Senior Counsel

The following list of core competencies and experiences is meant to provide insight into the general level of experience we seek in candidates.  We encourage all qualified candidates and those with relevant or transferable experience to apply, even if you're new to mission-based work, returning to work after a gap in employment, or transitioning from a different sector.  If you're passionate about using litigation for systemic change and believe you can fulfill the responsibilities of this role, we welcome your application.

-J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school 
-Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar or, if located in another state, membership in good standing of that state’s bar with the ability to become admitted in California as soon as possible
-10+ years of experience conducting all aspects of civil trial litigation in state and federal courts, some of which will have been against federal or state governments and/or on behalf of classes of plaintiffs
-Demonstrated litigation expertise with substantial experience in all phases of complex civil litigation, including discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, mediations, and trial
-Experience developing affirmative litigation in state and/or federal courts, including researching potential theories, developing potential clients, and building factual records
-Excellent writing and editing ability with a strong voice and eye for persuasive analysis
-Familiarity with legal doctrines of civil rights or civil liberties litigation.  Experience with the federal Administrative Procedure Act is a plus.
-Experience supervising, mentoring, or providing developmental feedback to attorneys at various stages of their careers, including senior attorneys, litigation fellows, and pro bono counsel
-Genuine interest in and ability to think strategically about the role of a litigation-focused nonprofit in meeting community needs and supporting organizers
-Experience successfully managing multiple projects and cases simultaneously and prioritizing competing deadlines under pressure
-Strong interpersonal skills, collaboration, initiative, and organizational abilities
-Ability to drive litigation strategically and with relative independence
-Comfort with litigation deadlines, including the ability to work occasional long hours based on litigation cycles and periodically travel for cases as needed
-Track record of building strong, trust-based relationships with clients, particularly individuals and communities impacted by systemic injustice, is preferred
-Proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or other languages spoken by our constituencies is a plus