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Capital Area Immigrants’ Rights (CAIR) Coalition

Job Opportunity: Senior Attorney, Detained Children’s Program

CAIR Coalition is the only non-profit organization in the Washington, D.C. area with a legal services program focused on assisting immigrants detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Virginia and Maryland, and unaccompanied immigrant children held in the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement in Virginia. We are seeking a senior attorney in our Detained Children’s Program. The Senior Attorney will focus on provision of direct legal services to detained and released unaccompanied immigrant children, recruitment and mentoring of pro bono attorneys, and training and outreach. This position reports to the Director of the Detained Children’s program.

Responsibilities include:

• Detention work: Conducts regular visits with unaccompanied immigrant children detained in Virginia. Performs Know-Your-Rights presentations and conducts individual intakes with unaccompanied immigrant children at the detention facility. Provide necessary follow-up after intakes to evaluate detainees’ eligibility for relief.  Follow-up may include performing legal research, securing criminal/juvenile delinquency records and obtaining additional information from family members.  
  

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Requirements:

Salary and Benefits:

Commensurate with experience, plus a generous benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, four weeks vacation plus all federal holidays.

Application process:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Nithya Nathan-Pineau at Nithya@caircoalition.org. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, early submissions are encouraged as the position is open immediately. No phone calls please. 

Major, Lindsey & Africa currently has a non-profit client in Washington, DC seeking to hire a Legal Director and a Staff Attorney to advocate on the behalf of American Muslim rights.   The ideal candidate will have civil law litigation experience (3+ years for the staff attorney position and 10+ years for the legal director position) and will be interested in protecting civil rights and religious freedoms in the United States.  The candidates hired will provide litigation impact on programs that help end racial and religious profiling, counter religious hate, and strengthen American Muslim charities.  This is a confidential search.  All interested candidates should e-mail their resume to Avani Patel at avpatel@mlaglobal.com.

NIJC is hiring a Policy Associate!

The National Immigrant Justice Center seeks a Policy Associate to assist in implementing our strategic advocacy on immigration-related issues at the federal, state and local level. NIJC, headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office, promotes the rights of non-citizens through direct legal service, impact litigation, and advocacy. The Policy Associate will report to the Director of Policy and work toward identifying and advancing advocacy priorities and strategies to protect the right of immigrants. The position involves close collaboration with NIJC's direct legal services, litigation, and communications teams, as well as participation in formal and informal coalitions with legal aid, advocacy, and grassroots organizations. We are seeking candidates with outstanding inter-personal skills, a background in immigration law and/or policy, strong writing and analytical skills, and an ability to react strategically in a fast-paced environment. 

A minimum of two years of related professional experience is required, with a graduate degree preferred. The position may be based in Chicago or Washington, D.C. 

For a full listing of job requirements and to apply, visit our website: http://immigrantjustice.org/careers#policy. 

LAW CLERK -

The Democratic staff of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), the chief investigative subcommittee of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, is offering an unpaid legal clerkship to a current law student or recent law graduate for the Spring of 2017.  The law clerk will participate in a variety of projects, including conducting legal research, drafting letters and document requests, as well as preparing memoranda and materials for subcommittee hearings. The clerkship provides a unique opportunity to participate in congressional investigations.  Applicants must be motivated, hard-working, well-organized and have strong written and oral communication skills.  

Interested applicants should apply to this position by emailing a brief cover letter indicating availability, a resume, and brief writing sample.

https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/subcommittees/investigations

2017 Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) Fellowship 

This fellowship, beginning at the end of January 2017, is a 12 month work experience, with the opportunity to extend for an additional year, where the selected fellow will work on research and legal education programs and special initiatives that will directly contribute to the work of this country’s leading diversity and inclusion organization in the legal profession. 

We are seeking applicants with an aptitude and interest in both research and programming, as demonstrated by their academic and professional experiences. Responsibilities will include research and research-related tasks on various projects and initiatives in the areas of diversity and inclusion in law firms, corporate legal departments, the judiciary and others areas of the profession as identified. The fellow will assist in developing, writing and editing research reports for publication on a wide variety of platforms. The successful fellow must have excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to summarize large amounts of information accurately, concisely and clearly. Duties will also include tasks related to the development of education programs and initiatives in the areas of continuing legal education, professional development programs, and diversity/inclusion training. The fellow must be able to work collaboratively with other team members and organizational partners and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and do what is necessary to complete a project and/or execute a successful program. 

