Campaign Legal Center Inc
Senior Legal Counsel, Voting Rights
Campaign Legal Center Inc, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Voting Rights Litigation, the Senior Legal Counsel is an integral member of the voting rights team. The team litigates cases in federal and state courts and develops, implements, advocates for, and defends policies that promote the freedom to vote across the country. Recent litigation includes challenges to restrictions on voter registration activity at naturalization ceremonies and on collection of ballot petitions in Florida. The Senior Legal Counsel splits their time among the team’s litigation and policy efforts as needed. Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop strategic litigation opportunities promoting the freedom to vote and robust political dissent. Manage a caseload from pleading through discovery, trial, and appellate proceedings. Prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs in federal and state cases and strategize and manage discovery. Take and defend witness depositions, lead conferences with opposing counsel, and take part in court hearings. Manage record‑building activities for the caseload. Draft legislation and policy proposals and review and analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and other policy proposals to create relevant legal advocacy materials. Build and maintain relationships with local and national partners in support of litigation and legislative efforts. Manage junior team members, including counsel and support staff. Qualifications
At least five years of legal experience. Active membership in the DC bar in good standing, or eligibility to waive into the DC bar. Experience with all stages of the litigation process. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team. Experience managing staff. Commitment to the nonpartisan nature and overall mission of CLC. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory work environment. CLC is proud to be an inclusive organization. It does not make hiring or advancement, or other employment decisions, based on race, national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, familial status or responsibilities, personal appearance, pregnancy, political affiliation, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability, record of arrest or conviction, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, District of Columbia, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, termination, benefits, and training. Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Generous health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee premiums. 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6%, with immediate vesting. 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3 floating holidays annually. 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, 10 days of bereavement leave, and 8 weeks of sabbatical leave for those who qualify. Flexible spending and dependent care accounts. Professional development stipend and bar membership reimbursement. Technology allowance. Pre‑tax metro smart benefits. Family planning support, including reimbursement for travel to access legal reproductive healthcare.
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Reporting to the Director of Voting Rights Litigation, the Senior Legal Counsel is an integral member of the voting rights team. The team litigates cases in federal and state courts and develops, implements, advocates for, and defends policies that promote the freedom to vote across the country. Recent litigation includes challenges to restrictions on voter registration activity at naturalization ceremonies and on collection of ballot petitions in Florida. The Senior Legal Counsel splits their time among the team’s litigation and policy efforts as needed. Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop strategic litigation opportunities promoting the freedom to vote and robust political dissent. Manage a caseload from pleading through discovery, trial, and appellate proceedings. Prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs in federal and state cases and strategize and manage discovery. Take and defend witness depositions, lead conferences with opposing counsel, and take part in court hearings. Manage record‑building activities for the caseload. Draft legislation and policy proposals and review and analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and other policy proposals to create relevant legal advocacy materials. Build and maintain relationships with local and national partners in support of litigation and legislative efforts. Manage junior team members, including counsel and support staff. Qualifications
At least five years of legal experience. Active membership in the DC bar in good standing, or eligibility to waive into the DC bar. Experience with all stages of the litigation process. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team. Experience managing staff. Commitment to the nonpartisan nature and overall mission of CLC. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory work environment. CLC is proud to be an inclusive organization. It does not make hiring or advancement, or other employment decisions, based on race, national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, familial status or responsibilities, personal appearance, pregnancy, political affiliation, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability, record of arrest or conviction, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, District of Columbia, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, termination, benefits, and training. Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Generous health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee premiums. 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6%, with immediate vesting. 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3 floating holidays annually. 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, 10 days of bereavement leave, and 8 weeks of sabbatical leave for those who qualify. Flexible spending and dependent care accounts. Professional development stipend and bar membership reimbursement. Technology allowance. Pre‑tax metro smart benefits. Family planning support, including reimbursement for travel to access legal reproductive healthcare.
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