GLAD Law Senior Staff Attorney

Positively Partners

7d•Remote

About The Position

GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law) is seeking at least one senior attorney with a minimum of 10 years of litigation experience. This role is for someone passionate about LGBTQ+ and/or HIV work, as well as related social justice issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community, including racial justice. This is a senior leadership position within the Legal Department, crucial for advancing LGBTQ+ and civil rights. Reporting to the Legal Director, the Senior Staff Attorney will supervise attorneys, lead litigation teams, and manage an active caseload to achieve GLAD Law's priorities, including precedent-setting cases against the federal government. The role may also involve assisting with policy work. This is an opportunity to join an experienced legal team, shape strategies through legislation, litigation, policy, and public education, and champion racial justice.

Requirements

J.D. degree and admission to practice law in at least one state in the United States.
Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, including motion practice, trial practice and/or appeals.
Proven ability to lead complex litigation.
Demonstrated commitment to working on LGBTQ+, HIV, or related social justice issues that impact the LGBTQ+ community, including racial justice.
Familiarity with the current legal landscape affecting these communities.
Knowledge of LGBTQ+ law and/or policy, anti-discrimination, health care, education, family, administrative, and/or constitutional law.
Ability to conduct complex legal research.
Ability to draft briefs, memos, and advocacy materials to the highest standard.
Ability to present arguments clearly in court, legislative, or public settings.
Experience supervising, mentoring, or managing attorneys or other legal staff, including responsibility for reviewing work product and supporting professional development.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including in client interactions, litigation, lobbying, advocacy with government officials, and public persuasion.
Commitment to a culture of collaboration and support.
Actively engages in continuing legal education, seeks feedback, and has shown progression in responsibility or expertise.
Experience collaborating on cross-functional projects, both internally and externally with diverse stakeholders.
Independence, as well as the ability to work as part of an integrated team.

Nice To Haves

Candidates whose litigation experience is readily transferable including deep experience in constitutional, civil rights, or administrative law litigation, even if not focused specifically on LGBTQ+ issues are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preference may be given to candidates based on the East Coast or within commuting distance of Boston.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the legal department's decision-making strategy.
Identify and assess matters for impact litigation.
Lead cases in state and federal court and other disputes.
Lead litigation teams, including case and client development, legal research, pleadings and brief drafting, discovery and motion practice, hearings, trials, and appeals.
Lead and support amicus curiae efforts through brief writing and coordination.
Supervise several staff attorneys and delegate work to more junior staff, including policy work.
Assist on legislative or other policy matters that further GLAD Law's strategic priorities.
Provide technical expertise and support to private litigators and organizations facing complex LGBTQ issues in state and federal courts and government agencies.
Provide support for GLAD Law Answers, including working up legal intakes and providing individual support or legal referrals.
Serve on internal working groups and committees.