Lambda Legal
Senior Attorney or Counsel
Lambda Legal, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Position : Senior Attorney or CounselDepartment : LegalOffice Location : The ideal candidate is located in Atlanta, GAWork Type Designation : HybridGenerally, employees can live in any of the states that fall within the Combined Statistical Area (CSA) boundaries of their Office of Record as long as they reside within three (3) hours of their Office of Record by ground transportation or ferry. Exceptions may be possible. These states include California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Washington, D.C.Work from Office and Hybrid employees must be able to commute to the Regional Office as their schedule demands.Report To : Senior CounselUnion Status :
L7 or L8. This is a union positionAnnual Salary Range :L7 = $98,154 - $132,044L8 = $117,981 - $145,249The salary for this role will be based on a step scale and will be determined by a candidate's years of relevant experience related to the position, as well as their geographic region.Travel :
Up to 30%FLSA Status : Full-Time / Exempt
Who We AreLambda Legal is a national advocacy organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights for the LGBTQ+ community and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education, and public policy work. Since 1973, Lambda Legal has used impact litigation and other advocacy tools to decriminalize same-sex relationships; challenge discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV in the workplace, in the home, in schools, in health care, and in the military; and protect LGBTQ+ families, including by winning and defending marriage equality. Our clients are not charged for legal representation or advocacy and Lambda Legal receives no government funding. Headquartered in New York City, Lambda Legal also has regional offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Washington, DC.
We believe that serving the full breadth of the LGBTQ+ and HIV communities requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds. To be successful, we must approach our work with an understanding that discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status is not the only obstacle to achieving full formal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV; rather, we recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination, specifically including biases based on race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, education, and class. Considering this reality, we prioritize a proactive commitment to counteracting these biases and their compounding effects in the work we do, but also in how we work together as an organization.
Senior Attorney or CounselSenior Attorneys and Counsels at Lambda Legal engage in cutting-edge impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education furthering Lambda Legal's mission. The Senior Attorney or Counselwill work independently and collaboratively to help serve Lambda Legal's Southern Regional Office and to further the mission of Lambda Legal nationwide.
What you'll do:This Lambda Legal attorney position is responsible for four major areas of work:Impact Litigation
Devise legal theories and litigation strategyIdentify and cultivate litigation opportunities, whether from our Legal Help Desk, referrals from private attorneys, media accounts, in response to government action, or other sourcesConduct litigation in trial and appellate courts with a high degree of independenceProvide amicus curiae support through brief writing and coordinationConsult with private lawyers who are handling matters related to Lambda Legal's areas of expertisePreparing deposition and trial materials in office when needed with Legal team members
Public Policy
Conceptualize and draft legislative and administrative proposals affecting the LGBTQ+ community and/or people living with HIVTrack and analyze relevant proposals by others, often under significant time pressureProvide testimony, administrative and regulatory comments, and letters of support or opposition concerning policy proposalsWork with stakeholders at the local, state, and national levels including elected and appointed officials, community leaders, and partner organizations to support or oppose policy proposals
Education, Engagement, and Outreach
Cultivate relationships with key coalition partners and allied organizationsPursue opportunities to share Lambda Legal's organizational expertise, including by speaking at legal conferences, participating in continuing legal education programs, giving interviews to print, radio, television, and web reporters, and engaging in other public speaking
Cross-Department Collaboration
Work collaboratively with colleagues in Lambda Legal's Communications and Development Departments to advance knowledge about and gain support for Lambda Legal's efforts to secure full legal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV
Who you are:With the understanding that no one person will offer every desired skill and characteristic outlined below, compelling candidates will offer much of the following:
J.D. degree and admission to practice law in Georgia.Minimum of six years of experience practicing law to be considered for the Senior Attorney title or a minimum of nine years of experience practicing law to be considered for the Counsel title.Strong written and oral advocacy skills, including the ability to address legal and other complex issues in clear, persuasive terms for a wide variety of audiencesCreativity, tenacity, and leadership capacity to develop and execute strategies to advance Lambda Legal's missionCultural competency and a commitment to addressing the mutually reinforcing forms of discrimination that exist in our society, including discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, immigration status, disability, education and class; successful candidates will demonstrate their appreciation of why we prioritize stopping these forms of discrimination within our work to end discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV statusAbility to skillfully and empathetically interact with and counsel clients from the broad range of communities that Lambda Legal serves, including communities of color, immigrant communities, and lower-income communitiesAbility to operate with a high level of independence and initiative, to work well with others, to meet deadlines, and to manage stressful situations with equanimityPrior work on behalf of LGBTQ+ people and/or people living with HIV and/or experience working with other historically marginalized communities is preferredTrial experience is a plusTeaching or training experience is a plusLeadership or supervisory experience of other legal professionals is a plusSpanish language proficiency is a plusSuccessful candidates will welcome the opportunity to work in a racially- and gender-diverse environment and to contribute to a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Working at Lambda Legal requires a demonstrated awareness of and commitment to the concerns of the breadth of the communities that Lambda Legal serves. Prior work on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community and/or people living with HIV is highly desirable. Experience working with other historically marginalized communities (in a professional or volunteer capacity) is also desirable.All employees at Lambda Legal are expected to adhere to ethical conduct in all interactions and tasks, ensuring a positive and respectful workplace environment.
