Senior Counsel (Civil Rights Focus)
Democracy Forward(1 month ago)
About this role
Democracy Forward Foundation is hiring attorneys to advance and protect civil rights through litigation and regulatory advocacy. The role is a full-time attorney position focused on strategic impact litigation and agency advocacy on behalf of the organization and external clients. The position is based in Washington, D.C. with a hybrid schedule and remote U.S. candidates will be considered.
Required Skills
- Civil Rights
- Litigation
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Client Development
- Coalition Management
- Regulatory Advocacy
- Agency Advocacy
- Case Management
- Oral Advocacy
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Qualifications
- J.D. from Accredited Law School
- Active Bar Membership (DC or Other State)
- Ability To Become Admitted In D.C.
- 7 Years Relevant Experience (Senior)
About Democracy Forward
democracyforward.orgDemocracy Forward is a public-interest legal organization that uses the law to build collective power and advance a bold, vibrant democracy for all people. The group brings high‑impact lawsuits and legal challenges to fight abuses of power and efforts that undermine government accountability and fairness. They combine strategic litigation, public education, and coalition-building to defend a government that works for people who need it most. Democracy Forward positions itself as a nonprofit that goes to court for democracy and civic rights.
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