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Legal Director, Civil Rights and Special Projects

Democracy Forward
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Legal
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active membership in good standing in the bar of the District of Columbia, or ability to become admitted in D.C.
  • 15+ years active litigation experience with significant civil rights and affirmative litigation
  • 10+ years of experience managing and leading diverse teams
  • Collaborative leadership style
  • Demonstrated ability to think creatively and craft legal strategies
What the job really is

The Legal Director for Civil Rights and Special Projects will lead strategic initiatives focused on civil rights litigation and advocacy. This role involves developing staffing plans, supervising legal matters, and collaborating with various teams and external organizations to address anti-democratic actions. The position requires regular in-office presence in Washington, DC, while also allowing for remote work flexibility.

Benefits
  • Salary of $280,000
  • Excellent benefits
Things to weigh
  • Requires regular in-office presence 8 times per month
  • Remote candidates must be within the United States and may need to travel to DC 1-2 times per quarter
  • Position may involve sitting for extended periods and working on a computer
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