https://careers.aila.org Latest AILA Career Center Jobs Tue, 25 May 2021 10:40:40 Z https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14810040/counsel-reproductive-rights-health https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14810040/counsel-reproductive-rights-health Washington, D.C., The Position The National Women’s Law Center seeks a Counsel to join the Reproductive Rights and Health with a focus on contraceptive access issues. The Counsel will support the team’s projects to improve access to contraceptives through legislative and regulatory work at both the federal and state levels. The Counsel will also lead projects designed to bridge federal and state work, through supporting state groups in federal advocacy efforts, connecting state groups and federal policymakers with one another, and facilitating opportunities for state groups to showcase their innovative and proactive work. Responsibilities Conducting legal and policy analysis of federal legislative and administrative proposals, including their specific impact on state program and policies; Drafting written materials, including legislative testimony, talking points, letters, regulatory comments, and other materials; Legal and policy research; Working with federal and state policymakers and advocates, including facilitating connections and partnerships between the federal and state levels; Providing support to state-based advocates and partners; Working in close coordination with key Center staff, including others on the Reproductive Rights and Health team, the Research Team, and the Communications Team, to strategically and collectively further the Center’s work; Contributing to the Reproductive Rights and Health team’s broader work; Representing the Center at coalition meetings and at public events, conferences, and meetings; Travel to states (when conditions allow) to meet with state-based advocates and partners (travel estimated to be approximately 5-10% of time). Key Relationships The Counsel will report directly to the Director of Birth Control Access and will work closely with other staff focused on contraceptive access, as well as other members of the Reproductive Rights and Health Team. May have supervisory opportunities with interns. Compensation & Benefits A minimum salary of $75,074 will be provided to the successful candidate who has at least 2 years of experience directly relevant to this role, consistent with the National Women’s Law Center’s compensation framework. The Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, and four weeks of annual vacation. Classification NWLC recognizes a staff bargaining unit, NWLC United, affiliated with the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union/IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is included in NWLC’s bargaining unit. Specific employment terms are subject to collective bargaining. How to Apply To apply for this position, please forward a resume and cover letter outlining your interests and qualifications. Resumes should include exact start and end dates (month and year) of employment. Please send application materials via e-mail to: rrhcounsel@nwlc.org and include the position title in the subject line. Electronic submissions are preferred. Applications accepted until position is filled. The National Women’s Law Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values a diverse workforce.  We strongly encourage and seek applications from people with disabilities; people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; people of color; and veterans.   Reasonable Accommodations If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email us at dabrams@nwlc.org. The candidate must possess: A law degree and admission to a state bar with ability to waive into the DC Bar if not already admitted; A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience working on advocacy, research, policy formulation, or analysis. Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills; Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and build trust with key stakeholders, especially federal policymakers and state advocates; Outstanding time management and organizational skills, with careful attention to detail; Demonstrated ability to perform well independently with grace under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; Collaborative and collegial approach, and an ability and desire to work in a team-based environment, and an orientation to the work that recognizes and values the contributions of all team members; Demonstrated commitment to centering diversity and equity in executing key responsibilities; A commitment to the mission of the Center, including improving access to contraception and abortion. Additional preferred skills and knowledge: Experience with administrative law and the regulatory process; Knowledge of reproductive rights, health, and justice issues; A minimum salary of $75,074 will be provided to the successful candidate who has at least 2 years of experience directly relevant to this role, consistent with the National Women’s Law Center’s compensation framework. Thu, 13 May 2021 11:05:30 -0400 https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14739884/program-counsel-center-for-legal-advocacy-faculty-development https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14739884/program-counsel-center-for-legal-advocacy-faculty-development Washington, D.C., Founded in 1907, the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) serves as the national forum for attorneys general and their staff to collaboratively address issues important to their work and provides resources to support the work of the offices of attorneys general in protecting the Rule of Law and the United States Constitution. NAAG fosters an environment of “cooperative leadership,” helping attorneys general respond effectively – individually and collectively – to emerging state and federal issues. The  National Attorneys General Training & Research Institute (NAGTRI)  was created in 2007. The NAGTRI mission is to provide high-quality, non-partisan, and innovative training, research, and other developmental resources to support state and territorial attorneys general offices (AGOs). NAGTRI’s services to its member cover a breadth of subject areas and delivery formats. NAGTRI expects to grow and launch numerous new initiatives in the next few years, including an emphasis on online learning opportunities. The NAGTRI vision is to be recognized as the premier national organization for training and research throughout the government legal, law enforcement, and prosecutorial arenas.  