The Lawyers’ Committee seeks an attorney to join its Economic Justice Project (“EJP”), which works at the intersection of racial justice, workers’ rights, and health equity. Through a holistic and intersectional lens, the EJP engages in impact litigation and advocacy to ensure that Black communities and other communities of color can access opportunities and meaningfully engage in the economy to lead healthy and dignified lives free from discrimination, especially in the areas of employment and healthcare.
The EJP Associate Counsel, Counsel, or Senior Counsel undertakes impact litigation, public policy, regulatory advocacy, and public education to promote racial justice and economic opportunity. The position requires a demonstrated commitment to racial justice, health equity, and worker empowerment, as well as cultural competency and experience working with diverse and underrepresented communities.
This is a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, DC. The Associate Counsel, Counsel, or Senior Counsel will work under the supervision of the Director for the Economic Justice Project. The title will be based on years of experience as an attorney.
Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience working on racial, social, and economic justice, preferably in the areas of
health benefits or health equity;
• Experience litigating complex civil matters, especially in the area of civil rights, is preferred;
• Exceptional oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and
respectfully with diverse audiences, including the general public, media, clients, and policymakers;
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion and demonstrated ability to provide culturally-competent advocacy that centers
on communities harmed by discriminatory practices;
• Ability to develop, maintain, and enhance relationships with diverse groups and coalitions;
• A high degree of professional ethics, integrity, and sound judgment;
• Demonstrated ability to take the initiative, think creatively, and work independently and also collaboratively in a team-
based decision-making environment;
• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, ability to problem solve and multi-task;
• Ability to produce consistent, quality work in a fast-paced environment;
• An active member in good standing of the DC Bar, or ability to waive in;
• Graduation from an accredited law school; and
• Ability to travel for litigation, conferences, speaking engagements, and client development.
Please submit a cover letter and resume, including graduation completion dates, to the following link:
https://lawyerscommitteeforcivilrightsunderlaw.applytojob.com/apply/SEJE...
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.
Accessibility Assistance: Although calls will not be accepted regarding questions about the position, if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing the online application, please call 202-662-8600 and ask for an applicant accommodation; send an email with the subject line “Applicant Accommodation” to [email protected].
Important Vaccination Requirement: The Lawyers’ Committee requires employees to be fully vaccinated (including all eligible boosters) against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination.
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