ACLU
Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney
ACLU, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
ACLU OF IDAHO SEEKS
STAFF ATTORNEY OR SENIOR STAFF ATTORNEY
Full Time - Exempt Position
The American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho seeks a staff attorney or senior staff attorney to build, file, and litigate complex civil actions in state and federal court and undertake strategic non-litigation legal advocacy. This position will increase our capacity to push forward our affirmative litigation agenda as well as engage in fast-moving, defensive battles against state and local affronts to civil rights and civil liberties. This is the time and the place to be a civil rights attorney. Idahoans’ lives are at stake.
For the next few years, we expect to bring more litigation challenging book bans, attacks on LGBTQ+ people, and restrictions on reproductive health care and gender affirming care. We also intend to attack inadequate education and disproportionate discipline of Native and Latinx children in K-12, discriminatory policing of communities of color, and abuses stemming from state/local law enforcement entanglement with federal immigration authorities. Join us as we grow from one full-time litigator to four over the next few years. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Idaho that reports to the Legal Director. The successful hire must reside in Idaho before employment can begin.
About the ACLU and the ACLU of Idaho:
The ACLU is the nation’s premier guardian of liberty. A nationwide, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, the ACLU is dedicated to defending and expanding civil rights and civil liberties across the country. The ACLU of Idaho is an affiliate of the National ACLU. The ACLU of Idaho combines legal, policy, organizing, and other strategies to maximize impact.
Our staff work in-person at least two days per week in a fast-paced, friendly office in the heart of downtown Boise, Idaho. We are a majority minority staff from all over the country and world and have chosen to make Idaho our home. Our supportive, inclusive, and empowering work culture has created opportunities for staff to grow with and within the organization.
Duties & Responsibilities:
(1)
Legal
Conduct factual and legal research; identify and recruit plaintiffs; interview clients and potential witnesses; prepare memoranda; draft pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and public records requests; conduct discovery, including depositions; argue motions; try cases in federal and state courts; handle appeals and negotiate settlements; oversee implementation of judgments and settlement agreements; and draft amicus briefs in cases of constitutional significance.
Assess requests for legal assistance and identify appropriate cases for legal challenge.
Investigate civil rights/civil liberties complaints that may lead to law reform litigation.
Contribute to case selection, formulating legal strategy, and identifying litigation priorities.
Depending on experience, supervise, lead, or participate in a team of associated attorneys.
(2)
Public Advocacy
Complete legal research projects on legislative proposals, draft and deliver legislative testimony, and draft public education materials as assigned.
Collaborate with policy and advocacy teams as assigned.
Engage with coalition partners, law and policy makers, and community representatives working on similar issues.
Serve as a spokesperson for the ACLU both with the press and as a public speaker.
(3)
Administration, Supervision, and Support
Recruit and supervise law students and interns.
Proactively communicate with all staff so they are well-informed of upcoming hearings, judicial decisions, and important developments in the legal department.
Ensure that the Legal Director and Executive Director are adequately informed of work and solicit direction and input appropriately.
Provide administrative and organizational support as needed and adhere to internal systems for recordkeeping and information sharing.
Engage in special projects and duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
J.D. with litigation experience or a judicial clerkship. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience in constitutional or public interest law.
Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to turn around high-quality work on tight deadlines.
Strong oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize many concurrent tasks and manage a high-volume workload.
Ability to think creatively and use non-litigation strategies to promote objectives.
Willingness to receive and respond to constructive criticism.
Valid driving privileges and willingness to travel across Idaho.
Current admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction at time of hiring.
Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish preferred.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $65,000-85,000 depending on experience. Excellent benefits include 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with an employer match, life and long-term disability insurance, sabbatical eligibility after five years, and generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To Apply:
A resume.
A one- or two-page cover letter that identifies evidence of a clear, strong, and proven commitment to public interest work, describes your litigation experience, and explains how your experience and skills are applicable to the job responsibilities.
Two professional writing samples demonstrating thorough legal analysis and legal writing skills.
Contact information for three references, including two legal references.
Send to: careers@acluidaho.org. Please reference “Staff Attorney” in the email subject line.
If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying, please e-mail careers@acluidaho.org. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups.
