Arizona Attorney General's Environmental Protection Unit (multiple positions) (added on 10/17) Phoenix, AZ (or possibility of remote within Arizona) 1. Special Assistant Attorney General - Litigation Director (Legal Fellow) Salary range: $120,000-$133,000 The Arizona Attorney General’s Office (AGO) is hiring an attorney with litigation experience and a background in environmental and water law to join the Environmental Protection Unit in the Civil Division as a Special Assistant Attorney General – Litigation Director.The Litigation Director will be responsible for taking matters from inception through trial or settlement and for supervising litigation matters in the Unit, including the litigation decision making and work products of less experienced attorneys in the Unit. For all litigation matters, the Litigation Director will directly supervise Unit attorneys, providing guidance and mentoring, and annual performance evaluations with recommendations to the Unit Chief. As such, the Litigation Director must have experience in the supervision of litigation attorneys and staff. This Litigation Director position is sponsored annually by Arizona State University School of Law (ASU Law) with the expectation of renewal upon satisfactory job evaluations and continued funding. Full job description and application link. 2. Special Assistant Attorney General (Legal Fellow) Salary range: $90,000-$112,000 The Arizona Attorney General’s Office (AGO) is hiring an attorney with practice experience and a passion for environmental protection to join the Environmental Protection Unit in the Civil Division as a Special Assistant Attorney General. The Special Assistant Attorney General will be overseen by the Environmental Protection Unit Chief and will work closely with the Unit’s other attorneys and other consumer protection attorneys and staff. The Special Assistant Attorney General will have ownership over the development of legal matters they initiate or work on as part of a larger team of attorneys within the Unit or from other units within the Civil Litigation Division. This position is a one-year position sponsored by Arizona State University School of Law (ASU Law) with the expectation of renewal for a second year upon satisfactory job evaluations and for subsequent renewal on a yearly basis contingent on both satisfactory job performance and continued funding. Full job description and application link.
Meta (added on 11/10) Associate General Counsel, Investigations Menlo Park or San Francisco, CA (also DC, TX or NY) Salary range: $226,00- $304,000 The successful candidate will partner with investigators to prevent harm, protect user rights, privacy, and safety, and address integrity challenges through innovative legal and technical solutions. The role involves addressing complex, novel legal issues within a demanding, fast-paced global environment. Lead and advise on investigations into on-platform abuse, including complex matters related to terrorism, threats of violence, child safety, human exploitation, and fraud/scams. Counsel integrity teams on investigations, crisis response, and information-sharing initiatives. Requires active membership in at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status. 8+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, and/or in-house or government experience. 5+ years experience litigating criminal cases or providing legal advice to law enforcement. Full job description and application link. UCLA School of Law (added on 11/10) Executive Director of the Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Law and Public Polity Los Angeles, CA Salary range: $260,000 to $290,000 The Williams Institute is dedicated to conducting rigorous, independent research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy. A research center at UCLA Law founded in 2001, the Williams Institute produces high-quality research with real-world relevance and disseminates it to judges, legislators, policymakers, media and the public. The Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Law and Public Policy at UCLA School of Law is seeking an Executive Director to provide vision and creativity to build its future; to lead a team of talented and experienced researchers and staff; to engage a committed group of volunteers, donors, and advisory councils; to represent the Institute to the public, press, and policymakers; and to oversee its core programs, fundraising, and operations. Application deadline is January 2, 2026. Full job description and application.
Public Rights Project (multiple positions) (added on 11/7) Oakland, CA 1. Managing Attorney, Reproductive Rights Salary range: $102,176 - $153,263 Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Managing Attorney for Reproductive Rights to join our team. This is a remote, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of the Civil Rights Hub. PRP partners with local governments to protect and expand reproductive rights and defend against attacks while training government officials to advocate effectively and advancing public narratives that center issues pertaining to reproductive rights and bodily autonomy. The Managing Attorney, Reproductive Rights, will be responsible for managing the reproductive rights strategy and portfolio and advance PRP’s legal work (litigation, amicus briefs, and policy), relationship management and collaboration (local government leaders and advocates) and communication on a range of reproductive rights issues to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in reproductive rights and movement lawyering, prioritizes effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, and works independently and collaboratively towards effective advocacy and strategies. Full job description and application. 2. Staff Attorney, Civil Rights Hub Salary range: $82,735-$111,935 Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Staff Attorney to join its Civil Rights Hub. The Staff Attorney will support Civil Rights Hub responsibilities, including performing legal research and writing, coordinating resources for local jurisdictions and leaders, and advising jurisdictional partners on a wide array of civil rights matters. The ideal candidate has strong legal writing skills, can prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates excellent judgment about what information needs immediate attention. The Staff Attorney will work across multiple civil rights issue areas. The Staff Attorney will be expected to produce high-quality written work product, including amicus briefs, memoranda, and legal analysis, while managing competing priorities and deadlines. In addition, the position will require strategic thinking to best provide a spectrum of both legal and non-legal support for our partners and thinking through how best to equip local governments with the tools and resources they need to fight for their communities. Full job description and application. 3. Staff Attorney, Elections Salary range: $82,735 - $111,935 Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Staff Attorney to join the EPH. The Staff Attorney will staff PRP’s in-house efforts to represent and advise state, local, and tribal governments and elected officials in support of election administration and the expansion of voting rights. The Staff Attorney will be assigned to support PRP government partners in particular states. The Staff Attorney will therefore serve as a “state lead,” and will be expected to become an expert in election administration, voting rights, and political developments in their assigned state. This includes conducting regular outreach to government and non-government partners in the assigned states. The Staff Attorney may also assist with litigation and programmatic matters within PRP’s wider programmatic portfolio. However, the majority of their time would be housed within the EPH. Although this position does not incorporate formal supervisory responsibilities, the Staff Attorney will sometimes lead teams and may review the work of other attorneys, alongside more independent work or work as a contributor to other case teams. This position reports to the Elections and Government Partnership Director. This position will also work closely with the Chief Program Officer and other program team directors. Full job description and application. 4. Staff Attorney, Litigation Salary range: $82,735 - $111,935 Public Rights Project seeks to hire one or more Staff Attorneys to join its Litigation Team. The Staff Attorney will be a key member of PRP’s team advancing the work of local governments protecting civil rights in the face of hostility from the federal government, as well as state governments and private actors. The Staff Attorney will conduct and support case development and research, work with partners, and manage and contribute to various litigation and pre-litigation activities. The Litigation Team handles cases in which government clients are both plaintiffs and defendants, in both state and federal courts. This position reports to the Litigation Director and will work closely with members of the Litigation Team and other Program Team staff. Full job description and application.
Scale (added on 10/31) Director of AGC, Litigation San Francisco, CA Salary range: $302,400-$378,000 Scale is at the forefront of powering artificial intelligence. We believe that trust in AI is earned with high-quality data for training, fine-tuning, and evaluating AI systems. Our products are transforming how organizations build and deploy AI. We are hiring a Director & Associate General Counsel, Litigation and Regulatory to lead litigation, dispute resolution, and certain regulatory matters related to our business. The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing complex litigation and alternative dispute resolution to efficient and effective resolution, and a demonstrable history of providing practical guidance to solve complex, time-sensitive problems in close partnership with a variety of cross-functional teams. At least 10+ years combined litigation experience at innovative technology companies and law firms. Deep interest in artificial intelligence and generative AI technology and applications and member of the California Bar in good standing. Full job description and application.
Meta (added on 10/31) Associate General Counsel, Special Investigations Menlo Park, CA (DC, or NYC) Salary range: $198,00-$266,000 Meta seeks a highly motivated team player to join a team of attorneys responsible for handling privileged and complex internal investigations on matters relating to a host of legal risk areas, including anti-corruption, cyber-security, anti-money laundering, securities, competition law, international trade and fraud. The ideal candidate will also help Meta assess and identify potential legal and regulatory risk as well as identify programmatic areas in which the company can strengthen its systems of accounting, compliance and integrity controls. This attorney will work closely with cross-functional partners to appropriately scope, investigate and remediate matters, mitigating risk for the company. Active membership in at least one US state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status (if required by the State Bar in the assigned work location), 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm and/or in-house or government experience; 5+ years relevant experience conducting investigations. Full job description and application link.
Nixon Peabody (added on 10/31) Corporate Tax Associate Los Angeles or San Francisco (or IL, MA, RI, or NY) Salary reange: $275,000-$325,000 Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join our Tax Team in any of our U.S. offices, or remote. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of experience with broad knowledge of corporate and transactional tax matters. The successful candidate will support our general corporate law team on matters in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, international transactions, and REITs. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service. Full job description and application. Equal Rights Advocates (added on 10/23) Senior Counsel or Senior Staff Attorney, Litigation DC or San Francisco or Remote Salary range: $85,000 – $125,000 Equal Rights Advocates (ERA) is a national civil rights organization founded in 1974 to expand economic and educational access and opportunities for women and girls. Since its inception, ERA has been on the front lines of advancing gender justice through a combination of impact litigation, policy advocacy, public education, and direct legal services, bringing visibility to the experiences and voices of the people we represent. ERA is looking for an Attorney/Counsel with proven litigation experience in employment law and in the civil rights space. As a Senior Counsel or Senior Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for engaging in all aspects of impact and individual litigation, developing new cases for litigation, assisting in crafting litigation strategy, drafting and reviewing amicus briefs, and developing and maintaining litigation relationships to advance ERA’s mission. You may also be involved in defending against threats to the civil rights of workers and students. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop and engage in high-impact litigation on key civil rights, economic security, and gender justice issues in a thriving organization with creative and dedicated staff and a supportive work environment. Full job description and application link.
National Consumer Law Center (added on 10/23) California Project Director Based anywhere in CA with frequent travel to Sacramento, CA Salary based on years of legal experience details in description. The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) is seeking a talented attorney to work as our first California Project Director. This important role will increase the reach and impact of NCLC’s advocacy work in California by providing legal technical assistance, training, and other support to California advocates. The California Project Director will be expected to deepen NCLC’s relationships across the state with legal services providers, members of the private bar, legislators,as well as assist in cultivating relationships with funders and donors. This is an exciting opportunity to build out a national advocacy group's California work and presence as well as develop a new model for NCLC’s potential future work at the state level. The initial hire will be for one year, subject to renewal based on success of this initial launch. Application deadline is November 11. Full job description and application link.
Zoom (multiple positions) (added on 10/23) 1) Counsel, Global Regulatory Compliance Salary range: $98,900-$228,700 Full job description and application link. 2) Senior Counsel, IP Salary range: $124,000-$271,200 Full job description and application link. 3) Commercial Counsel (Channel) Salary range: $98,900-$228,700 Full job description and application link. 4) Associate Commercial Counsel Salary range: $87,600-$186,000 Full job description and application link.
The Walt Disney Company (added on 10/23) Attorney Burbank, CA Salary range: $119,700-$154,800 FX Networks is searching for a lawyer to work in the role of Attorney who will provide support in structuring, negotiating, drafting, and advising on deals and legal issues in connection with the marketing, promotion, and publicity operations and initiatives of FX Networks. Job responsibilities include: Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of agreements and deals, including vendor master agreements and statements of work, licenses, releases, production-related agreements, talent agreements, cross-promotions, and sponsorships; Analyze and advise in connection with legal rights and obligations, guild agreements, intellectual property matters, claims, clearances; Provide solutions-oriented advice and subsequent review and approval for marketing output in all forms, including experiential activations, promotional goods, audiovisual pieces, co-branded content, social media activity, and more. Full job description and application link.
Roku (added on 10/23) Senior Counsel of Business & Legal Affairs- Employment San Jose, CA Salary Range: $230,000 - $260,000 Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. Roku, Inc. is seeking a Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Employment) to join its growing legal team. You will work closely with Roku’s Legal and cross-functional teams advising on a wide variety of employment-related matters. The successful candidate must have a strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws and hands-on experience translating legal requirements into actionable advice for the People and other teams. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset that enables you to work independently. The role may be based in Roku’s New York or San Jose offices, and is subject to Roku’s hybrid work policy of in office Monday-Thursday. Full job description and application link.
Leonard Carder LLP (added on 10/17) Associate General Counsel Oakland, CA Salary range: $92,000 and $141,000 For more than 80 years, Leonard Carder has aided unions and workers involved in some of the most memorable labor struggles on the West Coast and has championed workers’ rights in precedent-setting litigation. We represent local and international labor unions and employee benefit plans, as well as representing employees in class actions, individual workers’ rights cases, and law reform litigation. Leonard Carder, LLP, located in Oakland, is looking for attorneys with experience or interest in union labor, employment and employee benefits law, and with a demonstrated commitment to the goals of workers’ rights and the labor movement. Ideal candidates should have strong research, writing and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with unions, employee benefit trust funds, and workers. Candidates with three or more years of relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a hybrid position that requires in-person work in Oakland, California. Full job description and application link.
Uber (added on 10/10) Product Counsel, Marketplace DC or San Francisco Salary range for DC: $208,000-$231,000 We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced attorney to support Marketplace for our Product Legal team. The Product Legal team owns and drives all product-related legal reviews at HQ, and advises operations teams. In this role, you’ll advise Uber’s Marketplace product and ops teams responsible for operating Uber’s sophisticated pricing and matching systems that connects riders to drivers and eaters to couriers across billions of annual trips and deliveries. If you’re passionate about working on a mission at the heart of Uber’s business, solving challenging problems with impact, and advising on complex features involving AI and machine learning, come join our team! What You’ll Do: Lead legal reviews of new Marketplace products or features, including AI/machine learning models, which operationalize the technology for pricing and matching riders / drivers and eaters / couriers using the Uber and UberEats app; Coordinate global reviews with our regional partners, create / review terms & conditions, and advise on how to position/structure these products/features to reduce risk; Be an active and trusted business partner, and ensure the provision of timely business-focussed advice to the Mobility and Delivery business on marketplace issues of pricing and matching. Full job description and application link.