The fellowship is a full-time salaried position, with benefits and may require some travel. The fellowship is based in Washington D.C. 

Minimum Requirements: 

 Recent or pending completion of a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school or equivalent post-graduate degree in the social sciences. 

 Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision and be accountable for the accuracy of data and efficacy of programs. 

 Proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word). Proficiency in web-based programs such as Survey Monkey is a plus. 

 Knowledge of various citation methods (specifically Bluebook). Knowledge of AP and Chicago Manual of Style are a plus. 

To Apply: 

1. Cover letter highlighting education experience, skills and salary requirements/requirements, along with an explanation of how this fellowship will contribute to your professional goals; and 

2. A resume along with law school/graduate school transcripts and contact information for three academic and/or professional references; and 

3. At least two writing samples, one short and one long sample. The short writing sample should be 1-5 pages, while the long writing sample 10-15 pages. 

4. The potential start date for the end of January 2017. 

5. The application should be addressed to MCCA Research and sent to research@mcca.com with "2017 MCCA Fellowship" in the subject line. Applications that do not contain the above-listed will not be considered. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible and will be considered on a rolling basis until the fellow is selected. Applicants selected for interviews will be duly notified. Please no inquiries or phone calls. 

6. MCCA is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in both its staff and work.

The Don H. Liu Scholars Program (the “Program”) was founded in 2014 by two past presidents of the Asian American Bar Association of New York.  The Program seeks to identify and cultivate future Asian American leaders in the legal community to address the single most important reality facing Asian American professionals today -- the barrier to advancement.  

This year, the Selection Committee will select up to 3 scholars.  Each scholar will be awarded $15,000 each and have access to prominent mentors, including Don H. Liu, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel of Target Corporation.   Additionally, scholars will have assistance in securing summer internships.  Details and more information about the Program can be found in the online brochure here: Don H. Liu Scholars Program Brochure 

To be eligible for the Program, the applicant must be of Asian descent and be enrolled full-time as a 1L in a law school in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania or the District of Columbia.  Application materials are due on November 18, 2016. For more details on the application process and eligibility requirements, please see the attached application package.  

Please share this opportunity with your students and we encourage all to apply.  If there are any questions, please feel to email Ligee Gu at lgu.donhliuscholars@gmail.com.  

The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to immigration and constitutional law in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context. Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding immigration and the U.S. Constitution in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial.

The position’s primary focus is the broad area of immigration and constitutional law. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of administrative law and budget and appropriations.

The Legislative Attorney prepares objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive and background memoranda and reports on legal issues of national significance; provides personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on legal issues throughout the legislative process; and participates in or leads team research projects and seminars. The Legislative Attorney is expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide legal analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on legal and public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.

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

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Public Interest Division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking one trial attorney for its Government Contracts Section. The incumbent’s primary responsibility will be to defend the District of Columbia in contract disputes filed at the District of Columbia Contract Appeals Board (CAB) and general breach of contract and unjust enrichment claims filed in the D.C. Superior Court. The CAB contractor disputes include, but are not limited to, contractor challenges to terminations for default, requests for equitable adjustments arising from delays, differing site conditions and constructive changes, and general contract payment disputes. The incumbent will also defend the District against petitions for review of CAB bid protest decisions filed in the D.C. Superior Court.

The incumbent will have an individual caseload and will work on various litigation teams. The incumbent will file pleadings, conduct and respond to written and oral discovery, file dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, and conduct trials and contested hearings. There is substantial contact with client agencies as well. The position requires significant knowledge of government contract law, the rules and procedure of the CAB and the D.C. Superior Court, and civil litigation and trial experience. The successful candidate must also have a law degree, excellent research and writing skills, experience in conducting discovery and prior litigation experience.

ELIGIBILITY: Candidates must have a minimum of three years civil litigation experience including civil trial experience. The successful candidate must have excellent research and writing skills, significant

experience in conducting discovery, including expert discovery, and all aspects of pretrial civil practice, and civil trial experience particularly in the area of government contract litigation.

The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If you are not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, you must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of your appointment.

