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Published 22 days ago

North Carolina, Staff Attorney

Hybrid, Work must be performed in North Carolina, US


  • Details

    Job Type:Full Time
    Education:J.D. Required
    Experience Level:Mid-level
    Salary:USD $83,100 - $95,565 / year
    Salary commensurate with applicant's experience

    Description

    The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.


    Position: Staff Attorney (Full-Time)

    Location: Raleigh, NC, Durham, NC, Greensboro, NC, or Charlotte, NC

    Reports to: General Counsel & National Litigation Director

    Brief Description: CAIR is seeking a talented Staff Attorney to join its civil rights department at this crucial time in our nation’s history.

    Essential Functions/Duties

    The Staff Attorney will be primarily responsible for:

    ·        Performing legal research and drafting of legal documents, including answers, motions, and other routine court filings.

    ·        Drafting written work products, including legal and research memorandums and other legal documents, as requested.

    ·        Drafting demand letters and engaging in alternative dispute resolution to resolve civil rights cases outside court intervention.

    ·        Representing clients during FBI interrogations.

    ·        Assisting trial attorneys with various aspects of litigation, including, but not limited to, client interviews, factual investigation, legal research, discovery, preparation of trial documents, negotiations, trials, and appellate work.

    ·        Participating in speaking engagements pertaining to civil rights issues facing the American Muslim community.

    ·        Training and coaching of CAIR staff as requested.

    ·        Attend continuing legal education seminars and keep abreast of changes in the law through reading or other means.

    Qualifications

    ·        J.D. from an accredited law school.

    ·        Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines; must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment.

    ·        Basic knowledge of federal court practice.

    ·        Excellent legal research, writing, and oral skills.

    ·        No disciplinary actions on record or pending.

    ·        Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years prior associate-level experience in civil rights.

    ·        An understanding of civil rights issues relating to American Muslims.

    ·        Passion for the mission of the Council on American-Islamic Relations.

    ·        Ability to communicate in a language other than English is a plus.

    The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.


    Position: Staff Attorney (Full-Time)

    Location: Raleigh, NC, Durham, NC, Greensboro, NC, or Charlotte, NC

    Reports to: General Counsel & National Litigation Director

    Brief Description: CAIR is seeking a talented Staff Attorney to join its civil rights department at this crucial time in our nation’s history.

    Essential Functions/Duties

    The Staff Attorney will be primarily responsible for:

    ·        Performing legal research and drafting of legal documents, including answers, motions, and other routine court filings.

    ·        Drafting written work products, including legal and research memorandums and other legal documents, as requested.

    ·        Drafting demand letters and engaging in alternative dispute resolution to resolve civil rights…

    Benefits

    Compensation Package:

    • 401K retirement benefits with an employer match.
    • The employee cost share for benefits is up to 20% this includes the medical.
    • Dental, and vision are covered 100% by the employer.
    • We offer vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays.
    • Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
    • Optional FSA (flexible spending account).
    • HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
    • EAP - Employee Assistance Program is available.
    • Professional Development stipend is available.
    • Tuition Reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
    • If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for the PSLF.

    Compensation Package:

    • 401K retirement benefits with an employer match.
    • The employee cost share for benefits is up to 20% this includes the medical.
    • Dental, and vision are covered 100% by the employer.
    • We offer vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays.
    • Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
    • Optional FSA (flexible spending account).
    • HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
    • EAP - Employee Assistance Program is available.
    • Professional Development stipend is available.
    • Tuition Reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
    • If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for the PSLF.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    English.

    English.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Work must be performed in North Carolina, US
    Raleigh, Carolina del Norte, EE. UU.

    How to Apply

    To apply:

    Please submit a cover letter with résumé, a writing sample, and a list of three professional references, to jobs@cair.com. Please reference North Carolina, Staff Attorneyin the subject line.

    · Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

    To apply:

    Please submit a cover letter with résumé, a writing sample, and a list of three professional references, to jobs@cair.com. Please reference North Carolina, Staff Attorneyin…

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