EarthJustice (multiple positions) (added on 10/9) 1. Associate Attorney, California Regional Office San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA Salary Range: SF: $110,500-$123,00 or LA: $105,000 - $117,100 Earthjustice seeks an Associate Attorney to conduct legal advocacy, including litigation and administrative advocacy, with the California Regional Office. The hybrid work position requires 0-3 years post-law school legal experience. The attorney selected for this position will play a key role in legal actions that can make a real difference to people’s health and well-being and protect important environmental values. This attorney’s emphasis area will be our Right to Zero priorities. The Right to Zero program is working to transform the way we use energy and transport goods, services and ourselves across the country. From our power grid to ports, buses to garbage trucks, the Right to Zero team works to ditch fossil fuels and lead the shift to zero-emissions. The attorney will primarily focus on California-specific Right to Zero litigation and advocacy, and may also work on Right to Zero issues that are either federal or outside California, or on other California Regional Office priorities. Full job description and application link. 2. Associate Attorney, Community Partnerships Program Los Angeles, CA Salary Range: $105,000 - $117,100 The Associate Attorney position is a three-year position with the potential for extension, designed to help attorneys who are in the early stages of their careers to develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. As Associate Attorneys gain experience, they gradually take on more independent responsibility for their cases but work throughout their tenure under the supervision of Senior Attorneys, Deputy Managing Attorneys, or the Managing Attorney. Many Associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice and with other public interest organizations. Associate Attorneys perform a range of work, in partnership with senior attorneys and professional staff, to investigate, develop, and prosecute administrative appeals and litigation including: factual investigation, legal research, case development, record review, client engagement and development, expert evidence and witness development, motions practice and brief writing, oral advocacy, and appellate advocacy. Full job description and application link.
LA28 (added on 10/9) Managing Counsel, Commercial Los Angeles, CA Salary: $160,000-$175,000 LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. The Managing Counsel will be an integral part of the legal team, working closely with the Associate General Counsel and broader legal department to advise LA28’s senior management on legal matters. This position will leverage negotiation, relationship-building, critical-thinking and communication skills to support the legal needs for the commercial teams of the organization, including sponsorship agreements, operational contracts, licensing arrangements, supply agreements, activation agreements, marketing and content-creation support, legal memoranda, and summaries. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to increase your professional network, gain valuable negotiating and business skills, and grow with the organization as we gear up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! This position will report to the Associate General Counsel. Full job description and application link.
Clark Hill (multiple positions) If you are interested in any positions at Clark Hill, reach out to alumnus Chris White at [email protected] before you apply. He's offered to assist AUWCL alums interested in the firm to avoid using a recruiter. ArentFox Schiff (multiple positions) (AUWCL alumna Pamela Deese is a partner in the DC office. If you have questions about these positions, you may contact her at [email protected])
EarthJustice (added on 10/10) Associate Attorney, Rocky Mountain Office Denver, CO Salary range: $107,200-$118,700 Earthjustice seeks an Associate Attorney to join our Rocky Mountain Regional Office based in Denver, Colorado. The position requires 2-5 years of post-law-school legal experience. The Associate Attorney position is a three-year position with the potential for extension, designed to help attorneys who are in the early stages of their careers to develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. As Associate Attorneys gain experience, they gradually take on more independent responsibility for their cases but work throughout their tenure under the supervision of Senior Attorneys, Deputy Managing Attorneys, or the Managing Attorney. Many Associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice and with other public interest organizations. Full job description and application link.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (added on 10/10) Office Director (Legal) within the Office of Legal Counsel New Britain, CT Salary range: $115,466-$157,448 The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), has an exciting opportunity for an Office Director (Legal) position with the Office of Legal Counsel. This role will support the Bureau of Energy and Technology Policy (BETP), consists of the Offices of Energy Supply and Infrastructure, Telecommunications and Broadband, Affordable Housing Energy Retrofits, Building and Transportation Decarbonization and Federal and Regional Energy Policy. BETP is responsible for development of an integrated and comprehensive state-wide energy policy and development of plans, programs, strategies and initiatives designed to promote a cleaner, cheaper, more reliable energy future for Connecticut. If you are licensed to practice law in the State of CT and looking for the next role in your legal career, we invite you to explore this opportunity and apply! Full job description and application link.
Institute of International Finance (added on 11/10) Deputy Director, Prudential Policy Salary range: $180,000- $200,000 Alum Scott Lee shared this opportunity. The Institute of International Finance (IIF) is the global association of the financial industry, with about 400 member firms from more than 60 countries. We provide our members with innovative research, unparalleled global advocacy, and access to leading industry events that leverage our influential network. Deputy Director, Prudential Policy plays a central part in shaping the industry’s perspectives on capital adequacy, liquidity, systemic risk, related supervisory frameworks, and broader financial stability policy. The Deputy Director will engage directly with global standard-setters and national authorities to influence policy outcomes that support a sound, stable, and efficient financial system. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of prudential regulation, a strong track record of policy development, and experience collaborating with global institutions such as the Basel Committee, Financial Stability Board, and relevant national supervisors. Requires at least ten years of professional experience in the financial sector, the regulatory/supervisory community or a trade association are required. Full job description and application link.
Meta (added on 11/10) Associate General Counsel, Investigations DC (or CA, TX or NY) Salary range: $226,00- $304,000 The successful candidate will partner with investigators to prevent harm, protect user rights, privacy, and safety, and address integrity challenges through innovative legal and technical solutions. The role involves addressing complex, novel legal issues within a demanding, fast-paced global environment. Lead and advise on investigations into on-platform abuse, including complex matters related to terrorism, threats of violence, child safety, human exploitation, and fraud/scams. Counsel integrity teams on investigations, crisis response, and information-sharing initiatives. Requires active membership in at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status. 8+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, and/or in-house or government experience. 5+ years experience litigating criminal cases or providing legal advice to law enforcement. Full job description and application link.
Cloudflare (added on 11/7) Associate General Counsel, Director, Regulatory Strategy Salary Range: $249,000 - $305,000 Cloudflare is a leading connectivity cloud company that runs one of the world’s largest and most interconnected networks, powering and protecting millions of websites, remote teams, applications, and anything connected to the Internet. Our global network, fast-paced innovation, and commitment to helping build a better Internet puts us at the forefront of some of the most complex and important issues in technology and law. Cloudflare is looking for a lawyer to help lead our response to Cloudflare's most complex regulatory issues, whether they arise from regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions, new legal requirements, or proposed new laws. This individual will handle critical regulatory issues around the globe and will work cross-functionally with subject-matter experts across our Legal, Policy, and Trust & Safety Team, as well as across the broader company. The ideal candidate has the passion to keep pace with a fast-moving docket, the curiosity to dive deep into evolving technology and law, and the strategic vision to navigate novel legal issues with an eye towards protecting Cloudflare and its principles. Full job description and application link.
Cencora (multiple positions) (added on 11/7) 1. Director- Federal Government Advocacy Salary Range: $124,000- $190,850 The Director of Federal Government Advocacy will be responsible for executing the strategic development and implementation of federal government affairs activities to support business objectives of the company. The role will represent Cencora at industry and political events, industry briefings and association and coalition meetings. The position will be responsible for developing proactive plans, objectives, policies, and strategies that affect the company’s business operations, its standing with key government officials and influencers at the federal level, and its position as a public policy leader in the distribution industry. Full job description and application link. 2. Director U.S. Federal Government Advocacy & Policy (Executive Branch) Salary range: $124,000- $190,850 The Director of U.S. Government Advocacy & Policy will report to the Senior Director, Federal Government Advocacy, and will be responsible for executing the strategic and proactive development and implementation of federal government affairs and policy development to support business objectives of the company. The Director will engage with government officials, regulators, legislative bodies and business associations on a federal level. The Director will partner closely with both the Public Policy and Federal Advocacy teams and with our physician, specialty and strategic business leaders. The Director will focus on White House, Executive Branch and Congressional engagement through mitigating policy, regulatory risk and identifying opportunities, and contributing to policy shaping. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, executive branch policymaking processes, including executive orders and their implementation and will collaborate closely with the Federal Advocacy and policy teams and other internal stakeholders to advance Cencora’s public policy priorities. The role will represent Cencora at industry and political events, industry briefings and association and coalition meetings. Full job description and application link.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice (added on 11/7) Senior Staff Attorney - Litigation (Two year term) Salary range: $144,100 - $260,000 Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC ("AAJC") is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1991. Our mission is to advance the civil and human rights of Asian Americans and to build and promote a fair and equitable society for all. The Senior Staff Attorney (“Attorney”), a member of the Litigation team, is an experienced litigator responsible for identifying, developing, and litigating impact cases advancing the civil and human rights of Asian Americans primarily in federal courts. AAJC’s docket includes, but is not limited to, civil rights cases focusing on immigration/immigrant rights (including family reunification), voting rights, and educational equity (Higher Education and K-12). The Attorney must manage cases and pursue litigation with limited supervision. The Attorney will endeavor to empower vulnerable communities through a multi-pronged approach of impact litigation, amicus briefs, policy advocacy, strategic communications, and movement building, while addressing the needs of the Asian American community and civil rights coalitions. The Attorney will also work with their counterparts at the other Advancing Justice affiliates to ensure alignment with our litigation strategies and to maximize the effectiveness of our collective endeavors. Full job description and application link.
T-Mobile (Multiple positions) (added on 11/7) 1. Sr. Corporate Counsel-Federal Regulatory Affairs (Transactions & Competition) Salary range: $144,100 - $260,000 T-Mobile’s Federal Regulatory Affairs team is looking for a sharp, strategic, business-minded attorney to join as Senior Corporate Counsel. This role supports the approval of T-Mobile’s transactions before the FCC and related competition policy advocacy. With the assistance of outside counsel, you’ll be responsible for advocating for T-Mobile’s transactions, including articulating the public interest benefits, managing filings, coordinating with internal and outside antitrust counsel, and, more broadly, advocating for competition policy that reflects the dynamic nature of the company’s services. This position centers on effective advocacy: understanding T-Mobile’s technology and services, combining data with deep knowledge of the law to create persuasive arguments, and clearly presenting the company’s viewpoint while leveraging your knowledge of and relationships with key decision makers. Full job description and application link. 2. Sr. Corporate Counsel- Policy Strategy & Analytics Salary range: $144,100 - $260,000 T-Mobile’s Policy Strategy & Analytics team is looking for a sharp, strategic, and business-minded attorney to join as Senior Corporate Counsel. This role supports T-Mobile’s engagement on wireless and emerging technology policy before federal and state policymakers. You’ll help shape the company’s positions on a wide range of issues to enhance the success of our frontline government advocates. This is a strategy position focused on policy analysis, long-term positioning, and the creation of winning campaigns. Job responsibilities include: Serve as a strategy leader on wireless policy issues (e.g., convergence and competition, spectrum auctions), as well as emerging services (e.g., satellite direct-to-device, AI). Develop proactive and forward-looking advocacy positions based on a deep understanding of company priorities. Maintain insight into the priorities of policymakers, industry participants, and other stakeholders to anticipate emerging risks and opportunities. Full job description and application link. 3. Corporate Counsel- Transactions & Regulatory Affairs Salary range: $123,200 - $222,200 Corporate Counsel, Transactions and Regulatory Affairs, will manage all aspects of spectrum transaction processing at the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”). This includes drafting, reviewing, and revising public interest statements, exhibits, maps, and related materials and providing a variety of regulatory support functions for an active transactional portfolio. You will be ready to jump into action, working closely with senior attorneys, engineering and technical experts, outside counsel, and business development teams. Understanding the intricacies of the FCC’s licensing and service rules for mobile broadband spectrum is a fundamental requirement for this position. Additionally, in this role you will support various public safety and disabilities access matters before the FCC, including Wireless Emergency Alerts, Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC), Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS), and other similar public safety and disability access matters, in consultation with the Director, Regulatory Affairs responsible for these matters. A successful candidate will have experience managing pleadings, outside counsel, and FCC advocacy associated with these types of issues. Full job description and application link.
Visa (added on 11/7) Senior Manager, Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Programs & Engagement Salary range: $130,600-$200,800 A Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability (CR&S) expert is needed to contribute to the continued development and implementation of Visa’s global CR&S strategy and support the team in communicating strategic information to executive stakeholders through streamlined storytelling, web content, reporting, rankings, and investor dialogues. This position is responsible for leading key CR&S initiatives across corporate functions and business units. For example, the senior manager will create programs addressing corporate responsibility issues such as human rights. This role requires an excellent project manager who is a strong collaborator to coordinate across functions and regional markets. Key Responsibilities: Lead engagement on human rights topics, including managing relevant reporting requirements (e.g. UK Modern Slavery Act). Build proactive corporate responsibility programs that support engagements with external stakeholders (NGOs, shareholders, etc.). Provide project management support and collaboration on company CR&S initiatives and governance. Including preparing CR&S Committee agendas and meeting materials as well as Board presentations. Work with the CSO and Director of CR&S to develop and implement a comprehensive reporting strategy to meet standards such as GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB, and CSRD. Full job description and application link.
Free Press (added on 10/31) Policy Counsel Salary range: $90,000-$110,000 Free Press and Free Press Action work to amplify the voices of people and communities in the crucial decisions that shape our media. We believe that positive social change, racial justice and meaningful engagement in public life require equitable access to technology, diverse and independent ownership of media platforms, and journalism that holds leaders accountable and tells people what’s actually happening in their communities. We work at the intersection of media and technology to strengthen our democracy. Free Press is looking for a policy counsel to advance our priorities at federal agencies and in Congress, as well as in state legislatures and various judicial proceedings. These include promoting racial justice, equity, civil rights, civil liberties, and consumer rights. Issue area responsibilities may include broadband access, openness, resiliency, and affordability; broadcast ownership and First Amendment issues; competition and mergers; and press freedom, public media, and journalism policy. Full job description and application link. Meta (added on 10/31) Associate General Counsel, Special Investigations Menlo Park, CA (DC, or NYC) Salary range: $198,00-$266,000 Meta seeks a highly motivated team player to join a team of attorneys responsible for handling privileged and complex internal investigations on matters relating to a host of legal risk areas, including anti-corruption, cyber-security, anti-money laundering, securities, competition law, international trade and fraud. The ideal candidate will also help Meta assess and identify potential legal and regulatory risk as well as identify programmatic areas in which the company can strengthen its systems of accounting, compliance and integrity controls. This attorney will work closely with cross-functional partners to appropriately scope, investigate and remediate matters, mitigating risk for the company. Active membership in at least one US state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status (if required by the State Bar in the assigned work location), 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm and/or in-house or government experience; 5+ years relevant experience conducting investigations. Full job description and application link.
National Disability Rights Network (multiple positions) (added 10/31) The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)—the nation’s largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities. 1) Senior Staff Attorney- Youth and Education Rights Salary range: $100,000-$110,000 Provide legal technical assistance on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and related federal and state statutes, regulations, and guidance. Must be licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Have a minimum 7 years of legal experience, including litigation and/or policy advocacy in disability rights, civil rights, juvenile or dependency law. Have at least 4 years of cumulative direct experience representing clients in federal civil litigation and/or IDEA administrative hearings. Have a strong knowledge of disability and education law, including IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and laws governing child welfare and juvenile justice. Experience working with or representing children and youth with disabilities. Full job description and application link. 2) Senior Staff Attorney- Community Integration Salary range: $100,000-$110,000 Provide legal technical assistance to Protection and Advocacy (P&A) attorneys and advocates on federal disability rights law, including Olmstead enforcement, Medicaid and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers, and access to housing. Develop and deliver accessible, high-quality training (virtual and in-person) on litigation strategies and advocacy approaches to promote community integration. Collaborate with state-level P&A programs to develop strategies for monitoring and investigating facilities and service systems. Must be licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Minimum 7 years of legal experience, including litigation and/or policy advocacy in disability rights, civil rights, or health law. At least 4 years of cumulative direct experience representing clients in federal civil litigation and/or state Medicaid administrative hearings. Demonstrated expertise in Olmstead enforcement, Medicaid law, HCBS, and federal disability rights statutes. Full job description and application link.
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (added on 10/24) Policy Counsel (DC, Atlanta or NYC) Salary range for DC: $122,500-$134,00 The NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) is the country’s first and foremost civil and human rights law organization.Policy Counsel works to identify, develop and implement legislative and other policy reform strategies at the federal, state, and local levels, with a concentration on LDF’s efforts to ensure our nation’s criminal justice laws are administered fairly and without regard to race. JD degree, with five (5) to seven (7) years of policy experience with an emphasis on criminal justice and admission to the Bar of the District of Columbia, New York or Georgia Bar based on respective assigned office location. Full job description and application link.
Equal Rights Advocates (added on 10/23) Senior Counsel or Senior Staff Attorney, Litigation DC or San Francisco or Remote Salary range: $85,000 – $125,000 Equal Rights Advocates (ERA) is a national civil rights organization founded in 1974 to expand economic and educational access and opportunities for women and girls. Since its inception, ERA has been on the front lines of advancing gender justice through a combination of impact litigation, policy advocacy, public education, and direct legal services, bringing visibility to the experiences and voices of the people we represent. ERA is looking for an Attorney/Counsel with proven litigation experience in employment law and in the civil rights space. As a Senior Counsel or Senior Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for engaging in all aspects of impact and individual litigation, developing new cases for litigation, assisting in crafting litigation strategy, drafting and reviewing amicus briefs, and developing and maintaining litigation relationships to advance ERA’s mission. You may also be involved in defending against threats to the civil rights of workers and students. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop and engage in high-impact litigation on key civil rights, economic security, and gender justice issues in a thriving organization with creative and dedicated staff and a supportive work environment. Full job description and application link.
Goodwin LLP (multiple positions) (added on 10/23) 1) Antitrust Litigation Mid-level Associate (Class of 2019-2021) 2) Private Equity M& A (Asset Management) Mid-level Associate 3) Government Contracts & Grants Mid-level or Senior Associate 4) Private Equity Debt Finance (Structured Finance) Mid-level or Senior Associate
Ayuda (added on 10/23) Staff Attorney- Domestic Violence/Family Law Salary range: $69,800-$85,400 Alum Cheryl Chado shared this opportunity. Ayuda is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing direct legal, social and language access services, education, and outreach to low-income immigrants in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. We are currently seeking a Staff Attorney. Job responsibilities include: Provide legal representation and advice to low-income immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in civil protection orders and family law cases (child custody, child support and divorce) in DC Superior Court; Advocate on behalf of clients in related criminal matters; Stay current on relevant laws and policies by attending trainings and conferences and reviewing new laws, regulations and court rules; Train area service providers and government agencies, including law enforcement; Represent Ayuda at local coalition meetings and participate in local and national advocacy initiatives. This position will be based out of our Washington, DC office, and will require travel to local courts. Full job description and application link.
Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility (added on 10/17) Senior Policy Counsel Salary range: $175,000 Founded over 50 years ago, ICCR is a pioneer coalition of over 300 institutional investor members who leverage their investments as a catalyst to address the environmental and social impacts of corporate policies and practices. We are seeking a Senior Policy Counsel, who will work with ICCR senior leadership to provide the organization and its members with legal advice, and will coordinate the organization’s legal strategies related to policy and corporate accountability. The Senior Policy Counsel will be responsible for providing timely, coordinated, and thoughtful legal advice to the organization, enhancing its ability to achieve its charitable mission and goals. The Senior Policy Counsel will engage with networks of pro bono attorneys to assist ICCR members in finding pro bono and low bono legal assistance in response to on-going legal attacks related to responsible investment and shareholder engagement. The Senior Policy Counsel will also work with ICCR’s policy and program teams, and with networks of attorneys and allied organizations to coordinate ICCR’s legal strategies related to policy and corporate accountability. The Senior Policy Counsel will report to the Chief Executive Officer. Full job description and application link.
Microsoft (multiple positions) (added on 10/17) DC or Redmond, WA, or New York, NY, or Mountain View, CA 1. Senior Corporate Counsel Salary range for DC: $147,000 - $258,000 The Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is looking for a skilled attorney with a passion for technology to join the Cloud + AI legal team and serve as a trusted advisor for the Azure engineering group. As Senior Corporate Counsel, you will take on a broad and varied portfolio of legal work critical to supporting some of Microsoft’s most strategic products and services, including AI supercomputing infrastructure. The broad and varied portfolio of legal work includes all aspects of developing and operating hyperscale cloud services, including negotiating complex technology collaboration agreements with Microsoft’s most strategic partners and compliance with product engineering. Full job description and application link. 2. Principle Corporate Counsel Salary range for DC: $132,200 - $232,800 Are you an attorney with a passion for gaming and ready to work at the forefront of legal challenges impacting marketing and advertising in the video game and entertainment industry? The Corporate and External Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is hiring Principal Corporate Counsel to provide legal support in the areas of Advertising and Marketing across Xbox and Microsoft’s game studios. In this role you will be an integral part of the business teams you support, providing day-to-day legal counsel on a broad range of domestic and international issues impacting marketing and advertising as well as consumer protection, publicity rights, intellectual property, antitrust, privacy, digital safety, and emerging regulations. Full job description and application link.
Alson & Bird (multiple positions) (added on 10/17) Alum Patrick Crowley shared these opportunities. 1. Antitrust Staff Attorney The Washington, DC, office of Alston & Bird has an immediate opening for an Antitrust Staff Attorney to assist the firm’s busy M&A practice with Hart-Scott Rodino Act antitrust filings. A successful applicant will work closely with the firms’ antitrust partners and counsel to evaluate HSR compliance issues, counsel the firm’s clients, and prepare and submit HSR filings. Previous work on Hart-Scott-Rodino Act filings is strongly desired, and prior government agency experience is a plus. Cover letters may be addressed to Stephanie Denney, Associate Director of Attorney Hiring. Alston & Bird is accepting applications from all sources. Full job description and application link. 2. Antitrust Associate The Washington, DC, office of Alston & Bird has an immediate opening for an Antitrust associate with 3-5 years' experience to join a growing Chambers-ranked antitrust team with a focus on government enforcement/merger/counseling matters. A successful applicant will enjoy regular client exposure, project management responsibilities, and diverse work across a variety of interesting industries and clients on a collaborative team. Experience with antitrust law (counseling, investigations, and/or litigation) is required. Previous work on Hart-Scott-Rodino Act filings is strongly desired, and prior government agency experience is a plus. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials as well as strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Cover letters may be addressed to Stephanie Denney, Associate Director of Attorney Hiring. Alston & Bird is accepting applications from all sources. Full job description and application link.
American University Washington College of Law (multiple positions) (added on 10/10) 1. Associate Director, WCL Abroad & Summer Programs Salary range: $72,000-$80,000 Melanija Radnovic, Director, WCL Abroad & International Programs is hiring for this position. The Associate Director, WCL Abroad & Summer Programs is situated within the larger framework of International and Comparative Legal Studies (ICLS) at American University's Washington College of Law (AUWCL). In the role of the Associate Director, this position works closely with the Director of WCL Abroad and International Programs who in turn reports to Faculty Director of International Legal Studies Program with offices in the International Suite at WCL. Specifically, the Associate Director oversees all JD study abroad advising and serves as the primary point of contact for all study abroad students at WCL managing all aspects of WCL’s semester exchange and international dual degree programs for JD students nearly 20 partner universities; facilities course registration and transfer of academic credits for all study abroad students; develops and maintains positive relationships with international partner institutions; and assesses current programs offerings and potential new international opportunities for strategic alignment. Full job description and application link. 2. Practitioner-in-Residence, Immigration Law Clinic Salary range: $90,000 American University, Washington College of Law is seeking applications for a Practitioner-in-Residence for the spring 2026 semester in the Immigrant Justice Clinic. The position will run from late fall 2025 through the end of June 2026. American University’s in-house, “live-client” Clinical Program, comprising eleven (11) in-house clinics and serving nearly 200 students per year, is respected for its leadership in scholarship, development of clinical methodology, contributions to increasing access to justice for under-served clients and breadth of offerings. The Practitioner-in-Residence Program, created in 1998, is a program designed to train lawyers or entry-level clinicians interested in becoming clinical teachers in the practice and theory of clinical legal education. Many graduates of the Practitioner-in-Residence program (over 25) have gone on to tenure-track teaching positions at other law schools. Practitioners supervise student casework, co-teach weekly clinic seminars and case rounds, and engage in course planning and preparation with the clinic’s tenured faculty. They also teach a course outside of the clinical curriculum. The Practitioner-in-Residence Program provides training in clinical theory and methodology and a writing workshop designed to assist Practitioners in the development of their scholarship. Minimum qualifications include a JD degree, outstanding academic record, three years’ experience as a lawyer and membership in a state bar. Full job description and application link.
Human Trafficking Legal Center (added on 10/10) Senior Staff Attorney Salary range: $85,000 - $90,000 We are a bridge to justice for trafficking survivors. The Human Trafficking Legal Center connects trafficking survivors with pro bono representation so they can seek justice and thrive. We demand accountability from traffickers, from governments, and from corporations. The Human Trafficking Legal Center is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney to manage the organization’s direct legal services program. The Senior Staff Attorney will provide direct legal representation to trafficking survivors seeking T visas and other forms of affirmative immigration relief. The Senior Staff Attorney will partner with social services organizations to conduct intakes of new clients and handle case management for clients on the organization’s immigration docket. The Senior Staff Attorney will also provide expert technical assistance on immigration law to partner organizations and pro bono counsel. Full job description and application link.
Global Refuge (added on 10/10) Director of Advocacy Salary range: $116,200-$140,000 Alum Sara Jane Ibrahim shared this opportunity. Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Staff, the Director for Advocacy will provide strategic leadership for Global Refuge's advocacy efforts, developing and implementing a comprehensive departmental strategy to advance the organization's mission at all levels of government. Collaborate closely with the President & CEO and Senior Leadership Team to align on strategic priorities and coordinate tactical engagement. Responsibilities include: Supervise and support Advocacy staff, assigning responsibilities, overseeing diverse portfolios, and fostering excellence through regular engagement, and application of policy expertise; Actively maintain interdepartmental communication and coordination with the Global Refuge leadership, specifically ensuring Advocacy priorities and messaging are consistent with those of Communications, and the President's Office; Provide strong interdepartmental communication and coordination with Global Refuge leadership, ensuring that Advocacy priorities and messaging are fully aligned with those of the Communications team and the President's Office. Full job description and application link.
SpaceX (multiple positions) (added on 10/2) 1) Commercial Counsel, Launch and Starlink 2) Satellite Policy Associate (Starlink Regulatory Affairs)
Apple (added on 10/2) Senior Policy Legal Counsel Salary Range: $207,700-$311,600 pple has an opening for a Senior Standards Policy Legal Counsel. Responsibilities include developing global advocacy strategies, coordinating global advocacy activities and directly advocating on standards and IP policy related topics with government agencies and in standards setting organization policy groups and counseling clients on standards-related matters. As part of Apple’s Standards team, you will collaborate with team members and Apple internal stakeholders in Cupertino, Europe, Asia and other locations. Travel will be required. As Senior Policy Legal Counsel, you will develop global advocacy strategies, coordinate global standards advocacy activities and advocate directly with government agencies and standards setting organizations on standards and IP policy related topics. Develop position papers and talking points aimed at shaping the direction and content of potential initiatives. Participate in standards setting organization governance committees and IP policy working groups. Counsel clients on standards and IP policy related legal matters. Assess and analyze relevant rules and regulations across a broad range of issues that may have an impact on Apple’s business. Report to management and seek feedback on all relevant initiatives. Work cross functionally with a number of internal partners, including legal, government affairs and relevant business teams. Full job description and application link.
ArentFox Schiff DC Openings: (shared by AUWCL alumna and ArentFox Partner Pamela Deese. If you have questions about these positions, you may contact her at [email protected])
WTA Tour Inc. (added on 10/23) Associate Counsel/Counsel St. Petersburg, FL WTA is the global leader in women’s professional sports. The WTA is one of the world’s most recognizable and high-profile sports organizations, consisting of more than 1650 players representing approximately 85 nations, all competing to earn WTA rankings points and prestigious tournament titles. The Associate Counsel/Counsel will provide in-house legal support across all departments of the WTA, offering guidance on a broad range of legal matters. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, administering WTA Rules and policies, supporting governance and compliance efforts, and servicing WTA tournament and player members. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player with strong drafting skills, sound legal judgment, and sharp business acumen. Full job description and application link.
