Assistant General Counsel

Texas Democratic Party • Dallas, TX

11d • $85,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Texas Democratic Party is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to support the General Counsel in providing legal advice across the Party's operations, with a particular focus on voting rights, election administration, voter protection, and campaign finance compliance. This is a high-impact role for an attorney who wants substantive long-term legal responsibility inside a mission-driven organization. In addition to regular interaction with TDP’s General Counsel, the successful applicant will work alongside the Party's Voter Protection, Compliance, Development, and Communications teams.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Texas (or eligibility for reciprocal/in-house admission, with plans to obtain Texas licensure promptly).
• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience, including litigation in state and federal court.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for non-lawyers.
• Ability to work effectively under tight and often unexpected deadlines. This is not a position for someone who seeks a structured and organized workday.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Texas Democratic Party.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of election or campaign law is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice on Texas and federal election law, the Texas Election Code, and party rules governing primary administration, ballot access, and candidate filings.
• Assist with representation of TDP, its Chair and other Democratic Party officials in litigation and appeals.
• Track and analyze state and federal legislative and litigation developments affecting voting rights and election administration; translate legal analysis into practical guidance for Voter Protection and County Party staff.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, vendor agreements, and organizational policies.
• Assist in responding to open records requests, subpoenas, and administrative inquiries.
• Help train and support County Chairs, election workers, and Party staff on legal compliance matters, particularly during the primary and general election cycles.
• Support internal employment, governance, and risk-management matters as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level