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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jan 24, 26
Contract, Full-time 8 views Experience : Max 3 yrs required
Job Tags:
First Amendment health insurance Privacy
Job Tags:
First Amendment health insurance Privacy

Job Title: Legal Fellowship Job Responsibilities: - Focus on First Amendment issues. - Engage in legal matters primarily involving libel, invasion of privacy, and protection of confidential sources and materials. Education and Experience Information: - The text does not specify particular educational or experience requirements, but given the nature of the fellowship, a background in law, particularly with an emphasis on First Amendment issues, would likely be relevant

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Legal Extern (Spring 2027)

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Sep 10, 26
Full-time 26 views
Practice Area:
Litigation - Public Interest Litigation - Civil Rights Litigation - First Amendment
Practice Area:
Litigation - Public Interest Litigation - Civil Rights Litigation - First Amendment

What We Are Looking For  Public Justice seeks to hire four legal externs for the Spring 2027 semester, one in each of our four project must be able to secure academic credit for their externship with Public each externwill focus on a single project area, they may work in other project areas as need and opportunity arise. Our four project areas are:  The

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Posted On Jun 01, 26
Full-time 5 views Experience : Min 10 yrs required
Practice Area:
Government Contracts Finance - Financial Services Regulation Government - General Finance - General
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action artificial intelligence bid protests criminal data security equity Ethics False Claims Act Government government affairs government procurement Hardware information technology lobbying local government Privacy public sector spectrum technology transactions
Practice Area:
Government Contracts Finance - Financial Services Regulation Government - General Finance - General
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action artificial intelligence bid protests criminal data security equity Ethics False Claims Act Government government affairs government procurement Hardware information technology lobbying local government Privacy public sector spectrum technology transactions

Job Title Senior Counsel, Public Sector Job Responsibilities The Senior Counsel, Public Sector, is responsible for supporting the **Members Only.** for Government business, focusing on compliance and contracting issues related to government sales. This role involves addressing a wide range of legal issues, including: - Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Compliance - Contract Review and Negotiation - Bid Protests and Claims Management - Ethics and Compliance tailored to federal

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Posted On Jun 01, 26
Full-time 12 views Experience : Min 6 yrs required
Practice Area:
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy, etc.) Litigation - White Collar Crime & Government Investigations Litigation - Anti-corruption and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act - Plaintiffs
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct domestic partner evidence family FINRA Insurance invention Litigation Securities spouse
Practice Area:
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy, etc.) Litigation - White Collar Crime & Government Investigations Litigation - Anti-corruption and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act - Plaintiffs
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct domestic partner evidence family FINRA Insurance invention Litigation Securities spouse

Job Title: Counsel, Enforcement Job Responsibilities: - Resolve non-complex Enforcement matters through rigorous assessment and effective advocacy. - Execute a risk-based legal strategy to assess records fairly and recommend fair and effective outcomes. - Identify potential risks, defenses, individual liability, and Principal Considerations. - Effectively negotiate settlements, demonstrating knowledge of the record and familiarity with the law and potential defenses. - Contr

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Posted On Jun 02, 26
Full-time 7 views Experience : 2-5 yrs required
Practice Area:
Criminal Law - Defense
Job Tags:
civil litigation criminal health insurance Litigation
Practice Area:
Criminal Law - Defense
Job Tags:
civil litigation criminal health insurance Litigation

Position Announcement: Staff Attorney Organization Summary The organization is an innovative and progressive non-profit organization located in Washington, . It is dedicated to achieving systemic change through litigation across the United States. The mission of the organization is to end wealth-based inequality within the criminal justice system by combining impact litigation with outreach and communications efforts. For a sampling of the organization's current cases an

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Posted On Jun 02, 26
Full-time 4 views Experience : Min 3 yrs required
Practice Area:
Government and Government Relations Administrative Law Government - General
Job Tags:
Administrative Law Administrative Procedure Act Litigation partnerships Women
Practice Area:
Government and Government Relations Administrative Law Government - General
Job Tags:
Administrative Law Administrative Procedure Act Litigation partnerships Women

Job Title: Staff Attorney / Senior Attorney Job Responsibilities: Regulatory Monitoring and Advocacy: - Support the Director of Regulatory Affairs & Legal Research in monitoring federal regulatory activity, including proposed rules, executive actions, and other administrative actions. - Analyze proposed rulemakings and administrative actions to identify opportunities for engagement. - Draft public comments, responses to requests for information, and other regulatory submiss