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (added on 10/24) Policy Counsel (DC, Atlanta or NYC) Salary range for Atanta: $111,00-$121,500 The NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) is the country’s first and foremost civil and human rights law organization.Policy Counsel works to identify, develop and implement legislative and other policy reform strategies at the federal, state, and local levels, with a concentration on LDF’s efforts to ensure our nation’s criminal justice laws are administered fairly and without regard to race. JD degree, with five (5) to seven (7) years of policy experience with an emphasis on criminal justice and admission to the Bar of the District of Columbia, New York or Georgia Bar based on respective assigned office location. Full job description and application link.
Clark Hill has multiple positions If you are interested in any positions at Clark Hill, reach out to alumnus Chris White at [email protected] before you apply. He's offered to assist AUWCL alums interested in the firm to avoid using a recruiter.
Capital One (multiple positions) (Added on 11/7) 1. Manager, Counsel- Transactions & Business Counsel-ESM McLean or Richmond, VA or Chicago, IL Salary ranges: McLean $158,400 - $180,800 and Richmond $144,000 - $164,400 The Manager, Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of procurement contracts escalated to Legal from our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team, as well as providing advice and counsel to ESM. The Counsel is a hybrid business counsel/transactions counsel role that will be responsible for the following: managing (including drafting and negotiating) procurement transactions that support Technology, Card, Retail and Commercial Bank, Auto Finance, Payment Network, Workplace Solutions, Brand, HR, Global Finance, and other lines of business and functional groups; identifying legal issues and risks in procurement and outsourcing contracts and working with a variety of legal stakeholders to draft appropriate terms and conditions; understanding and advising on internal guidelines and procedures; building and maintaining strong relationships with ESM and legal stakeholders; managing repeatable, controlled processes for transactional work. Full job description and application. 2. Manager, Counsel- Retail Bank Legal McLean or Richmond, VA or Chicago or Riverwoods IL Salary ranges: Mclean $158,400 - $180,800 and Richmond $144,000 - $164,400 The Capital One Legal team thrives on collaboration and creates an environment where everyone’s voice is heard. This exciting role will allow you to use your depth and breadth of experience to strategize and influence management, as well as the business lines you support. In addition, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your knowledge. An amazing opportunity exists for an experienced attorney to join Capital One’s Consumer & Small Business Legal team. In this critical business counsel role, you will help our Retail Bank Operations organization refine and service new and existing banking products for our millions of banking customers. In this role, the Manager, Counsel will apply strategic and analytical skills to support our business teams. The attorney in this role will be responsible for providing support to the various teams within Retail Bank’s operations line of business. The successful candidate must be capable of quickly answering complex legal questions that arise in the banking space, including with respect to federal consumer banking laws and state laws impacting consumer deposit accounts. Full job description and application. 3. Director, Compliance, Corporate Integrity McLean or Richmond, VA or Riverwoods, IL Salary ranges: McLean $200,100 - $228,400 or Richmond $181,800 - $207,500 As a Director within Corporate Integrity, you will be responsible for managing the Conflict of Interest (COI) and Gifts and Entertainment (G&E) Programs, which involve advising Capital One’s businesses and associates on a wide range of matters, including personal financial interests, work relationships involving familial/close personal ties, external board/advisory roles, and secondary employment. This position will involve conducting substantive reviews, including complex reviews and those involving senior executives; advising on mitigating conditions; and delivering advice and guidance to associates, up to and including senior executives. The position will also involve supervising a team of associates involved in the same types of work. You will also support other Corporate Integrity programs (e.g., Ethics Office, Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Program) in their initiatives involving awareness, education, and outreach related to COIs and G&Es; perform program-related monitoring activities; engage in data analytics to inform the programs; and provide advice and counsel. The ideal candidate is an experienced legal professional who works successfully both individually and collaboratively, as part of a team. You must be an empowering people leader, who is an active listener. Critical thinking skills and experience spotting issues and proactively identifying thoughtful well-reasoned solutions is crucial. Excellent judgment and discretion, effective prioritization, and top-notch written and oral communications skills are required. Full job description and application.
Nixon Peabody (added on 10/31) Corporate Tax Associate Chicago, IL (or CA, MA, RI, or NY) Salary for Chicago: $275,000-$325,000 Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join our Tax Team in any of our U.S. offices, or remote. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of experience with broad knowledge of corporate and transactional tax matters. The successful candidate will support our general corporate law team on matters in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, international transactions, and REITs. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service. Full job description and application. MacArthur Foundation (added on 10/13) Residency in Non-Profit Law (fall 2026 start date) Chicago, IL Salary: $90,000 The MacArthur Foundation offers a one-year residency in nonprofit law to a recent law school graduate to work in its Office of the General Counsel. The purpose of the residency is to provide exposure to the legal work of the MacArthur Foundation as well as experience in and exposure to the field of nonprofit law. Eligible applicants are students at an accredited law school or a tax related LLM program graduating in the spring of 2026 and law school (including tax related LLM) 2023, 2024 or 2025 graduates, all of whom must take the bar exam prior to the commencement of the residency. Full description and application details. MacArthur Justice Center (added on 10/2) Senior Counsel Chicago, IL Salary range: $125,000 – $158,000 MJC is a national nonprofit civil rights law firm. We represent people who have been harmed by America’s criminal legal system, seeking to vindicate their rights, elevate their story, and hold people with power accountable. We do this primarily through cutting-edge litigation and advocacy across the country, on end-to-end issues in the criminal legal system, from policing, to prosecutorial discretion, to rights of indigent defendants, to mass incarceration, to prison conditions, to wrongful convictions and the death penalty. The Senior Counsel develops and oversees complex litigation at the trial level (and appellate proceedings arising from trial-level litigation) in furtherance of MJC’s mission. They provide thought leadership on issues that the organization has identified as current priorities. They lead litigation teams and supervise and mentor junior attorneys, interns, fellows, and litigation support team members. They ensure a client-centered approach to litigation and engage in advocacy with organizational and pro bono partners. They also support the Director of the Illinois Office in case management, litigation team supervision and resource allocation. Full job description and application link.
ArentFox Schiff Open Position in Chicago (AUWCL alumna Pamela Deese is a partner at ArentFox and encouraged alumni to apply. If you have questions about these positions, you may contact her at [email protected])
Appellate Court of Maryland, Staff Attorney's Office (added on 11/10) Staff Attorney Annapolis, MD Salary: $100,346 The primary purpose of the position is to review the record developed in the lower court, the briefs filed by appellant litigants, conduct legal research, and write memoranda for the appellate panel regarding assigned cases on appeal to the Appellate Court of Maryland. The position involves substantial legal research, analysis, and writing and requires the ability to work independently. Must be a member in good standing of the Maryland Bar and have two years of legal work experience. Full job description and application link. Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) (added on 10/31) Staff Counsel Silver Spring, MD Salary range: $90,000-$110,000 (PEER) is a national nonprofit service organization that works with current and former federal, state, local, and tribal professionals who uphold environmental laws and values, including protection of public health. We work with public servants– including scientists, attorneys, land managers, rangers, and other specialists–in several ways to shine the light on improper or illegal government actions. This position would provide legal counseling and representation to public employees in federal and state court and administrative proceedings; initiate administrative and/or federal litigation related to issues identified by public employees, and help orchestrate campaigns for environmental, public lands, and public health reforms. Staff counsel will report to PEER’s General Counsel. Must have active membership in good standing in the District of Columbia Bar, or membership in good standing in another state bar with the ability to become admitted in D.C. Full job description and application.
Maryland Office of the Attorney General (multiple positions) (added 10/17) 1. Division Chief of the Independent Investigations Division (IID) Starting salary range: $134,418-$191,453 Baltimore, MD The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State’s legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an exceptional attorney to lead one of its most consequential and high-profile divisions: the Independent Investigations Division (IID). This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of public safety and accountability in Maryland. The role requires a skilled criminal trial lawyer and leader who brings vision and integrity to the work who can implement and refine best practices in the handling of these complex and sensitive cases. The Chief will be expected to investigate and litigate cases as well as supervise the Division’s caseload. In addition, the Chief will serve as a key advisor to the Attorney General on matters of statewide importance. The position also calls for someone who can build bridges across diverse communities, engaging meaningfully with law enforcement agencies, advocacy groups, families, and the public to foster trust and transparency. Full job description and application link.
Nixon Peabody (added on 10/31) Corporate Tax Associate Boston, MA (CA, IL, RI, or NY) Salary for Boston: $275,000-$325,000 Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join our Tax Team in any of our U.S. offices, or remote. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of experience with broad knowledge of corporate and transactional tax matters. The successful candidate will support our general corporate law team on matters in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, international transactions, and REITs. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service. Full job description and application.
Sanofi (added on 10/23) Corporate Counsel, Specialty Care Cambridge, MA Salary range: $125,250 - $208,750 We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We are seeking an attorney with 3+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience to join the Sanofi Legal Department as Corporate Counsel, responsible for Sanofi products (both investigational and marketed) managed by Sanofi’s US and Global Specialty Care Business Unit. This role will also support day to day initiatives and long-term strategies. This is a broad business lawyering role that includes strategic and transactional counseling. The Corporate Counsel will need to be confident and comfortable with senior decision makers and be able to work independently across Sanofi at multiple levels. The Corporate Counsel will provide input on complex and sensitive legal and business issues and will advise his/her internal stakeholders in a manner that advances the company’s strategy while addressing legal and regulatory risks and preserving and protecting the company’s integrity and reputation. The Corporate Counsel will be expected to provide prompt, strategic, useful and thorough input to internal clients and management regarding complex and wide-ranging legal matters, particularly in the area of advertising and promotion, fraud and abuse and other applicable healthcare laws. Application Deadline is December 31. Full job description and application link.
The Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Boston Bar Association (multiple positions) (Added on 10/1) Boston, MA 1) Deputy Director Salary range: $125,000 - $135,000 The Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Boston Bar Association (VLP) is a non-profit legal services organization that provides free civil legal assistance to low-income residents of Greater Boston, primarily through the pro bono services of private attorneys. The Deputy Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of all legal service delivery at VLP. This role supervises the organization’s legal units and pro bono program to ensure that VLP’s services are responsive to emerging client needs, aligned with community priorities, and carried out in collaboration with courts, community partners, and the private bar. Full job description and application link. 2) Supervising Attorney of the Economic Fairness Unit Salary range: $100,785 The supervising attorney will provide oversight and support in substantive law and general litigation practice. A clearly defined substantive supervisory structure will elevate the skills of the attorneys in the Economic Fairness Unit and improve the consistency, accuracy, and depth of the advice and mentoring given to both VLP staff and pro bono attorneys, to better serve our clients and community. The supervising attorney will also rotate as an on-call attorney at our call center. Full job description and application link. 3) Staff Attorney - Family Law and Gaurdianship Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 We are seeking a full-time staff attorney with a dedicated commitment to the communities and people we serve to work in our family law and guardianship units. The Staff Attorney will conduct training, answer substantive questions from volunteers, identify appropriate referrals as well as participate in weekly Family Law & Guardianship clinics as well as rotate as an on-call attorney at our call center. Full description and application link. 4) Staff Attorney - Housing & Appeals Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 The Housing and Appeals Staff Attorney will represent clients in housing cases and single-justice civil appeals cases (though the representation in appeals should be minimal as the purpose of the Civil Appeals unit is to be a pro bono unit where private attorneys take the cases), in various courts, mentor pro bono attorneys, supervise interns and a housing and appeals paralegal who supports the housing & appeals unit, identify appropriate referrals, co-manage the virtual Answer and Discovery clinic including the prep and post clinic work, as well as staff and supervise volunteers at the weekly Lawyer for the Day and Answer & Discovery clinics. The Staff Attorney will conduct trainings, answer substantive questions from volunteers, supervise interns, identify appropriate referrals as well as rotate as an on-call attorney at our call center. Full description and application link. Harvard Law School's Enviromental & Energy Law Program (Added on 10/1) Legal Fellow (2026-2027 academic year) Cambridge, MA Salary range: $76,400-$130,000 Harvard Law School’s Environmental & Energy Law Program (EELP) is seeking a Legal Fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year with the potential to renew for one additional year. The fellowship is a full-time, in-person position in Cambridge, Mass. The position reports to EELP’s executive director. The Fellow will provide legal research and analysis on a range of current issues in environmental and energy law. The Fellow may also have the opportunity to develop new projects, both independently and collaboratively with EELP colleagues, to provide rigorous legal analysis to advance deep decarbonization and protect public health and welfare. The Fellow’s work will entail but is not limited to: Working closely with the Executive Director, collaborating with EELP attorneys and staff, and supervising HLS student research assistants, as well as receiving occasional assignments from the program’s faculty directors; Coordinating assignments and events for EELP research assistants and other Harvard Law School students; Researching and writing legal analysis through white papers, blog posts, and occasionally, lengthier articles for academic law journals or external publications. Research topics will include a variety of environmental and climate issues, and the Fellow will be encouraged to pursue research and writing on topics that interest them; Interacting with practitioners, stakeholders, and academics active in relevant legal and policy areas; May be asked to respond to press inquiries. Application deadline is November 1. Full job description and application link.
ArentFox Schiff Boston Openings: (shared by AUWCL alumna and ArentFox Partner Pamela Deese. If you have questions about these positions, you may contact her at [email protected])
Clark Hill has positions in Michigan If you are interested in any positions at Clark Hill, reach out to alumnus Chris White at [email protected] before you apply. He's offered to assist AUWCL alums interested in the firm to avoid using a recruiter.
Rutgers School of Law (added on 11/10) Newark or Camden, NJ Managing Staff Attorney, NJ Innocence Project for Criminal and Youth Justice Clinic (Research Associate) Salary range: $110,000-$140,000 Rutgers Law School seeks to hire a full-time Managing Staff Attorney for the New Jersey Innocence Project at Rutgers University. The attorney will provide legal representation and informal advocacy to those seeking exoneration for wrongful conviction. The attorney will also oversee the project’s case screening and investigation processes, collaborate with pro bono partners, work with an established Advisory Board, and, in collaboration with the director, seek sources of external funding. Finally, the attorney will participate in statewide justice reform initiatives and community education efforts. The Managing Attorney may be resident at either the Newark or Camden location of the Law School, depending on the preference of the successful candidate. Grant Funded Offer and employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and/or program needs. Full job description and application link.
