Trial Attorney

Overview

A civil rights organization is seeking a Trial Attorney to join their legal team. This role involves handling litigation related to civil rights, with a focus on issues affecting American Muslims.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other attorneys as part of trial teams
• Manage all aspects of trial proceedings, including fact investigation, working with expert witnesses, serving and responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting briefs, conducting trials, and presenting oral arguments in federal, state, local courts, and administrative hearings
• Participate in appellate litigation
• Engage in alternative dispute resolution and settlement negotiations; recommend settlements when appropriate
• Deliver speaking engagements on civil rights issues impacting the American Muslim community
• Provide training and coaching to staff as requested
• Attend continuing legal education seminars and stay updated on legal developments
• Travel and weekend work as needed

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in any jurisdiction
• Minimum of three years of legal experience, preferably including appellate practice
• Strong knowledge of civil rights law
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines independently and collaboratively
• No disciplinary actions on record or pending
• Understanding of civil rights issues related to American Muslims
• Passion for civil rights advocacy
• Proficiency in a language other than English is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $95,000 annually
• Exempt, full-time position
• Work hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Location

• Position based in Washington, DC
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and reside in one of the following states: Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.