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Contract, Full-time 5 views
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal equity family Freedom of Religion Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title Women
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Collective Bargaining criminal equity family Freedom of Religion Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title Women

Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship Job Responsibilities: The role of the Legal Fellow at the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Center for Liberty involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at advancing the mission of the organization. The Fellow will report to the Center Director and may work on several priority issues such as veterans' rights, family regulation, and combating religious-based discrimination. Specific duties include: - Conducting legal research and analysis to deve

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Contract, Full-time 3 views
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal Criminal Defense equity Incarceration Litigation Privacy Right to Vote special projects Statutory Law title
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Collective Bargaining criminal Criminal Defense equity Incarceration Litigation Privacy Right to Vote special projects Statutory Law title

Job Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship, Abortion Criminal Defense Initiative (ACDI) Job Responsibilities: The role of the Legal Fellow in the Abortion Criminal Defense Initiative (ACDI) involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities aimed at supporting the defense against the criminalization of abortion care. The Fellow will report to the ACDI Director and focus on two primary goals: supporting network defense counsel in providing direct representation for those fac

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Contract, Full-time 7 views
Job Tags:
ADA Collective Bargaining criminal equity Guardianship hospitals Incarceration Litigation nursing homes pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title
Job Tags:
ADA Collective Bargaining criminal equity Guardianship hospitals Incarceration Litigation nursing homes pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title

Job Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship Job Responsibilities: The Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity for rising third-year law students and law graduates to work as a Legal Fellow with the Disability Rights Program of the organization. The Fellow will be responsible for developing and pursuing a litigation and advocacy project that intersects disability rights and civil liberties. Key areas of focus for potential Fellowship projects include: -

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Contract, Full-time 7 views
Job Tags:
agreements Collective Bargaining criminal deportation equity First Amendment Immigration Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title zoning laws
Job Tags:
agreements Collective Bargaining criminal deportation equity First Amendment Immigration Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote special projects title zoning laws

Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship Job Responsibilities: The National Prison Project (NPP) is seeking rising third-year law students and recent law graduates for a fellowship sponsorship. The Fellow will report to the Deputy Project Director and will work on existing cases while focusing on their fellowship project to advance the body of law for incarcerated people. The candidate will be responsible for: - Conducting legal research and analysis and developing theories

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Full-time 6 views
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal equity Freedom of Religion Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote Separation of Church and State special projects title
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal equity Freedom of Religion Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote Separation of Church and State special projects title

Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship Job Title: Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: - Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. - Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. - Interview witnesses and potential clients. - Participate in discovery and trial practice. - Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. - Provide support and assistance to organization affiliates and

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 08, 26
Contract, Full-time 3 views
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal equity Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote title
Job Tags:
Collective Bargaining criminal equity Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote title

Title: Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship Job Title: Legal Fellow Job Responsibilities: - Reporting to a Co-Director, the Legal Fellow will focus on identifying and briefing cutting-edge cases of constitutional importance in state supreme courts and, when appropriate, other state courts. - Devote significant time to litigation matters and projects aimed at expanding access to justice, establishing robust state constitutional equality protections, and promoting democracy and c

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Posted On Jun 09, 26
Full-time 9 views Experience : Min 3 yrs required
Practice Area:
Corporate - Compliance Corporate - General
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct corporate governance domestic partner family FINRA Insurance invention Partnership Securities securities laws spouse
Practice Area:
Corporate - Compliance Corporate - General
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct corporate governance domestic partner family FINRA Insurance invention Partnership Securities securities laws spouse

Job Title: Specialist, Corporate Governance Job Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive legal and regulatory research on corporate governance practices and procedures. - Synthesize complex findings into authoritative research summaries and policy recommendations for internal and external requests. - Draft and proofread all deliverables to ensure documentation accuracy. - Serve as a liaison for the Office of Corporate Secretary (OCS), ensuring timely and accurate production

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Posted On Jun 10, 26
Full-time 23 views Experience : 2-4 yrs required
Practice Area:
Nonprofit / Charities Law
Job Tags:
Administrative Law affordable housing board of directors Collective Bargaining contracts corporate governance Corporate Law Corporation criminal directors Employment Law
Practice Area:
Nonprofit / Charities Law
Job Tags:
Administrative Law affordable housing board of directors Collective Bargaining contracts corporate governance Corporate Law Corporation criminal directors Employment Law

Job Title: Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Advise organization staff on a wide range of legal and financial matters that impact the agency’s day-to-day operations. This includes areas such as Internal Revenue Code requirements for tax-exempt organizations, nonprofit corporate law, compliance, corporate governance matters, affordable housing development deals, and staffing nonprofit board of directors. - Provide guidance on employment law issues, including union matt...