ACLU New Jersey (added on 11/7) Newark, NJ 1. Political Director Salary range: $160,000 + The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey seeks a seasoned Political Director to lead its newly formed Political Advocacy Department. This role is a meaningful opportunity in an organization making profound differences in the lives of people across New Jersey. We take pride in our decades' long reputation of fighting for people whose civil rights are challenged. The Political Director will play a vital role in shaping a bold vision to protect and promote civil liberties. This position sits at the intersection of policy, law, organizing, and politics, utilizing many tools to achieve our transformative agenda. The Political Director will lead our efforts in shaping public policy to protect the civil rights of New Jerseyans, building coalitions to support and advocate for those policies, and mobilizing communities to take action to protect rights and liberties. They will also further develop and oversee our issue-based, non-partisan voter and electoral engagement program. Full job description and application link. 2.Immigrants’ Rights Supervising Attorney Salary range: $115,000 + As part of an organization that uses an integrated, inter-departmental approach to advocacy, the staff attorney will join a 14+ person legal team that engages in litigation and a wide range of advocacy tools to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and that works collaboratively with policy and communications colleagues to maximize the ACLU-NJ’s impact. All staff attorneys on the legal team are responsible for identifying possible litigation and advocacy; conducting factual and legal research; evaluating legal theory and strategy; identifying, interviewing, and counseling clients and witnesses; writing demand letters; drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; conducting discovery; working with experts; presenting oral arguments; negotiating settlements; handling appeals; and writing amicus briefs. The focus of this position will be engaging in and supervising the development and execution of litigation and other legal advocacy projects focused on New Jersey’s immigrant communities. Full job description and application link.
Meta (added on 11/10) Associate General Counsel, Investigations New York, NY (or CA, DC or TX) Salary range: $226,00- $304,000 The successful candidate will partner with investigators to prevent harm, protect user rights, privacy, and safety, and address integrity challenges through innovative legal and technical solutions. The role involves addressing complex, novel legal issues within a demanding, fast-paced global environment. Lead and advise on investigations into on-platform abuse, including complex matters related to terrorism, threats of violence, child safety, human exploitation, and fraud/scams. Counsel integrity teams on investigations, crisis response, and information-sharing initiatives. Requires active membership in at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status. 8+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, and/or in-house or government experience. 5+ years experience litigating criminal cases or providing legal advice to law enforcement. Full job description and application link.
Department of Social Services' Fair Hearing Administration (added on 11/10) Senior Attorney Manhattan, NY Salary range: $92,525 – $106,404 Assistance Program (MAP). The Fair Hearing Administration also represents the Agency in administrative hearings involving the Department of Homeless Services as well as HRA administered shelters for DV survivors. Under the general direction of the Assistant General Counsel, with latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Senior Attorney position will prosecute or defend civil legal actions in court or before administrative bodies or prepare and review legal documents on behalf of the Commissioner. This supervisory position is distinct from the other Agency Attorney positions since this position involves appearing in front of the appropriate administrative or judiciary body to litigate the interest of the agency pertaining to intentional program violations of any value or complexity, including those based on fraud, conspiracy, or collusion to obtain public assistance, SNAP, health coverage, or services to which the applicant or recertifying participant and/or their household members are not eligible for. Full job description and application.
New York Court System - Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department (multiple positions) (added on 11/7) 1. Assistant or Associate Attorney Garden City, NY Salary range: dependent on experience The Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department is currently seeking applications for an attorney in the Court's Mental Hygiene Legal Service. The position will be filled as either an Assistant or Associate Attorney, dependant on experience of the applicant selected. Applicants should specify the position or title for which they wish to be considered. The Mental Hygiene Legal Service (“MHLS”) provides legal representation and advocacy to individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, and those alleged to be in need of mental health services, in legal matters including civil and criminal commitment, treatment over objection, guardianship, sex offender civil management, and assisted outpatient treatment. MHLS attorneys regularly appear in the New York courts in difficult cases concerning involuntary hospitalization and psychiatric treatment. This position involves frequent fieldwork, including meeting with clients at psychiatric hospitals, other facilities or private residences. In addition, MHLS attorneys advocate informally on behalf of clients and represent them at administrative hearings. Some litigation experience is preferred but not required. Application deadline is November 21. Full job description and application. 2. Principle Attorney - Mental Hygiene Legal Service White Plains, NY Salary range: $137,325 + $4,920 Location Pay The Mental Hygiene Legal Service (“MHLS”) provides legal representation and advocacy to individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, and those alleged to be in need of mental health services, in legal matters including civil and criminal commitment, treatment over objection, guardianship, sex offender civil management, and assisted outpatient treatment. Principal Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, departmental law-guardian offices, or other such units where they research legal questions and issues, organize complex investigations, prepare and present complex cases before administrative tribunals and trial and appellate courts, and perform related duties. Principal Attorneys may also assist in selecting and training new staff, developing and implementing policies and procedures and in handling day-to-day administrative matters. They may also work with advisory committees, assist with planning and executing educational programs, assist with resolving administrative problems, and serve as director of a departmental law guardian office. Application deadline is November 24. Full job description and application. 3. Assistant Deputy Cheif Appellate Court Attorney Brooklyn, NY Salary range: $130,061 + $4,920 Location Pay Assistant Deputy Chief Appellate Court Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and are responsible for assisting in administering the operations of Appellate Division Law Departments. Assistant Deputy Chief Appellate Court Attorneys are assigned to assist in supervision of appellate court attorney personnel. They research and analyze complex legal issues and questions on appeal from courts of general jurisdiction and also perform other related duties. Application deadline is November 24. Full job description and application.
Urban Justice Center (added on 10/31) Supervising Immigration Attorney - Domestic Violence Project New York, NY Salary range: $90,112.31-$99,179.75 DVP seeks a full-time Supervising Attorney, Immigration Law with 5-10 years of experience in immigration law to join a passionate team of attorneys and advocates to help survivors of intimate partner violence, and their children gain safety, security, and independence. The Attorney will help provide supervision of legal staff and lead community-based outreach and trainings. The Attorney will also provide legal representation and advocacy on immigration matters including U and T visas, SIJS, adjustment of status, VAWA Self-Petitions, Battered Spouse Waivers, and naturalizations. The ideal candidate has experience managing a team, thrives working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, is comfortable with public speaking, and has a passion for helping to build partnerships and community. Full job description and application. Meta (added on 10/31) Associate General Counsel, Special Investigations Menlo Park, CA (DC, or NYC) Salary range: $198,00-$266,000 Meta seeks a highly motivated team player to join a team of attorneys responsible for handling privileged and complex internal investigations on matters relating to a host of legal risk areas, including anti-corruption, cyber-security, anti-money laundering, securities, competition law, international trade and fraud. The ideal candidate will also help Meta assess and identify potential legal and regulatory risk as well as identify programmatic areas in which the company can strengthen its systems of accounting, compliance and integrity controls. This attorney will work closely with cross-functional partners to appropriately scope, investigate and remediate matters, mitigating risk for the company. Active membership in at least one US state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status (if required by the State Bar in the assigned work location), 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm and/or in-house or government experience; 5+ years relevant experience conducting investigations. Full job description and application link.
Nixon Peabody (added on 10/31) Corporate Tax Associate NYC, Long Island or Rochester, NY (or IL, MA, RI, or CA) Salary ranges: for NYC, $275,000-$325,000; Long Island, $220,000-$240,000, and Rochester, $180,000-$200,00 Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join our Tax Team in any of our U.S. offices, or remote. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of experience with broad knowledge of corporate and transactional tax matters. The successful candidate will support our general corporate law team on matters in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, international transactions, and REITs. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service. Full job description and application.
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (added on 10/24) Policy Counsel (DC, Atlanta or NYC) Salary range for NYC: $128,000-$140,00 The NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) is the country’s first and foremost civil and human rights law organization.Policy Counsel works to identify, develop and implement legislative and other policy reform strategies at the federal, state, and local levels, with a concentration on LDF’s efforts to ensure our nation’s criminal justice laws are administered fairly and without regard to race. JD degree, with five (5) to seven (7) years of policy experience with an emphasis on criminal justice and admission to the Bar of the District of Columbia, New York or Georgia Bar based on respective assigned office location. Full job description and application link.
New York State Office of the Attorney General (added on 10/24) Assistant Attorney General, Social Justice Division Labor Bureau, New York City Reference No. LAB_NYC_AAG_3834 Application Deadline is November 21, 2025 Salary range: $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay Full job description and application link.
The WNET Group (added on 10/24) Vice President & General Counsel New York, New York Salary range: $275,000 - $305,000 The Vice President and General Counsel oversees a team of 7, and is responsible for managing legal affairs, compliance and production contracts. The General Counsel will serve as the chief legal advisor, overseeing all legal matters and ensuring that the organization’s activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. This position also serves as the Secretary to the Board of Trustees of WNET. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in nonprofit law, media and First Amendment issues, intellectual property, and contracts, as well as a deep commitment to the mission of public-interest journalism. Reporting to the CEO, the Vice President and General Counsel conceives and executes legal strategy and helps drive the design and implementation of The WNET Group business strategy. The Vice President and General Counsel oversees the legal department collaborating closely with other departments and members of the Senior Management Team. Full job description and application link.
Safety Net Project- Urban Justice Center (added on 10/24) Supervising Housing Attorney New York, New York Salary range: $115,357 and $140,168 The Urban Justice Center’s Safety Net Project (SNP) provides direct legal and social services in the areas of public benefits access, homelessness, and tenant rights. SNP also engages in policy advocacy and community organizing around homelessness and welfare rights issues led by impacted community members, the Safety Net Activists. We are seeking applicants for the Housing Director position. SNP’s housing practice provides Right to Counsel representation to tenants in eviction cases and conducts affirmative litigation and tenant association representation. The Housing Director’s role is to lead SNP’s landlord- tenant legal services and ensure that SNP’s housing staff receive high quality support and supervision, while maintaining the resources SNP needs to sustain a quality high-volume litigation practice. We are seeking a Housing Director who is looking for a creative and non-traditional environment, working with passionate and dedicated advocates in the fight against gentrification, displacement, and racist housing systems. Full job description and application link.
Helix Records (added on 10/24) Associate Director, Business & Legal Affairs New York, New York Salary range: $144,799-$153,313 Business & Legal Affairs, as well as other members of the company, and to help grow and manage our catalogue of artists and music-related content. We’re looking for someone with the enthusiasm and passion to bring music into peoples’ lives across the globe. Candidates must have a strong legal background, be comfortable working autonomously on a wide variety of music-related agreements, and be experienced and quick with drafting and closing recording agreements and publishing agreements. The position of Associate Director, Business & Legal Affairs includes, but is not limited to, the following: Review, summarize, manage and track a wide variety of contracts, including, without limitation, recording agreements, music publishing agreements, producer agreements, side artist agreements, sample license agreements, video production agreements, creative services agreements, remix agreement and label waivers; Draft, review, edit, proofread and negotiate agreements and various legal documents under the direction of counsel. Facilitate and manage deal signings, including by coordinating the collection of signature copies. Full job description and application link.
New York State Office of the Attorney General (added on 10/17) Special Assistant Attorney General, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Criminal Justice Division Hauppauge (Suffolk County) Reference No. MFCU_HAU_SAAG_3818 Application Deadline is November 7, 2025 Salary range: $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay Full job description and application link.
New York State Office of the Attorney General (added on 10/17) Special Assistant Attorney General, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Civil Enforcement Division New York, New York Reference No. MFCU/CED_NYC_SAAG_3820 Application deadline is November 7, 2025 Salary range: $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay Full job description and application link.
Pregnancy Justice (added on 10/17) Senior Staff Attorney New York, New York Salary range: $144,799-$153,313 The Senior Staff Attorney manages caseloads with significant complexity and is a highly experienced civil rights attorney, with deep impact and/or complex litigation experience at the trial and appellate levels. This position leads civil rights cases in federal and state courts and before administrative bodies, representing clients throughout the legal process from fact investigation to filing, motion practice, discovery, oral argument, trial, and appeal. The Senior Staff Attorney will develop strategic civil litigation to advance Pregnancy Justice’s goal of ending the criminalization of pregnancy, informed by the organization’s work representing pregnant people in criminal and family defense cases. The Senior Staff Attorney will work closely with local attorneys to assist in holistic legal advocacy and litigation with a demonstrated commitment to public education, partnerships, and engaging with grassroots organizations and community members to inform the legal work. Full job description and application link.
LatinoJustice PRLDEF (added on 10/17) Associate/Senior Counsel for Voting Rights New York, New York Salary range: $97,83.05-$110,784.25 Since its inception, LatinoJustice has brought groundbreaking litigation in key areas including establishing a right to bilingual education in public schools, providing bilingual ballots and language assistance to Spanish-speaking voters, and fighting anti-immigrant ordinances. LatinoJustice PRLDEF (LJP) seeks an experienced and dynamic litigator to advance LJP’s voting rights litigation docket at a critical time when members of our community’s right to vote is under attack. LJP’s Associate/Senior Counsel for Voting Rights identifies and develops new voting rights litigation, helps lead and support existing litigation matters, and manages their effective execution. In addition, the Associate/Senior Counsel maintains their own voting rights litigation docket. Full job description and application link.
Underberg & Kessler LLP (added on 10/17) Rochester, New York Firm is hiring for multiple associate attorney positions (commercial real estate, corporate, and litigation positions). Alum Jacob Zoghlin is a Partner and shared these opportunities and if any alums are interested, please reach out to him.
Peloton (multiple positions) (Added on 10/17) New York, New York 1) Head of Compliance, Policy & Regulatory Affairs Salary range: $314,400-$400,550 Full job description and application link. 2) Sr. Counsel, Corporate Securities and Governance Salary range: $215,050-$264,150 Full job description and application link. 3) Sr. Counsel, Product Salary range: $215,050-$264,150 Full job description and application link. 4) Legal Director, Product Safety Salary range: $277,000-$352,900 Full job description and application link. 5) Legal Director, Privacy Salary range: $277,000-$352,900 Full job description and application link.
