Advancement Project
Staff Attorney, Justice Project
Advancement Project, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
About Advancement Project
Situated at the forefront of the national racial justice movement, Advancement Project is a cutting‑edge, no‑holds‑barred national nonprofit dedicated to creating free and safe communities for people of color. We end the school‑to‑prison pipeline, expand the right to vote, overhaul how we view the police and carceral state, and fight for immigrant justice. Our work impacts real change from the ground up, demanding alignment, sharp strategic thinking, and creativity to imagine a more just world where racism no longer exists and all people of color can be free and safe. Position Overview
We are seeking a creative problem solver, strong advocate, and skilled attorney for our Washington, D.C. office to serve as a Staff Attorney in the Justice Project. The Justice Project supports grassroots racial justice campaigns that aim to dismantle systems that criminalize and incarcerate people of color. The role reports to the Justice Project Program Director and is part of the union, with compensation determined by the union structure. What You’ll Do
Develop relationships with racial justice organizations to support their campaigns and build power in their communities. Identify and recommend responses to legislative and legal developments, providing research, litigation, analysis, and writing. Investigate racial justice issues related to the wholesale transformation of the criminal legal system through data and factual collection and analysis in partner communities. Collaborate with partners to support their campaigns, coordinate with communications and organizing departments, and assist with investigations and litigation efforts, including discovery, motion writing, and co‑counsel coordination. Prepare legal memoranda and draft associated policy‑related and legal documents; assist with legislative efforts and drafting bill language. Additional Functions
Collaborate with colleagues internally and externally to develop and implement strategies. Cultivate external relationships with national and regional organizations and allies. Guide team members and interns on work product. Assist with legal and policy work cross‑program as needed. Participate in team meetings and strategic planning sessions, including political education programming. Write about Justice Project work and contribute to publicity efforts. Use a variety of legal, policy, communications, organizing, and coalition‑building strategies to assist community partners. What You Need To Be Considered
State bar membership (must be willing to become a member of or able to waive into DC Bar). Two years of legal experience. Demonstrated commitment to racial justice. Excellent written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience working with grassroots organizations or a demonstrated commitment to movement lawyering model. Interest in working with grassroots organizations. Frequent travel required. Experience in civil rights is preferred. Experience in Section 1983 litigation or related civil rights experience is strongly preferred. Willingness to work in multiple program areas as needed. Fluency in Spanish, organizing experience, and coalition‑building experiences are pluses. Submit one writing sample with your cover letter.
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Situated at the forefront of the national racial justice movement, Advancement Project is a cutting‑edge, no‑holds‑barred national nonprofit dedicated to creating free and safe communities for people of color. We end the school‑to‑prison pipeline, expand the right to vote, overhaul how we view the police and carceral state, and fight for immigrant justice. Our work impacts real change from the ground up, demanding alignment, sharp strategic thinking, and creativity to imagine a more just world where racism no longer exists and all people of color can be free and safe. Position Overview
We are seeking a creative problem solver, strong advocate, and skilled attorney for our Washington, D.C. office to serve as a Staff Attorney in the Justice Project. The Justice Project supports grassroots racial justice campaigns that aim to dismantle systems that criminalize and incarcerate people of color. The role reports to the Justice Project Program Director and is part of the union, with compensation determined by the union structure. What You’ll Do
Develop relationships with racial justice organizations to support their campaigns and build power in their communities. Identify and recommend responses to legislative and legal developments, providing research, litigation, analysis, and writing. Investigate racial justice issues related to the wholesale transformation of the criminal legal system through data and factual collection and analysis in partner communities. Collaborate with partners to support their campaigns, coordinate with communications and organizing departments, and assist with investigations and litigation efforts, including discovery, motion writing, and co‑counsel coordination. Prepare legal memoranda and draft associated policy‑related and legal documents; assist with legislative efforts and drafting bill language. Additional Functions
Collaborate with colleagues internally and externally to develop and implement strategies. Cultivate external relationships with national and regional organizations and allies. Guide team members and interns on work product. Assist with legal and policy work cross‑program as needed. Participate in team meetings and strategic planning sessions, including political education programming. Write about Justice Project work and contribute to publicity efforts. Use a variety of legal, policy, communications, organizing, and coalition‑building strategies to assist community partners. What You Need To Be Considered
State bar membership (must be willing to become a member of or able to waive into DC Bar). Two years of legal experience. Demonstrated commitment to racial justice. Excellent written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience working with grassroots organizations or a demonstrated commitment to movement lawyering model. Interest in working with grassroots organizations. Frequent travel required. Experience in civil rights is preferred. Experience in Section 1983 litigation or related civil rights experience is strongly preferred. Willingness to work in multiple program areas as needed. Fluency in Spanish, organizing experience, and coalition‑building experiences are pluses. Submit one writing sample with your cover letter.
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