NAGTRI’s Center for Legal Advocacy and Faculty Development (CLAFD) provides innovative, legal skills training and resources to support the evolving needs of attorney general offices and supports NAGTRI faculty development and recruitment. CLAFD delivers training courses in various formats: in person and online, live and on-demand, utilizing both experiential (learn-by-doing) and instructional learning. NAAG emphasizes a commitment to professional excellence and the quality of life of its employees. Position CLAFD Program Counsel is responsible for assisting the CLAFD Director in developing and advancing the Center to best serve the attorney general community. Counsel will plan and lead legal skills trainings, develop resources to onboard and develop NAGTRI faculty, and serve as liaison to various NAAG committees as assigned. Creativity, initiative, follow-through, attention to detail, teamwork, and collegiality are the hallmark qualities expected of those holding this position. Frequent domestic travel and some international travel are inherent to this position. CLAFD Program Counsel reports to the CLAFD Director within NAGTRI. Responsibilities Serve as Lead Faculty for NAGTRI legal skills trainings such as Trial Advocacy, Motion Practice, Deposition Skills, and Negotiation Skills; develop new legal skills trainings and update existing trainings based on the evolving needs of the attorney general community; and develop content and materials to supplement NAGTRI legal skills trainings. Create and curate helpful resources for NAGTRI faculty community to develop their teaching and presenting skills. Conduct research and develop content on legal skills-related topics (i.e., evidentiary issues, trial practice) for the benefit of the attorney general community. Write and edit publications in support of the attorney general community. Serve as resident expert in legal areas as assigned. Support NAAG Committees as assigned to include facilitating conference calls, preparing agendas and memos, and following up on action items. Support programming for NAAG conferences as assigned including developing substantive content, identifying speakers and building program agendas. Work with NAGTRI staff to ensure that all trainings and related events comport with NAGTRI procedures. Develop grant applications and manage grants as opportunities arise. Work throughout NAAG to ensure workplace effectiveness in furtherance of the NAAG and NAGTRI Strategic Plans, including through team meetings, retreats, and related assignments. Improve professional expertise by attending professional development sessions and courses that benefit NAAG and NAGTRI. Other tasks as assigned, based on the needs of NAAG.  Education University degree required. Law degree from an accredited law school required. Bar membership in a U.S. jurisdiction. Experience At least five years of litigation experience as an attorney in a dynamic legal environment, preferably that of an attorney general’s office, district attorney’s office, U.S. Attorney’s office, military JAG office, or related state or federal agency. To be considered for an interview, applicants without government legal experience must address in their cover letter how their particular legal experiences will satisfy the requirements of this position. Experience planning and delivering courses for attorneys or law students.  Quality leadership experience in maximizing organizational or individual performance. Preferable, but not required: Experience with online education (as either a teacher or learner). Experience with website design and development. Skills The experience and ability to lead legal skills trainings such as Trial Advocacy, Motion Practice, Deposition Skills, and Negotiation Skills. A demonstrated passion for teaching and/or training. Excellent, demonstrable legal research and writing skills. The ability to work independently with minimal administrative support and as part of a team on special projects or programs. The ability to consistently get along well with others. Technological savviness and a willingness to learn the unknown. Please submit cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7728d2429a9040d1b1a3f76bef9d67d6. Applications received prior May 14, 2021 will be given priority review. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. NAAG is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary commensurate with experience and location. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 18:13:20 -0400 https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14694974/experienced-litigator https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14694974/experienced-litigator washington, D.C., Democracy Forward is seeking an experienced attorney to help carry out our litigation program. The ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of litigation involving federal agencies, including investigating and researching potential claims, drafting complaints, briefs, and supporting documents, and participating in hearings and arguments. Responsibilities Legal claim evaluation : identify and evaluate potential matters for litigation, including novel applications of established legal doctrines and innovative use of little-used statutes. Litigation : serve as lead or co-counsel in proceedings in the federal district courts and the circuit courts of appeals, including advising clients on litigation strategy, risks, and objectives and carrying out all aspects of the litigation. This includes representing Democracy Forward and external clients in litigation handled entirely by Democracy Forward attorneys or co-counseling with law firms or other entities. Legal writing : draft complaints, briefs, and other pleadings as well as FOIA requests and letters to agency Inspectors General. Cross-cutting work : team with Democracy Forward’s public affairs and research specialists to maximize public impact and awareness of our legal actions. Democracy Forward provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Democracy Forward is an equal opportunity employer: women, minorities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that all lawyer positions require a law degree and active membership in the bar of a state or the District of Columbia. Qualifications At least five years of experience litigating cases on behalf of or against the federal government, including arguing in court. Experience working independently and having primary responsibility for matters are plus factors. Familiarity with legal doctrines applicable to litigation involving the Executive Branch. Familiarity with the Administrative Procedure Act, and the ability to analyze and comprehend complex regulatory schemes. Ability to conceive, develop, and execute case ideas. Ability to work with ambiguous or novel legal issues and fact patterns. Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively for legal and lay readers. Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully on a team of attorney and staff professionals. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:19:30 -0400 https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14655103/associate-recruitment-coordinator https://careers.aila.org/jobs/rss/14655103/associate-recruitment-coordinator Washington, D.C., The Washington, DC office of Hogan Lovells US LLP is currently seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Associate Recruitment Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting law student hiring and other legal recruitment efforts.  This individual will work closely with the Washington, DC Recruitment Manager, the U.S. recruiting team, and other departments within the firm to oversee and coordinate recruiting activities, develop strategies appropriate to the office, support Recruiting and Summer Associate Committees, and collaborate on special projects and recruitment initiatives as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Summer Associate Recruitment & Outreach Coordinate law student outreach and pipeline programs for the Washington, DC office and on a national basis for assigned schools. Build and maintain relationships with school career services offices. Register for and coordinate on-campus interviews, job fairs, and other recruiting events at select law schools. Prepare OCI materials for interviewers, coordinate and track follow up activities, and keep school teams informed of status updates. Schedule, coordinate, and troubleshoot all aspects of summer associate candidate virtual and/or in-office interviews as needed, including candidate travel. Keep managers, relevant practice groups, law school team leaders, and recruitment committee members informed of each candidate’s status. Track candidate outcomes, offer outreach, and follow up events (including additional interviews, lunches, dinners and/or receptions). Inform interviewers and other key contacts of outcomes and follow up activity. Communicate with candidates regarding their status as appropriate. Assist with post-season reporting which may include pulling and analyzing metrics, reviewing survey results, preparing interview outcome forms, and updating school summaries. Coordinate the onboarding of new hires by acting as a point person until their arrival, prepare pre-arrival documentation, oversee orientation in collaboration with managers and other coordinators, check in with new hires, and ensure a smooth transition to the firm. Assist with the organization and execution of the Summer Associate Program, including the coordination of summer associate training, events, and social activities, some of which will be held during the evenings and on weekends. Track summer associate work assignments and evaluations and prepare evaluation files for mid-summer and exit evaluations and offer decision meetings. Serve as a contact and information resource for summer associates. Participate as needed with the planning and execution of the US Summer Associate Conference. Communicate with other Associate Recruitment Department members to share local activities and to incorporate into broader department initiatives; Work collaboratively with the Associate Recruitment Department to support and execute other functional areas, special projects, and general department administration as needed. General Update and organize recruitment information, including informational reference materials for internal use by firm personnel. Work with manager to develop and monitor the local recruiting budget. Keep abreast of changes in firm policies and procedures as they apply to the attorney recruitment process and implement changes as needed. Mentor junior team members including assistants and interns. Participate in volunteer activities as outlined in the firm’s Global Citizenship program. Handle additional administrative tasks as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Qualifications Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Strong written and oral communication skills with a service-oriented approach. Must have the ability to communicate and interact with candidates, all levels of firm personnel, and external entities in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to juggle multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities. Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines and be able to work with a high degree of independence. Ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, flexibility, and maintain confidential information at all times. Minimum Qualifications 2+ years of legal or campus recruiting experience in a law firm or professional services environment (law firm experience preferred). Ability to work core hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Must have flexibility to work overtime as needed, particularly from May-August. Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with databases and applicant tracking systems including Symplicity, viRecruit, LawCruit and/or Workday is preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred. This job description sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.  Hogan Lovells is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law. Competitive dependent upon experience Mon, 03 May 2021 10:49:51 -0400