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STAFF ATTORNEY OR SENIOR STAFF ATTORNEY
Full Time - Exempt Position
The American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho seeks a staff attorney or senior staff attorney to build, file, and litigate complex civil actions in state and federal court and undertake strategic non-litigation legal advocacy. This position will increase our capacity to push forward our affirmative litigation agenda as well as engage in fast-moving, defensive battles against state and local affronts to civil rights and civil liberties. This is the time and the place to be a civil rights attorney. Idahoans’ lives are at stake.
For the next few years, we expect to bring more litigation challenging book bans, attacks on LGBTQ+ people, and restrictions on reproductive health care and gender affirming care. We also intend to attack inadequate education and disproportionate discipline of Native and Latinx children in K-12, discriminatory policing of communities of color, and abuses stemming from state/local law enforcement entanglement with federal immigration authorities. Join us as we grow from one full-time litigator to four over the next few years. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Idaho that reports to the Legal Director. The successful hire must reside in Idaho before employment can begin.
About the ACLU and the ACLU of Idaho:
The ACLU is the nation’s premier guardian of liberty. A nationwide, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, the ACLU is dedicated to defending and expanding civil rights and civil liberties across the country. The ACLU of Idaho is an affiliate of the National ACLU. The ACLU of Idaho combines legal, policy, organizing, and other strategies to maximize impact.
Our staff work in-person at least two days per week in a fast-paced, friendly office in the heart of downtown Boise, Idaho. We are a majority minority staff from all over the country and world and have chosen to make Idaho our home. Our supportive, inclusive, and empowering work culture has created opportunities for staff to grow with and within the organization.
Duties & Responsibilities:
(1)
Legal
Conduct factual and legal research; identify and recruit plaintiffs; interview clients and potential witnesses; prepare memoranda; draft pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and public records requests; conduct discovery, including depositions; argue motions; try cases in federal and state courts; handle appeals and negotiate settlements; oversee implementation of judgments and settlement agreements; and draft amicus briefs in cases of constitutional significance.
Assess requests for legal assistance and identify appropriate cases for legal challenge.
Investigate civil rights/civil liberties complaints that may lead to law reform litigation.
Contribute to case selection, formulating legal strategy, and identifying litigation priorities.
Depending on experience, supervise, lead, or participate in a team of associated attorneys.
(2)
Public Advocacy
Complete legal research projects on legislative proposals, draft and deliver legislative testimony, and draft public education materials as assigned.
Collaborate with policy and advocacy teams as assigned.
Engage with coalition partners, law and policy makers, and community representatives working on similar issues.
Serve as a spokesperson for the ACLU both with the press and as a public speaker.
(3)
Administration, Supervision, and Support
Recruit and supervise law students and interns.
Proactively communicate with all staff so they are well-informed of upcoming hearings, judicial decisions, and important developments in the legal department.
Ensure that the Legal Director and Executive Director are adequately informed of work and solicit direction and input appropriately.
Provide administrative and organizational support as needed and adhere to internal systems for recordkeeping and information sharing.
Engage in special projects and duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
J.D. with litigation experience or a judicial clerkship. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience in constitutional or public interest law.
Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to turn around high-quality work on tight deadlines.
Strong oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize many concurrent tasks and manage a high-volume workload.
Ability to think creatively and use non-litigation strategies to promote objectives.
Willingness to receive and respond to constructive criticism.
Valid driving privileges and willingness to travel across Idaho.
Current admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction at time of hiring.
Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish preferred.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $65,000-85,000 depending on experience. Excellent benefits include 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with an employer match, life and long-term disability insurance, sabbatical eligibility after five years, and generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To Apply:
A resume.
A one- or two-page cover letter that identifies evidence of a clear, strong, and proven commitment to public interest work, describes your litigation experience, and explains how your experience and skills are applicable to the job responsibilities.
Two professional writing samples demonstrating thorough legal analysis and legal writing skills.
Contact information for three references, including two legal references.
Send to: careers@acluidaho.org. Please reference “Staff Attorney” in the email subject line.
If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying, please e-mail careers@acluidaho.org. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups.
#J-18808-Ljbffr