New York Legal Assistance Group (added on 10/17) Immigration Advocacy Staff Attorney New York, New York Salary range: $90,111-$103,515 Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. The Special Litigation Unit of the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) is seeking a highly motivated Immigration Advocacy Staff Attorney for a full-time position with at least 3 and up to 7 years of legal experience. This position will be part of the Special Litigation Unit team, but work closely with the Immigrant Protection Unit, which provides legal services to immigrants in a wide variety of contexts, including removal defense, applications for asylum and other humanitarian relief, green cards through family-based petitions, and naturalization applications. The attorney will focus on litigation and advocacy affecting immigrants in New York City, including complex habeas petitions on behalf of detained noncitizens, federal appeals from immigration decisions, and class action and other impact litigation on a wide range of issues that affect immigrants, including public benefits, housing, and homelessness services. Full job description and application link.
Advocates for Children of New York (multiple positions) (added on 10/17) New York, New York 1. (Senior) Special Education Policy Manager Salary range: $76,385-$110,000 Advocates For Children (AFC) is a dynamic social justice organization that strives to ensure a high-quality education for New York students who face barriers to academic success, focusing on students from low-income backgrounds. AFC works on behalf of children and youth who are at greatest risk of academic failure due to poverty, race, ethnicity, disability, homelessness, immigration status/limited English proficiency, or involvement in the child welfare or juvenile/criminal legal systems. AFC seeks a Senior Special Education Policy Manager or a Special Education Policy Manager, depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. This role will lead our policy work advocating to strengthen education for students with disabilities in New York City. The role will coordinate a large coalition focused on special education in New York City and also coordinate advocacy for AFC’s policy priorities related to students with disabilities at the city and state levels. AFC’s policy priorities are based on our on-the-ground experience helping thousands of individual families navigate New York City’s education system every year. Full job description and application link. 2. Staff Attorney Salary range: $83,899-$91,036 AFC seeks an energetic Staff Attorney determined to make a difference for NYC families struggling to gain appropriate educational services for their children in the country’s largest school district during an unparalleled time of difficulty for low-income families of children with disabilities. The focus of this Staff Attorney position will be representing families with children with disabilities in administrative proceedings in order to obtain services that are the difference maker in a child’s future. The day-to-day responsibilities of this position include conducting intake, reviewing school records and psychological evaluations, engaging with and advocating before school staff, and exploring schools and services that may serve as potential remedies. The Staff Attorney will draft and file due process complaints that culminate in special education hearings, where the attorney will present and argue the student’s case through evidence and witness testimony, and any legal briefing required to prevail. This position will report to the Director of Project Thrive. Full job description and application link. 3. Staff Attorney- Court Involved Youth- School Justice Project Salary range: $86,278-$95,794 Advocates for Children of New York, Inc. (AFC) seeks a dedicated attorney to join the School Justice Project to provide direct representation, outreach, community education, and policy advocacy, to ensure that youth involved in the juvenile and/or criminal legal system have meaningful access to appropriate educational services during an unparalleled time of difficulty for them and their families. Given the evolving implementation of policies and programs for court-involved youth, the need for education advocacy by an attorney versed in the juvenile and/or criminal legal system is critical. This position will report to the Director of the School Justice Project. Full job description and application link.
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP (added on 10/17) New York, New York Pro Bono Attorney Salary range: $200,000-$225,000 Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is a premier law firm with market-leading practices, a global perspective and strong New York roots. Our clients look to us to bring a distinctively high degree of quality, intensity and creativity to resolve legal challenges effectively and cost efficiently. We believe in hiring talented and dedicated individuals as members of our administrative community. We draw on the strength of our culture and structure to deliver the best of our firm to our lawyers and clients through true collaboration. The firm is seeking a passionate and experienced Pro Bono Attorney to join our award-winning. Pro Bono team to play a critical role in advancing the firm’s commitment to pro bono work by supporting and expanding pro bono initiatives across a wide range of practice areas and jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will join our professional services team and report directly to the Global Pro Bono Counsel & Director of Corporate Philanthropy, collaborating on key initiatives. The Pro Bono Attorney will work closely with lawyers, legal services organizations, community partners, and will help to manage the pro bono program, mentor lawyers engaged in pro bono work and help to develop innovative strategies to meet emerging legal needs in underserved communities. Full job description and application link.
Microsoft (multiple positions) (added on 10/17) DC or Redmond, WA, or New York, NY, or Mountain View, CA 1. Senior Corporate Counsel The Corporate External and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is looking for a skilled attorney with a passion for technology to join the Cloud + AI legal team and serve as a trusted advisor for the Azure engineering group. As Senior Corporate Counsel, you will take on a broad and varied portfolio of legal work critical to supporting some of Microsoft’s most strategic products and services, including AI supercomputing infrastructure. The broad and varied portfolio of legal work includes all aspects of developing and operating hyperscale cloud services, including negotiating complex technology collaboration agreements with Microsoft’s most strategic partners and compliance with product engineering. Full job description and application link. 2. Principle Corporate Counsel Are you an attorney with a passion for gaming and ready to work at the forefront of legal challenges impacting marketing and advertising in the video game and entertainment industry? The Corporate and External Legal Affairs (CELA) organization is hiring Principal Corporate Counsel to provide legal support in the areas of Advertising and Marketing across Xbox and Microsoft’s game studios. In this role you will be an integral part of the business teams you support, providing day-to-day legal counsel on a broad range of domestic and international issues impacting marketing and advertising as well as consumer protection, publicity rights, intellectual property, antitrust, privacy, digital safety, and emerging regulations. Full job description and application link.
Uber (multiple positions) (added on 10/10) 1. Senior Counsel, Global Trade DC or San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle, NYC, or Dallas Salary range for DC: $243,000-$270,000 Our mission is to serve as Uber’s go-to legal experts on trade and sanctions risk, enabling high-velocity decision-making across our most complex growth plays: AV technology, AI solutions, cross-border M&A, global supply chains, and new international markets. You’ll work at the intersection of legal, product, policy, and strategy to help Uber navigate evolving export controls, sanctions, FDI restrictions, and supply chain regulations. Your impact will shape how Uber expands and innovates globally with speed, confidence, and integrity. As Senior Counsel, Global Trade you will: Serve as Uber’s lead counsel on U.S. and global trade regimes, including export controls (EAR/ITAR) and classification ( ECCN/USML), OFAC sanctions, and cross-border investment restrictions; Partner with Corporate Development and Legal during early-stage diligence to advise on trade exposure, jurisdictional risk, and market-entry structuring; Monitor and interpret geopolitical developments (e.g., U.S.-China, MEA, Russia, APAC) and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for business teams; Build and maintain scalable legal frameworks to manage evolving trade risk in AV partnerships, AI development, and global operations; Partner with Policy, Legal, Security, Product, and regional legal teams to ensure coordinated responses to regulatory change and enforcement trends. Full job description and application link. 2. Senior Counsel, Tech Transactions, Autonomous Vehicles DC or San Francisco or NYC Salary range for DC: $243,000-$270,000 We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced commercial attorney to join Uber’s Autonomous Mobility & Delivery legal team as we develop the world’s best platform for autonomous vehicles to go to market. If you’re passionate about tech transactions, creating industry-first frameworks, and transforming the way that people go anywhere and get (almost) anything, come and join this bold team as we scale Uber’s AV offerings. This Senior Counsel will own a wide range of commercial matters including drafting and negotiating partner agreements that govern AV deployments across mobility and delivery use cases, integrating safety, data sharing, fleet management, intellectual property, regulatory and privacy principles. You’ll also provide counseling on related product integrations, working closely with the business to launch autonomous vehicles across the Uber platform. Full job description and application link.
Clear (added on 10/10) VP Legal Counsel New York, NY Salary range: $250,000 - $300,000 Clear is looking for an experienced VP, Legal Counsel to help guide CLEAR’s Growth vertical as we expand into a myriad of opportunities in entertainment, travel & hospitality, financial services, aviation, healthcare, and more. You will report directly to the General Counsel and will be responsible for providing legal counsel to a variety of stakeholders in our rapidly growing organization. What you'll do: Partner closely with business development teams and provide advice and professional guidance on deals, strategy, risk, and scalable growth; Work directly with clients, vendors, and partners to draft, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements; Serve as a key advisor and will participate in decision-making and strategy development for the business with the goal of protecting the assets and reputation of the company. Full job description and application link.
Citi (multiple positions) (added on 10/2) New York, NY 1) Senior Lead Counsel- Foreign Exchange-SVP Salary range: $211,280.00 - $316,920.00 Citi is seeking a seasoned lawyer to work with its industry-leading foreign exchange business to provide legal support across a range of trading activity with a particular focus on large, complex, transactions. As Senior Lead Counsel 1 - Foreign Exchange, this role will provide cutting edge legal support focused on structuring, risk assessing, and documenting large transactions designed to meet specific needs of corporate and institutional counterparties. This role will be responsible for: Working in close partnership with the business product team on all aspects of legal and regulatory risk assessment of proposed large FX transactions, including but not limited to deal contingent and loan-linked transactions; Advising business partners on the assessment of due diligence information and transactional documents relevant to related or underlying transactions; Providing legal input to and oversight of drafting complex documentation of FX transactions. Full job description and application link. 2) Associate General Counsel, U.S. Bank Regulatory Group, Director Salary range: $170,000.00 - $300,000.00 Citi’s Legal Department is hiring an experienced bank regulatory lawyer as senior attorney (C-15 – Director level) in its U.S. Bank Regulatory Legal Group. The Bank Regulatory Legal Group is a key team of attorneys for a highly regulated but also innovative banking organization that is a trusted partner for our clients. Attorneys in the group advise on a broad range of U.S. federal banking laws and regulations, primarily the National Bank Act, Federal Reserve Act, the Bank Merger Act, and the Bank Holding Company Act as well as the Federal Reserve’s Regulations K, O, W, and Y in connection with Citi’s activities, transactions and investments. The group’s internal clients span the enterprise globally and include all lines of business and corporate functions, including but not limited to, Risk, Finance, and Compliance. We are seeking a pragmatic and talented senior lawyer who can operate effectively in an in-house lawyer role for a large, complex global banking organization with nearly 2,000 employees in the Legal Department and more than 200,000 employees worldwide. Full job description and application link. 3) Senior Attorney, Securitization and Lending Salary range: $211,280.00 - $316,920.00 North America Markets Legal is seeking an experienced structured finance and housing finance lawyer to provide legal counsel and support to businesses within Spread Products in the New York office. A primary responsibility of this role will be to provide legal coverage for Citi Community Capital, a business unit at Citi responsible for financing originating and investing in multifamily affordable housing, and community and economic development private equity and tax credit investment transactions, primarily for Community Reinvestment Act credit. Applicants should have experience in structured finance and securitizations, multifamily affordable housing finance, economic development, asset management, bond financing, debt transactions and Community Reinvestment Act. Full job description and application link.
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New York (added on 10/2) Pro Bono Supervising Attorney Bronx, NY Salary range: $90,000 - $105,000 The Pro Bono Supervising Attorney is one of several attorneys in the Division’s pro bono program staff reporting to the Managing Attorney. Each Supervising Attorney administers and coordinates various pro bono program functions, including participation at community legal clinics; intake and assessment of cases for placement; engagement in matching process; and substantive mentorship and technical assistance for all cases under their supervision. The Supervising Attorney will be available to train, mentor, advise and supervise pro bono volunteer advocates including firm attorneys, general counsel, solo practitioners, law students, fellows, etc.; will supervise internal staff attorneys; and will maintain an internal caseload secondary to and dependent on supervision needs. The Supervising Attorney will also keep staff updated about changes in laws, procedures, and policies relevant to immigrants, and will assist in developing legal strategies to address emerging issues. Also includes, as appropriate and necessary, supervision of departmental legal staff, directed advocacy, program development, program representation with public and private stakeholders, limited teaching/speaking. Full job description and application link.
Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC (multiple positions) (added on 10/2) 1. Intellectual Property Attorney Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse, NY Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, a full-service law firm of more than 300 attorneys with 14 offices that are located across New York State, as well as in Boston, Kansas City, FL and NJ, is seeking IP Attorneys with at least two years of experience to join the firm’s growing and sophisticated intellectual property practice. Candidates must have outstanding academic credentials and excellent communication skills with at least 2 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Candidates will also preferably have experience with intellectual property litigation and/or trademark prosecution and enforcement. While all technical disciplines will be considered, candidates will preferably possess an undergraduate or advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, physics or mechanical engineering. USPTO registration is required. Full job description and application link. 2. Business Attorney Syracuse or Rochester, NY Salary range: $110,000 - $155,000 Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, is seeking several associates to join our sophisticated business practice group. Qualifications: Applicant should have a background in: private and public merger and acquisition transactions, both in structuring and financing; general corporate counseling of for profit and not-for-profit entities, including software licensing and commercial and vendor contracting; working with closely-held and family businesses; negotiating high dollar technology, commercial and vendor contracts; and business structuring and governance. Full job description and application link.
NYC Parks (added on 10/2) Agency Counsel for Advocates Office New York, NY Salary range: $83,000-$95,450 Alum Saba Jote shared this opportunity at her employer. NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land – 14 percent of New York City – including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens. The Parks Advocate’s office investigates and prosecutes allegations of employee misconduct and takes appropriate disciplinary action when warranted. The office also oversees the Agency’s drug and alcohol testing program. Major Responsibilities of the Agency Counsel include: Under supervision of the Assistant Commissioner for Discipline and Investigation with latitude for independent and unreviewed action and decision, assist with managing the Agency's drug and alcohol testing caseload; Performing difficult and complex legal work on behalf of the Agency related to positive drug and alcohol testing; Conduct trainings on disciplinary procedures; Acts as a legal liaison with leadership within the Agency and with other City agencies; Update case tracking database with relevant case information. Application deadline is October 27. Full job description and application link.
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Duke Law School Environmental Law and Policy Clinic (added on 11/11) Supervising Attorney Durham, NC Duke University School of Law seeks to hire a Supervising Attorney to support the Duke Environmental Law and Policy Clinic. The Clinic is a joint initiative between Duke Law School and the Nicholas School of the Environment, enrolling students from each school to work on interdisciplinary projects and cases for clients who cannot afford legal and professional environmental services. The successful candidate will work closely with the Clinic’s Co-Directors and Staff Scientist to teach in the Clinic’s seminar and supervise student work on cases and projects. Minimum professional requirements include a J.D. (or foreign equivalent) and at least three years of substantive legal experience providing exemplary representation in environmental law matters. North Carolina Bar membership is required for this position. Preference will be given to those already licensed in North Carolina. Non-members hired for this position would be expected to seek membership as soon as possible. Application deadline is December 19. Full job description and application link.