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love (202-724-7716), Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia (OAG) is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Attorney General for Public Advocacy. The Deputy is the lead attorney in the Public Advocacy Division. This is a new Division within OAG intended to focus and elevate the Office’s affirmative public interest civil litigation practice. Because the Division is new, the Deputy will be responsible for helping to shape the Division and the nature of its work. Specific duties include managing the Housing and Community Justice Section (formerly the Neighborhood and Victim Services Section within the Public Safety Division), led by the Section’s Chief. That Section works with community groups, tenant organizations, and District government agencies to address nuisance properties, litigates cases essential to protecting affordable housing and tenants’ rights, and may expand to litigating cases to protect residents from other abuses such as wage theft.

The Deputy is also responsible for directly managing the work of attorneys litigating in an array of public integrity arenas, including false claims, Medicaid fraud, antitrust, nonprofit organization abuses, and tuition fraud (formerly housed within the Public Integrity Unit of the Public Interest Division). The Deputy is expected to create common policies and exploit synergies between various buckets of affirmative litigation already practiced, as well as to expand upon the work already done by these attorneys in a manner that serves the public interest. The Deputy works closely with the Attorney General and the Chief Deputy Attorney General in the planning, coordination and management of the OAG, including developing and implementing the vision for the Office’s affirmative civil litigation work.

The position is an at-will appointment by the Attorney General of the District of Columbia and is in the Senior Executive Attorney Service (SEAS). Compensation is set by the Attorney General on the LX-2

pay band using a multitude of factors, including prior managerial experience. The selected candidate is required to become a resident of the District of Columbia within 180 days of appointment and remain a District resident during the tenure of the appointment.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate must have at least 8 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in affirmative or otherwise public interest litigation, excellent oral and writing skills, and significant experience supervising legal work, including the day-to-day activities of attorneys and support staff. The candidate should have a creative orientation toward the law and bring innovative thinking to the ways in which OAG can expand its work to meet the needs of District residents.

ELIGIBILITY: The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the candidate must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love (202-724-7716), Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL 

SALARY RANGE: $108,478 – $137,113 Salary in this range will be based on a multitude of factors including applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

OPENING DATE: October 12, 2016

CLOSING DATE: November 2, 2016

WORKSITE LOCATION: Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia Civil Litigation Division, Section II 441 4th Street NW Washington, DC 20001

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking a Chief for Litigation Section II (“Section II”). Section II, along with three other Sections in the Civil Litigation Division, defends the District of Columbia in civil lawsuits brought for monetary damages, ranging in subject matter from slip and falls, motor vehicles accidents, and inmate assaults, to government contracts, police false arrest/use of excessive force, as well as employment cases filed under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA and similar statutes. In addition, Section II also handles cases brought under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”). The Section II Chief’s duties include, but are not limited to: 

 Supervising approximately seven Assistant Attorneys General (“AAG”) in all aspects of civil trial work in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia; 

 Supervising non-attorney staff, including a staff assistant and three paralegals; 

 Ensuring proper case assignment and case transfers to and coverage by AAGs to meet court, mediation, and other schedules or deadlines; 

 Reviewing and approving pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and correspondence; 

 Evaluating cases for settlement purposes and authorizing or recommending settlement amounts;

 Monitoring compliance of AAGs and staff with the Attorney General’s Performance Contract requirements, including response to contacts within 24 hours and successful litigation outcome rates. 

 Reviewing litigation outcomes and make timely recommendation where appellate review is needed; 

 Attending management meetings with the Deputy and Office of the Attorney General as requested, as well as attend such management and other specific meetings with the Agency, its units, or personnel as necessary or requested; 

 Assisting in interviewing, reviewing, evaluating, and, where necessary, disciplining AAGs and staff, in accord with D.C. Rule of Professional Conduct and OAG standards and policies. 

 Maintaining requisite legal, management, inter-agency, human relations, and management-labor knowledge and skills; and 

 Collecting, maintaining, and disseminating timely, accurate and up-to-date data on the Section’s activities. The successful candidate must have a law degree and must be a member of the District of Columbia Bar. The candidate must also have prior managerial experience either as a manager or acting manager of an administrative unit or office or have served on a number of trial teams as the lead counsel, excellent writing and editing skills, prior jury trial experience, and outstanding interpersonal skills. A minimum of seven to ten years of litigation experience is required. Experience in trying complex employment and/or 42 U.S.C. § 1983 lawsuits is highly desirable. Experience with the IDEA is also desirable. 

ELIGIBILITY: The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the candidate must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia. 

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks. HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love (202-724-7716), Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. 

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified. 

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment. 

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit official proof at the time of application. 

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information or political affiliation. 

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. 

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL