuing high impact cases that defend the rights of older adults. The litigation attorney will work closely with attorneys in our three offices (Washington, DC, Oakland and Los Angeles) on issues related to health, economic security and preserving the social safety net for seniors.

Justice in Aging (formerly known as the National Senior Citizens Law Center) uses the power of law and our expertise in safety net programs like Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to fight senior poverty. We have a rich tradition of successful, high-impact, strategic advocacy on behalf of the more than 6 million seniors living in poverty in America. Our litigation program has a reputation for successfully using the courts to protect the rights of older adults. We partner with advocates on the ground to monitor legal issues that impact our clients and advance litigation to address problems that arise. In the last decade, Justice in Aging’s litigation team has returned or preserved more than two billion dollars in safety net benefits for seniors and people with disabilities living in poverty. This position presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to this impactful work in a time when the challenges to the safety net seniors rely on could not be greater.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidate review will begin on June 26, 2017. Questions about the position can be directed to Regan Bailey at rbailey@justiceinaging.org.

Responsibilities:

The litigation attorney will handle litigation in federal and state courts, with a focus on federal litigation.

The attorney will have responsibility for the development and prosecution of cases, including research, investigation, discovery, motions practice, trial and appeal. In addition, the attorney will participate in negotiating possible settlements in lieu of trial.

The attorney will work closely with the Litigation Director and members of the Litigation Team, as well as partnering advocates in multiple jurisdictions.

The attorney will work with other Justice in Aging team members to advance other Justice in Aging policy objectives.

As needed, the attorney will supervise other attorneys, pro bono attorneys, fellows and law clerks.

Some travel may be required.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate, with admission in the DC Bar (or eligibility for admission).
• Five to ten years of hands-on litigation experience (may be partially fulfilled with other relevant experience). Experience in the federal bar, in complex system reform litigation and/or a judicial clerkship are highly desirable.
• Familiarity and passion for civil rights protections and public entitlements applicable to older adults (e.g. Medicaid, Social Security, or the Americans with Disabilities Act).
• Commitment to advocating on behalf of marginalized communities.
• Collegial, collaborative approach. Ability to provide technical assistance and legal advice to advocates with competence and generosity of spirit.
• Strong legal writing, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with a high quality work product.

Compensation:

Salary for this position will range from $75,000 to $94,000, based on a fixed salary scale. Justice in Aging also offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental and life insurance; flexible reimbursement plan; 403(b) retirement savings plan; and generous vacation policy.

To Apply:

Please submit the following to Katrina Cohens, kcohens@justiceinaging.org: cover letter that describes your interest in this particular position, résumé, one writing sample, and three professional references. In your cover letter, please address the following in order for your application to be considered:

At Justice in Aging we advocate for older adults, particularly those in populations that have traditionally lacked legal protection, such as women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and people with limited English proficiency. To promote social justice and best achieve our mission, Justice in Aging is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal or professional experience or background has prepared you to contribute to a work environment with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Justice in Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a diverse staff and we particularly encourage applications from members of racial and ethnic minority groups, women, the LGBTQ community, and others whose background may contribute to more effective representation of low-income people and underserved communities.

Below is a list of current attorney and legal internship vacancies at the U.S. Department of Justice.  To learn more about Justice and our legal careers, please visit our website: http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers.

At Justice, diversity extends beyond race and gender.  It includes differences in culture, ethnicity, economics, status as a veteran, generations, geography, sexual orientation, and includes individuals with disabilities.  We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in positively contributing to Justice, and hope that you will consider joining the dedicated public servants at the Department of Justice. 

Do You Know any Law Students Interested in a Volunteer Legal Internship at DOJ?  Every year, over 1,800 volunteer legal interns serve in Justice components and U.S. Attorneys’ Offices throughout the country.  Any law student enrolled at least half-time, and who has completed at least one semester of law school, is eligible to apply for a volunteer legal internship.

DOJ offices recruit for legal interns through vacancy announcements posted on the DOJ Legal Careers web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-internship-opportunities.  Each announcement lists the applicable deadlines and requirements and students interested in volunteer internships at DOJ for spring and summer 2016 should apply now.  Students apply directly to each office in which they have an interest.  For more information, please watch our brief video with three tips for securing a legal internship at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/video/top-3-tips-secure-legal-internship-us-department-justice and visit our web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-legal-internships.

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