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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.

More info and application here: http://www.afj.org/about-afj/jobs/bolder-advocacy-elections-counsel

Position Summary

This is a newly created position that requires an innovative thinker interested in developing and implementing a program to support increased nonprofit involvement in electoral activities, including voter mobilization and ballot measure efforts. The 2016 election cycle offers many opportunities for organizations to mobilize and educate voters, candidates, and policymakers, and we want to significantly increase our ability to help nonprofits be smarter, bolder, and more effective in their electoral work. The Elections Counsel will play an a vital role in educating groups (and their funders) to maximize 501(c)(3) advocacy activities, smartly collaborate with non-c3s, and consider establishing 501(c)(4)s. In addition, this position will work to strengthen and expand a more robust 501(c)(4) infrastructure allowing organizations to have a greater impact in elections.

The position will be part of AFJ’s Bolder Advocacy Initiative. The Elections Counsel reports to the Bolder Advocacy Legal Director in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Develop resources (such as fact sheets, articles, op-eds, case studies, sample documents, best practices tool kits) for affiliated c3 and c4 organizations, public charities considering establishing affiliated c4s, c4s, and funders.
• Convene c4s to discuss best practices, resource needs, trends, and key questions.
• Work with funders and potential funders to encourage more c4 funding.
• Participate in federal tax and federal election law public policy and other subjects as they may arise, including lobbying, preparing regulatory comments, and writing occasional amicus briefs.
• Collaborate with other organizations to deliver appropriate program content.
• Work with AFJ’s California, Texas, and DC staff on program activities and special events.
• Conduct workshops for nonprofit organizations and foundations on federal tax and federal election rules governing their ability to participate in public policy. Also be active in the publicity/outreach needed to produce the desired audience for workshops.
• Provide technical assistance to nonprofits and foundations on federal tax and federal election law.
• Represent the organization at conferences of nonprofits and foundations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Law degree, bar membership and at least 2-5 years of experience as a practicing attorney or advocate working with c4 organizations.
• Knowledge of federal tax and election law; some familiarity with state lobbying and elections law and experience lobbying for a nonprofit a plus.
• Experience conducting training programs and working with coalitions.
• Experience with lobbying or nonprofit advocacy programs preferred
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to write clearly and quickly.
• Strong collaborator, and able to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Travel approximately 40-50 days per year.
• Ability to work with a wide range of individuals and interests.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Commitment to social justice causes.
• Sense of humor.

The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program has an opening for a Managing Attorney (MA).  The Managing Attorney (MA) plans and oversees legal clinics and other projects for the Pro Bono Program to deliver pro bono legal information, advice and representation to low-income individuals in the District of Columbia, and has substantive expertise in consumer and/or housing law.  This position supervises the Program Specialist (PS).  The MA reports to the Assistant Director, D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program (AD-PBP).

Under the Bar’s compensation structure, this position is in the Legal Job Family at the Manager/ Lead Specialist Level.  This is an exempt position.  Salary is commensurate with experience. The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program has an excellent benefit package.

This is not an attempt to list all essential functions of this position. It is recognized that job duties may change over time, based on the Bar’s needs.

Interested individuals must upload a cover letter, resume and salary requirements in one document to: https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=634331

The EEOC's Office of Legal Counsel is currently recruiting an attorney advisor to staff its divisions that coordinate with other federal agencies and that develop policy under Title VII, the ADEA, and the EPA. 
 
The EEOC website links to this listing and other open EEOC jobs at www.eeoc.gov (see the right hand side of the home page, with the icon identified as "EEOC is Hiring @USAJOBS"). 
 

This listing is for an "Attorney-Advisor (Civil Rights)" and we will accept applications until 4/1/2015.

Troutman Sanders LLP is looking for a Business Development Coordinator for their Washington DC office. This position provides day-to-day support for marketing and business development projects and initiatives for several cross-office practices, including the Finance and Insurance sections, as well as general DC office marketing needs. This position will directly report to the DC Senior Business Development Manager. Exceptional responsiveness and a client service oriented attitude is required as well as the ability to work with various practice areas, including practice leaders, attorneys and teammates across multiple offices.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelors Degree. Prior law firm, professional services firm, or non-profit organization experience is preferred. In addition, the candidate should have strong interpersonal, planning/organizational, and writing skills.  Experience Level: 1+ years

Additional information:  http://www.troutmansanders.com/careers/paralegals/staffopenings/

Troutman Sanders LLP is looking for a mid to senior level associate with specific experience in mortgage compliance, consumer finance and state consumer credit and debt collection. Preferred experience includes work with mortgage and consumer finance companies, collection agencies and real estate brokers. A focus in matters concerning regulations such as the Real Estate Reporting Act (RESPA), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Fair Housing Act (FairHA), the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) is also preferred. Candidates must have superior writing ability, maturity, good communication skills and a minimum of 3 years experience. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the U.S. and in good standing, with a preference for the Virginia State Bar. This position may be based out of the firm’s Richmond, Virginia Beach, or Washington, DC office.

Please email resume, cover letter, and transcripts to lauren.deacon@troutmansanders.com.

1) CAPAL is looking for a Legal Counsel

1) ACLU of Delaware - Staff Attorney/Legislative Counsel

The Delaware ACLU affiliate seeks a lawyer with 5 – 10 years of experience, including litigation, to start as staff attorney and legislative counsel. 

The lawyer will be based in Wilmington.  We’re thirty miles south of Philadelphia, approximately two hours from New York City and Washington, D.C.

Details are available at http://www.aclu-de.org/about-us/jobs/. 

2) Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board - Attorney-Advisor (Employee Relations/Ethics)

Details are available at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/391019100. 

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is widely considered to be one of the best retirement plans in the world and a model for defined contribution plans.  We are seeking a champion for its continual improvement.

The FRTIB is an Independent Federal Agency responsible for administering the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).  We help Federal employees and members of the Uniformed Services retire with dignity by providing benefits similar to private sector qualified retirement plans.  The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is widely considered to be one of the best retirement plans in the world and a model for defined contribution plans.

3) District of Columbia Bar - Director, Continuing Legal Education (CLE)