Why Work at Lambda Legal?You get to do meaningful, life-changing work at a national level for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV. Lambda Legal also proudly offers competitive benefits for our team. We understand that our staff's dedication and effort are instrumental in achieving our mission. A highlight of the benefits we offer include:Medical benefits that begin on your start dateDental, Vision, and Life insurance (effective 30 days from your start date)Short & Long-Term Disability plans (effective 30 days from your start date)403(b) Retirement Plan (employer contribution and matching program begins after 90 days of employment)Paid Time Off:
Paid Vacation (15 Days)Sick Leave (12 Days)Personal Leave (3 Days)Religious Observance Leave (3 Days)Bereavement and Bereavement Anniversary LeaveFloating Holiday (1 Day)
12 paid holidays and 5 early office closuresFlexible Spending Account (FSA/DC FSA) and Commuter BenefitsHealth Reimbursement Account$50 monthly mobile phone reimbursementSummer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor DayPremium subscription to the Calm AppPaid sabbatical after 7 years of service at Lambda Legal (4 weeks for non-exempt positions and 8 weeks for exempt positions)________
Read more about Lambda Legal's work on our blog and Instagram.
Lambda Legal believes in creating a more equitable playing field for applicants and values the depth of relevant skills built through successful education, work, and life experiences. If your background and skills are a close match for this position, you are strongly encouraged to apply.
Lambda Legal is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range of LGBTQ+, HIV-affected and allied communities, and is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Lambda Legal encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, disability, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender and gender-diverse people, women, people with abilities in multiple languages, immigrants, people living with disabilities, protected veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals living with HIV are all encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
L7 or L8. This is a union positionAnnual Salary Range :L7 = $98,154 - $132,044L8 = $117,981 - $145,249The salary for this role will be based on a step scale and will be determined by a candidate's years of relevant experience related to the position, as well as their geographic region.Travel :
Up to 30%FLSA Status : Full-Time / Exempt
Who We AreLambda Legal is a national advocacy organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights for the LGBTQ+ community and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education, and public policy work. Since 1973, Lambda Legal has used impact litigation and other advocacy tools to decriminalize same-sex relationships; challenge discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV in the workplace, in the home, in schools, in health care, and in the military; and protect LGBTQ+ families, including by winning and defending marriage equality. Our clients are not charged for legal representation or advocacy and Lambda Legal receives no government funding. Headquartered in New York City, Lambda Legal also has regional offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and Washington, DC.
We believe that serving the full breadth of the LGBTQ+ and HIV communities requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds. To be successful, we must approach our work with an understanding that discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status is not the only obstacle to achieving full formal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV; rather, we recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination, specifically including biases based on race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, education, and class. Considering this reality, we prioritize a proactive commitment to counteracting these biases and their compounding effects in the work we do, but also in how we work together as an organization.
Senior Attorney or CounselSenior Attorneys and Counsels at Lambda Legal engage in cutting-edge impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education furthering Lambda Legal's mission. The Senior Attorney or Counselwill work independently and collaboratively to help serve Lambda Legal's Southern Regional Office and to further the mission of Lambda Legal nationwide.