NC State (added on 10/24) Deputy General Counsel Raleigh, NC he NC State Office of General Counsel provides, manages and coordinates all legal services for the university in a collegial, responsive and professional manner. The office provides legal and risk management advice on a wide variety of matters to the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, senior officers, other university administrators, and faculty and staff who are acting on behalf of the university. The office represents the university in administrative proceedings before federal and state agencies and coordinates all litigation matters. The Deputy General Counsel plays a pivotal role in advancing the university’s mission by providing high-level legal counsel and strategic guidance on matters impacting North Carolina State University. As a trusted advisor and key member of the Office of General Counsel leadership team, this position reports directly to the Vice Chancellor and General Counsel. The Deputy General Counsel will collaborate with a dedicated team of legal professionals to address a wide array of legal, risk management, and compliance issues, ensuring the university operates within legal and regulatory frameworks while supporting its academic and operational goals. This role is responsible for delivering proactive legal strategies, managing complex legal matters, and building strong relationships with university leadership, faculty, and staff. Full job description and application link.
Porter Wright (open positions) These opportunities were shared by alumnus Adam Wilczwekski '04. Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to David Zimmerman, Recruiting and Human Resources Manager at [email protected].
RICOH (added on 10/10) Senior Counsel, Litigation and Business Exton, PA Salary range: $170,000-$190,000 Ricoh is an integrated solutions provider and partner that connects people and technology, creates outstanding customer experiences, and delivers innovation for businesses worldwide. We empower digital workplaces by enabling individuals to work smarter from any location and harness the power of information—how it is collected, stored, managed, and shared—to unlock the potential in every organization. The Senior Counsel for Litigation and Business will manage the company’s commercial litigation and other legal matters, including litigation avoidance. The role provides general legal advice on business legal matters affecting one or more RICOH business units and/or corporate functions, including but not limited to negotiating commercial agreements. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Manages the commercial litigation portfolio, working with external counsel; Working with the General Counsel and/or Vice President & Associate General Counsel, coordinates external counsel to represent company in all litigation, whether as a defendant or plaintiff, and negotiates the terms & conditions of such representation; Identifies and implements litigation strategy, including, when appropriate, settlement of matters, with appropriate legal management and business leader input and approval. Assesses RICOH’s exposure in various litigation matters and recommends appropriate reserves for matters as appropriate. Full job description and application link.
Philadelphia Legal Assistance (added on 9/11) Philadelphia, PA Managing Attorney Salary range: $115,000-$135,000 Philadelphia Legal Assistance (PLA) is committed to delivering high-quality, high-volume legal services with excellence and integrity. The Managing Attorney plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the effective delivery of legal services by overseeing the work of substantive unit supervisors and supporting the Executive Director in overall program management. This role requires the expertise and judgment of a seasoned attorney, as well as demonstrated skill in supervising and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will bring strong interviewing and interpersonal abilities, sensitivity to client needs, and excellent writing, verbal communication, and organizational skills. In addition to legal acumen, the Managing Attorney must possess strong leadership, administrative, and managerial capabilities to guide teams, support staff development, and help advance PLA’s mission of expanding access to justice. Full job description and application link.
Nonhuman Rights Project (multiple positions) (added on 11/7) 1. Managing Director of Programs Salary range: $140,000-$150,000 The Nonhuman Rights Project works to secure fundamental rights for nonhuman animals. Our groundbreaking work challenges an archaic, unjust legal status quo that views and treats all nonhuman animals as “things” with no rights The NhRP seeks a Managing Director of Programs who is passionate about animal rights and who has the leadership, management, and communication skills necessary to manage a broad portfolio of responsibility. The Managing Director of Programs will serve as a key advisor to the NhRP Executive Director, helping to execute strategy and ensuring that our programmatic work is directed in a way that achieves the greatest impact for the cause of animal rights. The Managing Director of Programs will guide the annual strategic planning process for the NhRP’s litigation, legislation and education programs in consultation with the NhRP’s Executive Director, Managing Director of Operations, program directors, and other senior team members. The Managing Director of Programs will manage the work of all of the NhRP’s program areas by implementing the strategic plan, ensuring programmatic alignment with strategic goals, and overseeing successful cross-coordination between program areas and other departments. Full job description and application. 1. Staff Attorney Salary range: $95,000 - $105,000 The NhRP seeks a Staff Attorney to join the NhRP’s groundbreaking legal team as a passionate advocate for animal rights and animal law. NhRP Staff Attorneys are responsible for the oversight and execution of assigned cases and projects, including legal research, case development, drafting, filing, and court appearances. Because we are a small organization, our Staff Attorneys are typically involved in all stages of a case’s lifecycle and are given meaningful, challenging work from day one. Staff Attorneys report to the NhRP Litigation Program Director. This is a full-time remote position. Key Responsibilities: Serve as lead counsel, with responsibility for day-to-day management of all assigned cases, including legal research, petition drafting, motion practice, trial preparation, and oral advocacy; Research potential new clients and cases and advise on litigation strategy related to same: Prepare and oversee amicus curiae briefs that advance the NhRP’s positions and influence the development of animal rights law. Full job description and application.
National Forest Foundation (added on 11/7) Contracts and Procurment Attorney Salary range:$105,240 - $122,300 For more than 30 years, the attorneys at GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence have been fighting for a safer America. As the legal arm of the gun safety organization GIFFORDS, led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, GIFFORDS Law Center researches, drafts, and defends the laws, policies, and programs proven to save lives from gun violence. We are seeking an attorney to join our impact litigation team. The Litigation Attorney will serve as a member of the Litigation team, developing and advancing litigation seeking to combat gun violence and hold irresponsible actors in the gun industry accountable. The Litigation Attorney will collaborate with outside clients/partners as well as outside counsel and pro bono attorneys. The position requires ability and interest in staffing occasional evening or weekend events, with up to 10-15% travel expected. Requires at least 2 years of legal practice for the senior litigation role requires at least 5 years of legal practice and at least one year of direct experience in gun violence prevention. Full job description and application.
Giffords Courage to Fight Gun Violence (added on 10/31) Litigation Attorney or Senior Litigation Attorney Fully remote within contiguous U.S. or hybrid in DC metro area. Salary range:$105,240 - $122,300 For more than 30 years, the attorneys at GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence have been fighting for a safer America. As the legal arm of the gun safety organization GIFFORDS, led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, GIFFORDS Law Center researches, drafts, and defends the laws, policies, and programs proven to save lives from gun violence. We are seeking an attorney to join our impact litigation team. The Litigation Attorney will serve as a member of the Litigation team, developing and advancing litigation seeking to combat gun violence and hold irresponsible actors in the gun industry accountable. The Litigation Attorney will collaborate with outside clients/partners as well as outside counsel and pro bono attorneys. The position requires ability and interest in staffing occasional evening or weekend events, with up to 10-15% travel expected. Requires at least 2 years of legal practice for the senior litigation role requires at least 5 years of legal practice and at least one year of direct experience in gun violence prevention. Priority application deadline is November 11. Full job description and application.
Humanity United (added on 10/31) Manager, Peacebuilding Remote/Hybrid location (This is a full-time, exempt position and can be based anywhere in the U.S., but the successful candidate should be prepared to occasionally attend meetings with stakeholders in various time zones.) Salary ranges:San Francisco – $126,147 – $140,163; New York – $119,839 – $133,155; Washington DC/Boston/Seattle/LA – $113,532 – $126,147; Chicago, Denver/Boulder, Philadelphia – $107,225 – $119,139 Humanity United (HU) is seeking a Manager, Peacebuilding (PB) to manage a set of cross-team initiatives and priorities spanning the breadth of the Peacebuilding portfolio. As part of the Peacebuilding team, this role will enable grantmaking, contracting, and convening work across thematic areas of programming, which include: building agency for collective action; wellbeing and healing for peace actors; innovative approaches to peacebuilding; and inclusive peace processes. Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability, the Manager will balance strategic vision with meticulous attention to detail and effective logistical execution. Experience with grantmaking, grants management, and/or contract management.Experience in deeply partnering with stakeholders to understand their needs and deploy different programmatic tools (grants, contracts, convenings, etc.). Knowledge of IRS policies that govern 501c3 public charities, private foundations, and 501c4 social welfare organizations. Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: peacebuilding, international development, human rights, or humanitarian fields.Proficiency in Spanish, with the ability to communicate written and orally. Full job description and application.
Shopify (added on 10/31) Associate General Counsel, Regulatory Within the Shopify Legal Team, Regulatory Legal works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that Shopify keeps making commerce better and safer for everyone. Here are three ways we do that. First, the team is responsible for engaging, proactively and reactively, with regulatory and law enforcement entities worldwide, including first- and third-party government litigation. Second, we help to set internal and external facing policies so everyone knows the rules of the road and abides by them. And third, the team works internally to develop and deploy strategies to help Shopify’s business achieve its ambitious goals within existing (and future) platform, privacy, and related regulatory frameworks. This lawyer will be responsible — individually and on small teams — for handling regulatory inquiries and investigations, will represent Shopify before regulators, and will provide legal counsel to Shopify on regulatory and privacy issues and related matters including government litigation.License to practice in the United States and/or Canada. Significant experience practicing law in government, in house, and/or at a law firm. Experience counseling clients on legal risks, ideally regulatory risks. Full job description and application.
Youth Law Center (added on 10/23) Staff or Senior Attorney Remote - California bar license required Salary range: $76,000 to $103,000 (Staff Attorney) or $93,000 to $120,000 (Senior Attorney) The Youth Law Center (YLC) is excited to announce that we are seeking a full-time, remote Attorney to help drive our work on behalf of youth in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. We are interested in considering both early career applicants as well as those with additional levels of experience in the field. Candidates for this position should have a current California bar license or willingness to obtain California licensure (including Registered Legal Aid Attorney (RLAA) status). The Attorney will be part of a team of other attorneys and non-attorney advocates. This position will include (but not be limited to) work on building alternatives to congregate care including increasing placement with and supports for kinship caregivers, particularly but not exclusively in California, in support of YLC’s legal team’s broader goals to improve the lifelong outcomes of young people impacted by the foster care and juvenile justice systems. Full job description and application link.
Center for Medicare Advocacy (added on 10/17) Litigation Director Salary range: $110,000-$150,000 Founded in 1986, CMA is a national, non-profit law organization that works to advance access to comprehensive Medicare coverage, health equity, and quality health care for older adults and people with disabilities. The Center for Medicare Advocacy (CMA) is looking for an experienced civil litigator, who shares CMA’s commitment to comprehensive Medicare, quality health care, and health justice for all, to serve as its Litigation Director. The Litigation Director works to advance beneficiary rights through federal class action and individual litigation, other forms of advocacy, and leads an effective litigation team. The Litigation Director works under CMA’s Co-Director for Law & Policy. The position requires a self-directed professional who can work independently in a lean organizational environment with minimal supervision. While the position includes leading CMA’s litigation strategy and substantive litigation responsibilities, a significant portion of the Litigation Director’s time is dedicated to collaborating with and providing expertise to colleagues in their advocacy work, as well as regularly writing and presenting on Medicare topics. Full job description and application link.
The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights (added on 10/10) Senior Litigation Attorney Salary range: $100,550 to $114,814 is the standard new hire range for this position ($110,605-$126,295 for those residing in the Los Angeles and DC metropolitan areas; $115,633-$132,036 for those residing in the NYC metropolitan area) The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights invites applications for the full-time position of Senior Litigation Attorney to be based remotely with preference to those near one of our operating offices. The Senior Litigation Attorney will manage litigation and legal advocacy efforts aimed at protecting the rights of immigrant children and youth facing removal from the United States, as well as those at risk of permanent separation from parents or caregivers due to removal. This role involves tracking, analyzing, and engaging in litigation affecting immigrant children, with a particular focus on unaccompanied youth in federal custody. The Senior Litigation Attorney will identify strategic opportunities to challenge policies, practices, and cases that harm the best interests of immigrant children and youth. Key responsibilities include conducting factual investigations, performing legal research, drafting legal filings, and developing compelling legal arguments on issues affecting unaccompanied and separated immigrant children This work will be done both with Young Center staff and in collaboration with other organizations and law firms. In addition to litigation work, the Senior Litigation Attorney will collaborate with the policy team to advocate on issues that intersect with ongoing or potential litigation and will contribute to the development of policy advocacy, including drafting comments on proposed federal regulations. Full job description and application link.
Nixon Peabody (added on 10/31) Corporate Tax Associate Providence, RI (or IL, MA, CA, or NY) Salary for Providence: $180,000-$200,000 Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join our Tax Team in any of our U.S. offices, or remote. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of experience with broad knowledge of corporate and transactional tax matters. The successful candidate will support our general corporate law team on matters in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, international transactions, and REITs. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials, superb judgment and communication skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service. Full job description and application.
Meta (added on 11/10) Associate General Counsel, Investigations Austin, TX (or CA, DC or NY) Salary range: $226,00- $304,000 The successful candidate will partner with investigators to prevent harm, protect user rights, privacy, and safety, and address integrity challenges through innovative legal and technical solutions. The role involves addressing complex, novel legal issues within a demanding, fast-paced global environment. Lead and advise on investigations into on-platform abuse, including complex matters related to terrorism, threats of violence, child safety, human exploitation, and fraud/scams. Counsel integrity teams on investigations, crisis response, and information-sharing initiatives. Requires active membership in at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in-house counsel status. 8+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, and/or in-house or government experience. 5+ years experience litigating criminal cases or providing legal advice to law enforcement. Full job description and application link. RAICES (added on 11/7) Staff Attorney - Asylum Access Services San Antonio, TX Salary Range: $72,160- $82,103 Alum Rodolfo Altillo is hiring for this position. If any alumni are interested and have questions, you can contact him at [email protected]. Staff attorneys will be responsible for zealously representing individuals pursuing benefits or seeking relief under the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Staff Attorney works as a team with Legal Assistant and other staff. Responsibilities include: Provides direct representation to a large caseload of individuals and/or families in immigration matters. Legal representation may be before the Immigration Court (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), Administrative Appeals Office, in custody matters before Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Asylum Office, State and federal courts, Department of State, agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and in credible/reasonable fear interviews and applications for affirmative relief before United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); Conducts thorough immigration screenings for consultees to assess for immigration relief, including explanation of their rights and available options, benefits and risks of applying, processes, and costs if any; Coordinates for additional client services as necessary with the Litigation Unit, the RAICES Bond Fund, The Social Programs, and Advocacy Department. Full job description and application link.
