Policy Counsel, Civil Rights & Criminal Justice Reform
NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc.
The NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. is looking for a Policy Counsel based in New York. This role requires a JD degree and 5-7 years of policy experience, emphasizing criminal justice reform. Responsibilities include conducting research, securing legislative testimony, and collaborating with diverse teams to influence policy. The position supports LDF’s mission for equality and justice, operating in a hybrid work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc.
$110.2k - $145.1k
The Brennan Center for Justice in New York seeks a talented attorney to join their Justice Program. This vital role involves advocating for criminal justice reforms, researching and drafting substantive reports, and engaging with state legislation. The ideal candidate should...Policy$111k - $121.5k
...first and foremost civil and human rights law organization.... ...S. Supreme Court Justice, LDF was launched... ..., public policy advocacy and public... ...substantive areas of criminal justice, economic... ...category. Policy Counsel works to identify... ...and other policy reform strategies at the...PolicyContract workWork at officeLocal area2 days per week$110.2k - $145.1k
...Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law... ...nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks... ...ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration... ...is to reform the criminal legal system to... ...programs. The Counsel will help the justice...PolicyWork experience placementWork at officeLocal area$147k - $159k
...first and foremost civil and human rights law organization.... ...S. Supreme Court Justice, LDF was launched... ..., public policy advocacy, and public... ...substantive areas of criminal justice, economic... ...or Senior Counsel. The Assistant or... ...experience related to reform for communities of...PolicyContract workWork at officeLocal area2 days per week$150 per hour
Public Interest Attorney (Civil Justice Expert) $150 per hour Mercor is seeking experienced Public Interest Attorneys... ...in employment law, elder law, or disability rights. Experience with policy advocacy or systemic reform. Experience supervising attorneys or legal fellows...PolicyHourly payContract workFor contractorsRemote work- ...Investigator, Office of Senior Field Counsel, OGC - 26517 Level: L2... ...the NYCPS, e.g., human rights complaints, administrative grievances... ...correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning,... .... DOE Non‑Discrimination Policy The Department of Education...PolicyFull timeWork experience placementWork at office
$46 - $50 per hour
TakeRoot Justice (“TakeRoot”) seeks applicants to cover... ...TakeRoot’s Workers’ Rights practice, which... ...work would involve co-counseling with TakeRoot attorneys... ...and Legislative and/or policy advocacy experience.... ...personal experience with the criminal justice system. We...PolicyHourly payMinimum wageTemporary workInterim roleRemote workWork from homeFlexible hours- The New York City Law Department seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel in its Special Federal Litigation Division. This role handles federal civil matters, including constitutional questions, and offers substantial federal court experience in public service. Responsibilities...
- ...skilled Associate Attorney interested in civil rights, labor, and employment litigation to... ...Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the judiciary. Collaborate with... ...A passion for civil rights and social justice. Highly organized with strong attention...
- ...attorney will litigate, advocate, provide outreach, and educate across Brooklyn and sometimes other boroughs, handling housing, civil rights, and discrimination matters. Requirements include a NY law license with at least four years of experience, strong research and writing...Full time
$83.84k - $147.91k
Staff Attorney, Worker Justice Project job at The Legal Aid Society... ...Justice Project in the Criminal Defense Practice of The Legal... ...with records to defend their rights. The Project also enforces the... ...Project challenges government policies that create barriers to employment...PolicyFull timeVisa sponsorshipWork visa$70k - $75k
...crisis intervention, crisis counseling, advocacy and support... ...explaining and exploring survivor rights and options, in... ...local laws and regulations (civil and criminal), and campus policies. Serve as a general... .... Provide criminal/civil justice advocacy and support services...PolicyTemporary workCasual workWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startMonday to FridayFlexible hoursNight shiftRotating shiftAfternoon shift$138k - $157k
...currently hiring for two separate counsel profiles. This role is for mid... ...that integrate legal, policy, and communications strategies... ...strategies for litigation, policy reform, and other integrated advocacy... ...Experience in election law or voting rights law and/or experience in...PolicyCurrently hiringImmediate startRemote workHome officeFlexible hoursShift work$200k - $220k
...Counsel Outten & Golden LLP is seeking a Counsel admitted to practice in California to... ...negotiations, to protecting individuals’ civil rights in the workplace, to combating worker exploitation... ...: You must be able to adhere to Firm policies regarding the protection of confidential...PolicyFull timeContract workFor contractorsWork at office$79.14k - $91.01k