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 10, 26
Full-time 12 views Experience : Min 10 yrs required
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct domestic partner family FINRA Insurance invention Securities spouse
Job Tags:
Affirmative Action child Code of Conduct domestic partner family FINRA Insurance invention Securities spouse

Job Title: Senior Director, Market Strategy & Research Job Responsibilities: The Senior Director, Market Strategy & Research is tasked with providing critical leadership in proactive regulatory risk assessment and the development of regulatory strategy. This role is crucial for the Surveillance department to effectively develop regulatory strategies informed by market conditions and developments, as well as achieving the department's goals and priorities. Key responsibilitie

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Attorney in Washington, DC

Public Interest • **Members Only** Washington, DC

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Posted On Jun 15, 26
Contract, Full-time 9 views
Job Tags:
appellate Campaign Finance election law Ethics family Government Insurance Litigation partnerships pleadings Right to Vote Rule of Law
Job Tags:
appellate Campaign Finance election law Ethics family Government Insurance Litigation partnerships pleadings Right to Vote Rule of Law

Job Title: Public Interest Fellowship (Fall 2027) Job Responsibilities: - Conduct legal research and analysis to develop theories for new litigation or advocacy projects. - Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs. - Draft and edit public education and advocacy materials. - Participate in all levels of trial and appellate practice as needed. - Help manage student interns. - Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences. - Perform other duties

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Posted On Jun 15, 26
Full-time 20 views Experience : Min 7 yrs required
Practice Area:
Environmental and Land Use - General Environmental Law - Litigation - Plaintiffs
Job Tags:
Civil Rights clean energy Environmental Law Litigation Partnership Pollution
Practice Area:
Environmental and Land Use - General Environmental Law - Litigation - Plaintiffs
Job Tags:
Civil Rights clean energy Environmental Law Litigation Partnership Pollution

Job Title Two-Year Project Attorney, Healthy States Project Job Responsibilities - Conduct legal research in various fields, primarily focusing on environmental law. - Identify and develop novel legal advocacy approaches to advance the mission of the organization. - Support litigation efforts in state courts aimed at increasing protections from toxic exposure and holding polluters accountable. - Conduct administrative analysis and advocate before state and local govern

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Posted On Jun 15, 26
Full-time 7 views Experience : Min 1 yrs required
Practice Area:
Adoption Law Divorce Law Family Law - General
Job Tags:
agreements appellate child equity family Family Law mother Software title
Practice Area:
Adoption Law Divorce Law Family Law - General
Job Tags:
agreements appellate child equity family Family Law mother Software title

JOB TITLE: Paralegal JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Paralegal at the organization is responsible for supporting its legal program under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. The core responsibilities include: - Providing paralegal support across various legal program areas, such as CFSA investigation defense, Child Protection Register expungement, CFSA administrative and appellate matters, and a tax clinic. - Maintaining and updating client matter records in Clio, i

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Posted On Jun 15, 26
Full-time 14 views Experience : Min 3 yrs required
Practice Area:
Litigation - General (consumer) Litigation - Civil Rights
Job Tags:
family health insurance Litigation pleadings Rule of Law Software special projects
Practice Area:
Litigation - General (consumer) Litigation - Civil Rights
Job Tags:
family health insurance Litigation pleadings Rule of Law Software special projects

Job Title: Paralegal, Litigation Job Responsibilities: The paralegal for the organization plays a crucial role in providing support to the attorneys on the litigation team, focusing on cases that defend democracy, election integrity, and uphold the rule of law. The responsibilities associated with this position include: - Preparing and electronically filing pleadings, motions, and other case documents while ensuring compliance with court rules, deadlines, and jurisdiction-s

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Posted On Jun 18, 26
Contract, Full-time 7 views Experience : Min 1 yrs required
Job Tags:
equity Felony Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote title
Job Tags:
equity Felony Incarceration Litigation pleadings Privacy Right to Vote title

Title: Fall 2026 Legal Intern Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Voting Rights Project will provide critical support in litigation and advocacy. Responsibilities include conducting legal research and analysis for new and active litigation projects, aiding in drafting legal documents such as memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs, and drafting and editing public education and advocacy materials. Interns will also provide support to organization affiliates and

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