Legal Counsel, Parental Rights
Alliance Defending Freedom
Job Description
Job Description
Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we're a fit for you.
Locations: Lansdowne, VA; Dallas, TX; Scottsdale, AZ
Team Overview
This position will focus on parental rights. In this role, you will report to Sr. Counsel, Director of the Center for Parental Rights. As Legal Counsel, your primary role will be to assist the Parental Rights team in leading complex litigation with minimal oversight from senior attorneys.
Key Responsibilities
- Initiate and litigate complex lawsuits in support of parental rights, often directly representing parents and their children.
- Develop strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Produce high-quality legal papers, including briefs, motions, and memoranda.
- Represent and argue on behalf of clients in court.
- Provide advanced legal research on novel issues of law.
- Conduct fact and expert discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
- Interview and interact with media regarding cases and issues.
- Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence.
- Network and develop relationships with current or potential allied attorneys and groups.
- Work with the Development team on speaking engagements and other events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- JD., licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.
Pay & Benefits
At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.
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Vacancy posted 11 days ago
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