The Young Center fro Immigrant Children's Rights (added on 10/10) Staff Attorney Houston, TX Salary Range: $72,160- $82,103 Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights invites applications for the full-time position of Staff Attorney to be based in Houston, TX. This position is a unique opportunity for an attorney to join a passionate team made up of social workers, attorneys, and administrative staff, to engage in interdisciplinary written and oral best interests advocacy on behalf of children in immigration removal proceedings. Young Center is appointed as independent Child Advocate for unaccompanied and separated immigrant children and advocates for their best interests with respect to their custody, placement, conditions of release, reunification with caregivers, repatriation, and their immigration proceedings. Young Center does not directly represent children in immigration matters but works closely with the legal service providers who may represent the children’s legal interests. The Staff Attorney will help recruit, train, and supervise bilingual and bicultural volunteer Child Advocates—teachers, law students, social workers, community members—who will work one-on-one with children. The Staff Attorney will apply their legal knowledge and skills to identify issues impacting children’s rights and best interests. Young Center team is a passionate and collegial group of professionals committed to ensuring that children receive the full protection of federal immigration law, domestic child welfare law and international human rights law. Full job description and application link.
McKool Smith (added on 10/2) Appellate Associate (Mid-Level) Austin, TX (preferred but will consider Dallas or Houston) McKool Smith is seeking an associate to join its growing national appellate practice. McKool Smith Appellate handles high-stakes appeals and supports the firm’s trial teams by advising on legal strategy, helping with critical motions, and preserving issues at trial. The ideal candidate should have at least 2-5 years of litigation experience, including extensive experience researching and drafting substantive briefs, plus a judicial clerkship for a federal court or state high court. Candidates should be able to work independently and assume significant responsibility. And since many of our appeals arise from intellectual-property disputes involving high-tech industries, candidates should be comfortable digging into complex technology (though an engineering background or experience in patent law are not required). We will consider candidates joining directly from a judicial clerkship, who will receive additional compensation based on the qualifying court and length of clerkship. The preferred office location is Austin, TX, but we will consider strong candidates interested in one of McKool’s Texas or other offices. Full job description and application link.
Valor Injury Law (added on 11/10) Personal Injury Attorney Woodbridge, VA Valor Injury law is a growing personal injury firm built on the principles of tenacity, compassion, and excellence. As a female-owned practice, we’ve created a space where strong advocacy meets genuine care for our clients.We’re seeking an experienced personal injury associate who brings both legal acumen and emotional intelligence to their practice. 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience including managing cases from intake to trial. Admitted to practice in Virginia; DC and Maryland a plus. Full job description and application link.
Capital One (multiple positions) (Added on 11/7) 1) Sr Risk Associate- Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption McLean or Richmond, VA Salary ranges: McLean $94,600 - $107,900 Richmond $86,000 - $98,200 Capital One’s Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption (ABAC) team is responsible for managing the company’s enterprise-wide ABAC compliance program, including compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Bank Bribery Act (BBA), and other similar laws. The ABAC Sr. Risk Associate leads day-to-day activities and performs a key role to help ensure business operations and initiatives comply with applicable U.S. and International ABAC laws, by adhering to the program processes and practices. This individual will apply risk management, process management, and analytical skills to drive actions in support of ABAC objectives for the Corporate Integrity department and impacted business lines. They will be responsible for delivering quality results and assist the ABAC Risk Manager in providing sound advice to senior management and business lines as a subject matter expert. A successful ABAC Sr. Risk Associate is a highly motivated, forward thinking self-starter who can work autonomously, prioritize deadlines, collaborate with a range of stakeholders, is technologically adept, and is capable of balancing Business-As-Usual work responsibilities while assisting the ABAC Risk Manager with ongoing long-term initiatives. Full job description and application. 2) Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel- IP Counsel/Patent Portfolio Manager Salary range: $193,000 - $220,300 Capital One’s legal department is looking for a proactive, talented, and dynamic patent attorney to join its fast-growing Intellectual Property team. Members of our IP team harness a vibrant innovation culture and an engaged inventor community to develop and implement IP and patent strategies enterprise-wide. It’s audacious, creative work at a massive scale with deep exposure to inventors and business leaders to protect and shape the future of Capital One. We are looking for someone who: Is an outstanding patent attorney with experience in preparing and prosecuting software or electrical applications as part of strategic product protection or portfolio building efforts; the successful candidate will be responsible for driving IP and patent strategy parallel to product development; Can efficiently and effectively manage multiple outside counsel teams, to ensure that they generate high quality, relevant, and effective IP assets that will protect Capital One’s inventions and improve our overall strategy; Is comfortable proactively engaging various teams across the enterprise to implement IP counseling and identify patentable innovations, run invention disclosure meetings and invention harvesting sessions, and provide education and training to technical teams. Full job description and application. 3) Manager, Counsel- Transactions & Business Counsel-ESM McLean or Richmond, VA or Chicago, IL Salary ranges: McLean $158,400 - $180,800 and Richmond $144,000 - $164,400 The Manager, Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of procurement contracts escalated to Legal from our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team, as well as providing advice and counsel to ESM. The Counsel is a hybrid business counsel/transactions counsel role that will be responsible for the following: managing (including drafting and negotiating) procurement transactions that support Technology, Card, Retail and Commercial Bank, Auto Finance, Payment Network, Workplace Solutions, Brand, HR, Global Finance, and other lines of business and functional groups; identifying legal issues and risks in procurement and outsourcing contracts and working with a variety of legal stakeholders to draft appropriate terms and conditions; understanding and advising on internal guidelines and procedures; building and maintaining strong relationships with ESM and legal stakeholders; managing repeatable, controlled processes for transactional work. Full job description and application. 4) Manager, Counsel- Retail Bank Legal McLean or Richmond, VA or Chicago or Riverwoods IL Salary ranges: Mclean $158,400 - $180,800 and Richmond $144,000 - $164,400 The Capital One Legal team thrives on collaboration and creates an environment where everyone’s voice is heard. This exciting role will allow you to use your depth and breadth of experience to strategize and influence management, as well as the business lines you support. In addition, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your knowledge. An amazing opportunity exists for an experienced attorney to join Capital One’s Consumer & Small Business Legal team. In this critical business counsel role, you will help our Retail Bank Operations organization refine and service new and existing banking products for our millions of banking customers. In this role, the Manager, Counsel will apply strategic and analytical skills to support our business teams. The attorney in this role will be responsible for providing support to the various teams within Retail Bank’s operations line of business. The successful candidate must be capable of quickly answering complex legal questions that arise in the banking space, including with respect to federal consumer banking laws and state laws impacting consumer deposit accounts. Full job description and application. 5) Director, Compliance, Corporate Integrity McLean or Richmond, VA or Riverwoods, IL Salary ranges: McLean $200,100 - $228,400 or Richmond $181,800 - $207,500 As a Director within Corporate Integrity, you will be responsible for managing the Conflict of Interest (COI) and Gifts and Entertainment (G&E) Programs, which involve advising Capital One’s businesses and associates on a wide range of matters, including personal financial interests, work relationships involving familial/close personal ties, external board/advisory roles, and secondary employment. This position will involve conducting substantive reviews, including complex reviews and those involving senior executives; advising on mitigating conditions; and delivering advice and guidance to associates, up to and including senior executives. The position will also involve supervising a team of associates involved in the same types of work. You will also support other Corporate Integrity programs (e.g., Ethics Office, Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Program) in their initiatives involving awareness, education, and outreach related to COIs and G&Es; perform program-related monitoring activities; engage in data analytics to inform the programs; and provide advice and counsel. The ideal candidate is an experienced legal professional who works successfully both individually and collaboratively, as part of a team. You must be an empowering people leader, who is an active listener. Critical thinking skills and experience spotting issues and proactively identifying thoughtful well-reasoned solutions is crucial. Excellent judgment and discretion, effective prioritization, and top-notch written and oral communications skills are required. Full job description and application.
Melone Hatley, P.C. (added on 10/31) Family Law Litigation Attorney Reston, VA Alum William Vazquez shared this opportunity. Melone Hatley, P.C. is a fast-growing family and estate planning law firm with offices across Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, and Texas. Named one of the 500 fastest-growing law firms in the United States and recognized by Super Lawyers, we've built our reputation on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services and creating a workplace where talent thrives. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Attorney to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for advocacy and a strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and ethical considerations. Must have admission to Virginia state bar and a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in litigation, preferably family law. Full job description and application.
Virginia Education Association (VEA) (added on 10/31) Staff Attorney Richmond, VA Salary range: $85,000-$150,000 The Virginia Education Association (VEA) is seeking applicants for the position of Staff Attorney in the Office of Legal Advocacy. VEA is the largest union of teachers and school support professionals in the Commonwealth, working for the betterment of public education for every student. It is the state affiliate of the National Education Association, with more than 3.2 million members. VEA is committed to advancing racial, social, and economic justice in education and empowering educators to advocate for themselves, their students, and their communities.The Staff Attorney provides legal advice and representation to the Virginia Education Association (VEA), its officers, governance bodies, and staff, as well as to affiliated local associations and individual members on employment-related and education law matters. The Staff Attorney supports the VEA’s mission by advancing and protecting the legal rights of educators, promoting equitable treatment in the workplace, and contributing to strategies that strengthen collective action and advocacy for public education employees across the Commonwealth. This position is based in Richmond, VA with up to 50% travel throughout Virginia, with a primary focus on Northern Virginia and Virginia Beach. Requires current admission to the Bar of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Full job description and application.
Supreme Court Advocacy Project (added on 10/24) Director/Staff Attorney Alexandria, VA Salary range is commensurate with experience under the Judiciary Salary Plan The Federal Public Defender and Community Defender Program is excited to announce the development of its new Supreme Court Advocacy Project (SCAP), which aims to create an institutional resource devoted to Supreme Court litigation. Federal public and community defenders, together with attorneys appointed under the Criminal Justice Act (CJA), represent numerous indigent criminal defendants before the Supreme Court each term. We are currently seeking applications for the Director position. If funding permits, we may also hire one staff attorney position under this posting. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you wish to be considered for the Director position, the staff attorney position, or both. Duties: The Director Position offers an exciting opportunity to spearhead a new, nationwide initiative with the potential to positively affect outcomes for criminal defendants across the country. Under the Director’s leadership, the Project will be expected to serve the defender community. Application deadline is November 14. Full job description and application link.
Piedmont Environmental Council (added on 10/24) In-House Counsel Warrenton, VA Salary range: $120,000 – $140,000 The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) conserves and restores the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont, while building stronger, more sustainable communities. Founded in 1972, PEC is a locally based, community-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit and accredited land trust. The In-House Counsel will provide comprehensive legal support and guidance to all aspects of the organization’s operations. This critical role involves ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, managing legal risks, and advising on complex land conservation transactions. As a member of PEC’s management team, the In-House Counsel will report directly to the President and work collaboratively with staff, the Board of Directors, The Piedmont Foundation, and external partners. Full job description and application link.
CapitalOne (added 10/17) Manager, Counsel - Transactions & Business Counsel ESM Mclean, VA or Richmond, VA or Chicago, IL Salary range: McLean: $158,400 - $180,800; Richmond: $144,000 - $164,400 Alum Erin Weber shared this opportunity for an attorney with at least 2 years of experience doing vendor contracts. The Manager, Counsel role will be primarily responsible for managing a variety of procurement contracts escalated to Legal from our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) team, as well as providing advice and counsel to ESM. The Counsel is a hybrid business counsel/transactions counsel role that will be responsible for the following: managing (including drafting and negotiating) procurement transactions that support Technology, Card, Retail and Commercial Bank, Auto Finance, Payment Network, Workplace Solutions, Brand, HR, Global Finance, and other lines of business and functional groups; identifying legal issues and risks in procurement and outsourcing contracts and working with a variety of legal stakeholders to draft appropriate terms and conditions; understanding and advising on internal guidelines and procedures; building and maintaining strong relationships with ESM and legal stakeholders; managing repeatable, controlled processes for transactional work. Full job description and application link.
Preg O'Donnel & Gillet PLLC (multiple positions) (added on 10/3) Litigation Associate Seattle, WA Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 Alum Naomi Ashan shared this opportunity. Preg O’Donnell & Gillett, a regional, full-service litigation and business firm, is seeking a litigation associate for their Seattle office. We are seeking attorneys with three or more years of experience who are capable of handling matters independently and interact directly with clients on a variety of defense litigation cases including: Business Litigation, Construction Law, Data Breach & Security Response, Hospitality & Food-Borne Illness Litigation, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Professional Liability, Real Estate Litigation, Toxic Tort / Asbestos Litigation, Transportation & Trucking Law. Qualified candidates must have solid drafting, writing, and researching skills, as well as excellent client relationship and interpersonal skills. Candidates with law firm and case management experience, including deposition, motions practice, and trial experience, strongly preferred. Washington State Bar membership is required; school law or public entity defense experience is desired but not required. Full job description and application link.
Milwaukee Bucks (added on 10/24) Staff Counsel Milwaukee, WI The Milwaukee Bucks are looking for hardworking people who embrace diversity, equity & inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. The Staff Counsel is responsible for supporting the Chief Legal Officer, VP of Business and Legal Operations and the Bucks legal department with a broad range of legal and compliance matters associated with the operations of the Milwaukee Bucks and its affiliated entities currently including Fiserv Forum and the Wisconsin Herd. Job responsibilities include: Primary drafting, compliance and enforcement for all marketing, ticketing, licensing, events and promotional agreements, including sweepstakes and contest rules. In addition, assist with employment and sponsorship contracts and other transactional matters from time to time; Responsible to familiarize themself with all relevant league rules including NBA Operations Manual and Collective Bargaining Agreement, and the organization with the analysis and interpretation of such rules; Arena Matters: Assist with arena matters as it relates to the lease of and concerts and events at Fiserv Forum; Support company litigation and claims, generally handled through outside counsel and/or insurance as needed. Full job description and application link.
