Director, Voting Rights Project Leader
3 days ago
The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Director to lead its Voting Rights Project. As a key member of the organization's leadership team, the Director will oversee all aspects of the project's national efforts, including litigation, advocacy, and education.
Key Responsibilities:- Supervise and manage Voting Rights Project attorneys and staff, providing direction and support for their work.
- Lead the organization's voting rights litigation efforts, including managing legal strategy, representation, and advocacy.
- Act as lead counsel for trial and appellate proceedings in specific cases.
- Collaborate with Election Protection group to ensure thorough preparation for and through election day.
- Represent the Lawyers' Committee in coalitions, convenings, and meetings with outside organizations dealing with voting rights issues.
- Member in good standing of the DC Bar or ability to waive into the DC bar.
- Minimum 8 years of complex litigation and appellate experience.
- Served as lead counsel in at least 5 complex federal and/or state trials.
- Significant experience participating in litigation before U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Courts of Appeals, and/or State Supreme Courts.
- Significant leadership and managerial experience.
The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, and an employer-paid monthly cell phone stipend.
The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strongly encourages candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply.
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