...Civil Investigator Supporting the US Attorney's Office #25-393 Join... ...the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers... ...performed onsite. EEO and Important Policy Statements Consistent with our... ...and employment candidates the right to equal employment...PolicyTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaRemote work$88.27k - $101.01k
...90, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization... ..., impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community... ...who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic... ...and immigrants’ rights during an extremely challenging... ...to immigrant rights, criminal justice, and/or social...PolicyFull timeWork at officeFlexible hours2 days per week$113k - $195k
...available at . Who are we hiring? The Counsel, Technology role is a key legal... ...advising on technology-related policies, terms of use, and contractual rights and obligations. What will you do... ...reported to the Federal Government for civil rights enforcement purposes. If...PolicyContract workLocal areaFlexible hours$108.38k - $127.5k
...and equitable systems of justice for everyone. Our work... ...state laws and federal reforms. Today, the Innocence... ...ABOUT THE POSITION The Policy Department advances the... ...and reliability of the criminal legal system and aim to... ...legal reform. The Policy Counsel will play a significant...PolicyWork at officeLocal areaRemote workVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours3 days per week$110k - $135k
Claim Counsel - Healthcare Professional Liability Department... ...on coverage analysis, policy interpretation, and... ...reservations of rights and denial letters. Claim... ...background check or review of criminal history, if applicable... ...criminal penalties and civil liability. We do not...PolicyPermanent employmentFull timeFor contractorsLocal area$97.13k - $103.52k
...90, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization... ..., impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community... ...who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic... ...protect and expand the rights of the Lesbian, Gay,... ...commitment to immigrant rights, criminal justice, and/or social...PolicyFull timeWork at officeFlexible hours2 days per week$96.07k - $120.01k
...to one/ two year(s) . The Criminal Law Reform Project of the National office... ...fellowship such as Equal Justice Works or other public interest... ...for the constitutional and civil rights of those impacted by... ...with a generous paid time-off policy Focus on your well‑being with...PolicySummer internshipWork at officeShift work2 days per week- The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection seeks a candidate to analyze legislation, draft memos, and assist in policy formulation. Strong legal research, collaboration skills, and bar admission required. This role supports labor laws and requires attention to...PolicyRemote job2 days per week
$119.48k
...litigation on reproductive rights in federal and state... ...gender, and economic justice; and human rights.... ...with pro bono counsel, local counsel, and other... ...Reproductive Rights. Center policy on visa sponsorship... ...other human rights, civil rights, criminal law, or social...PolicyWork at officeLocal areaWork from homeVisa sponsorship- ...Job Description Attorney civil defense litigation New York... ...role involves providing legal counsel and representation to clients,... ...drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, pleadings, and other legal documents... ...will advise clients on legal rights and obligations, handle...PolicyPermanent employmentFull timeContract workTemporary workRemote work
$228k - $304k
...function, providing regulatory counsel across FanDuel’s suite of... ...working groups, and policy discussions THE STATS What... ...BENEFITS We treat our team right We offer amazing benefits... ...this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr...PolicyTemporary workLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hours- ...a senior leader to oversee research, policy advocacy, and litigation addressing racial... ...and wrongful convictions within the criminal legal system. A JD from an accredited... ...litigation at the intersection of racial justice, civil rights and criminal justice. #J-18808-Ljbffr...Policy
$105k - $120k
...seeking applicants for a full‑time staff counsel or staff advisor position. This is a one... ...3+ years of relevant experience in US civil rights and/or international human rights litigation... ...Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every...PolicyFull timeWork experience placement- ...Job Description Eisenberg & Baum, LLP represents people in civil rights cases nationwide. Our attorneys have secured dozens of favorable... ...development work. The impact is tangible. Our cases change policies, open doors, and set precedents. You will see the direct...Policy
- ...experience representing public sector entities in civil litigation. This is a full-time, on-site contract opportunity supporting Epiq Counsel clients. By joining the Epiq Counsel... ...to every application. It is Epiq’s policy to comply with all applicable equal employment...PolicyFull timeContract workWork at officeLocal area
$195k - $225k
...beyond. Role We’re hiring in-house legal counsel to support building the legal foundation... ...quickly. You’ll be the General Counsel’s right hand, working side by side to own legal execution... ..., including vendor onboarding, internal policies and other risk mitigation efforts....PolicyFull timeWork at office
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