What you'll do:This Lambda Legal attorney position is responsible for four major areas of work:Impact Litigation
Devise legal theories and litigation strategyIdentify and cultivate litigation opportunities, whether from our Legal Help Desk, referrals from private attorneys, media accounts, in response to government action, or other sourcesConduct litigation in trial and appellate courts with a high degree of independenceProvide amicus curiae support through brief writing and coordinationConsult with private lawyers who are handling matters related to Lambda Legal's areas of expertisePreparing deposition and trial materials in office when needed with Legal team members
Public Policy
Conceptualize and draft legislative and administrative proposals affecting the LGBTQ+ community and/or people living with HIVTrack and analyze relevant proposals by others, often under significant time pressureProvide testimony, administrative and regulatory comments, and letters of support or opposition concerning policy proposalsWork with stakeholders at the local, state, and national levels including elected and appointed officials, community leaders, and partner organizations to support or oppose policy proposals
Education, Engagement, and Outreach
Cultivate relationships with key coalition partners and allied organizationsPursue opportunities to share Lambda Legal's organizational expertise, including by speaking at legal conferences, participating in continuing legal education programs, giving interviews to print, radio, television, and web reporters, and engaging in other public speaking
Cross-Department Collaboration
Work collaboratively with colleagues in Lambda Legal's Communications and Development Departments to advance knowledge about and gain support for Lambda Legal's efforts to secure full legal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV
Who you are:With the understanding that no one person will offer every desired skill and characteristic outlined below, compelling candidates will offer much of the following:
J.D. degree and admission to practice law in Georgia.Minimum of six years of experience practicing law to be considered for the Senior Attorney title or a minimum of nine years of experience practicing law to be considered for the Counsel title.Strong written and oral advocacy skills, including the ability to address legal and other complex issues in clear, persuasive terms for a wide variety of audiencesCreativity, tenacity, and leadership capacity to develop and execute strategies to advance Lambda Legal's missionCultural competency and a commitment to addressing the mutually reinforcing forms of discrimination that exist in our society, including discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, immigration status, disability, education and class; successful candidates will demonstrate their appreciation of why we prioritize stopping these forms of discrimination within our work to end discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV statusAbility to skillfully and empathetically interact with and counsel clients from the broad range of communities that Lambda Legal serves, including communities of color, immigrant communities, and lower-income communitiesAbility to operate with a high level of independence and initiative, to work well with others, to meet deadlines, and to manage stressful situations with equanimityPrior work on behalf of LGBTQ+ people and/or people living with HIV and/or experience working with other historically marginalized communities is preferredTrial experience is a plusTeaching or training experience is a plusLeadership or supervisory experience of other legal professionals is a plusSpanish language proficiency is a plusSuccessful candidates will welcome the opportunity to work in a racially- and gender-diverse environment and to contribute to a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Working at Lambda Legal requires a demonstrated awareness of and commitment to the concerns of the breadth of the communities that Lambda Legal serves. Prior work on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community and/or people living with HIV is highly desirable. Experience working with other historically marginalized communities (in a professional or volunteer capacity) is also desirable.All employees at Lambda Legal are expected to adhere to ethical conduct in all interactions and tasks, ensuring a positive and respectful workplace environment.
Why Work at Lambda Legal?You get to do meaningful, life-changing work at a national level for LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV. Lambda Legal also proudly offers competitive benefits for our team. We understand that our staff's dedication and effort are instrumental in achieving our mission. A highlight of the benefits we offer include:Medical benefits that begin on your start dateDental, Vision, and Life insurance (effective 30 days from your start date)Short & Long-Term Disability plans (effective 30 days from your start date)403(b) Retirement Plan (employer contribution and matching program begins after 90 days of employment)Paid Time Off:
Paid Vacation (15 Days)Sick Leave (12 Days)Personal Leave (3 Days)Religious Observance Leave (3 Days)Bereavement and Bereavement Anniversary LeaveFloating Holiday (1 Day)
12 paid holidays and 5 early office closuresFlexible Spending Account (FSA/DC FSA) and Commuter BenefitsHealth Reimbursement Account$50 monthly mobile phone reimbursementSummer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor DayPremium subscription to the Calm AppPaid sabbatical after 7 years of service at Lambda Legal (4 weeks for non-exempt positions and 8 weeks for exempt positions)________
Read more about Lambda Legal's work on our blog and Instagram.
Lambda Legal believes in creating a more equitable playing field for applicants and values the depth of relevant skills built through successful education, work, and life experiences. If your background and skills are a close match for this position, you are strongly encouraged to apply.
Lambda Legal is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range of LGBTQ+, HIV-affected and allied communities, and is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Lambda Legal encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, disability, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender and gender-diverse people, women, people with abilities in multiple languages, immigrants, people living with disabilities, protected veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals living with HIV are all encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr