Staff Attorney

The Law Center seeks an energetic self-starter who will embrace the responsibility of assisting in the formulation and implementation of CWLC’s strategies to secure justice for women and girls. The Staff Attorney is a full-time position and reports directly to the Executive Director. The Staff Attorney will:

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors and the legal staff, assist in establishing the priorities and goals for the Law Center and in implementing those priorities, including assisting in the development of legal strategies
• Work with the Executive Director, Senior Staff Attorney and other members of the legal staff to determine when the mission and strategic priorities of the Law Center would be advanced by instituting litigation and then play a significant role in prosecuting that litigation
• Litigate at the trial and appellate levels, draft amicus briefs, work with outside legal counsel and engage in policy advocacy
• Serve as an expert resource by supporting local and statewide legal service organizations and by providing legal and technical assistance to individuals, legal services offices, community organizations and pro bono attorneys
• Review requests for the Law Center’s legal assistance, including amicus briefs and requests to co-counsel on litigation matters
• Ensure the legal work of the Law Center is high quality, innovative and effective
• Participate in local, state and national coalitions and partnerships that support goals and initiatives consistent with the mission of the Law Center, and participate in meetings, public speaking and press relations
• Assist in the development and outreach of the Law Center through assisting in grant writing efforts, events and special projects or programs

Salary and benefits:
• $86,000 – 90,000, commensurate with experience
• Health, dental and disability insurance
• California State Bar dues and professional liability insurance covered

The California Women’s Law Center is an equal opportunity employer.