Access Living is searching for a Staff Attorney to join its Civil Rights Team. The Civil Rights Team enforces federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities. The new attorney will focus on fair housing enforcement and fair housing policy matters.
The Staff Attorney will: (a) work on systemic and individual fair housing cases; (b) collaborate with Access Living staff, fair housing advocates, and community partners on policy initiatives to increase affordable and accessible housing opportunities for people with disabilities; and (c) present trainings to various audiences regarding the fair housing rights of people with disabilities.
The position supports Access Living’s mission to be a change agent committed to igniting disability power and pride, and breaking down systemic barriers. The candidate will coalesce with Access Living colleagues and external partners to advance this mission.
Candidates must have the ability to collaborate with diverse partners, including disability advocates, consumers, public interest/legal services partners, and pro bono attorneys. Candidates must also have: a demonstrated commitment to civil rights and disability rights; exceptional communication skills; superb writing and research ability; at least three years of experience litigating in state or federal court, preferably in the area of housing or civil rights; and strong people skills.
Admission to the Illinois bar is preferred, but we will consider candidates who are licensed in another jurisdiction but willing to seek admission to the Illinois bar.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:
Ken Walden, Managing Attorney
[email protected]
We ask that you submit applications by December 11, 2023.