Full Time Staff Attorney

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Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you'll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Animal Law and Policy Program (ALPP) is seeking a Staff Attorney to lead the production of both the Animal Law Digest: US Edition (Animal Law Digest), and phase one of a new aquaculture project. The Staff Attorney will conduct legal and policy research, oversee and directly contribute to the production of the Animal Law Digest, and design and adapt the new aquaculture publication to enhance its utility. They will also work on other projects to analyze and improve the treatment of animals through the legal system. The Staff Attorney will work in close collaboration with the Executive Director, Faculty Director, Fellows, and student Research Assistants and in consultation with stakeholders.

The responsibilities of the Staff Attorney include:

Overseeing the production of the Animal Law Digest and directly contributing to research and drafting the publication.
Contributing to new projects to track and analyze federal and state legislation, regulation, and litigation developments and initiatives in the field of animal law and policy.
With the Executive Director and Faculty Director, creating and strengthening partnerships with stakeholders including other academic institutions, think-tanks, and NGOs, by carrying out research and writing, and participating in meetings and other communications.
Generating and sustaining a portfolio of research, writing, and public engagement activities on legal issues at the intersection of animal, agricultural, food, environmental law and policy, and rights of nature.
Contributing to the development of proposals for new projects.
JD degree, admission to state bar, at least 3 years of relevant post-graduate professional experience.
Superior research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to supervise and mentor more junior attorneys and researchers on joint projects.
A high level of commitment to improving the treatment of animals through the legal system.
Extensive familiarity with a wide range of animal-related federal and state statutes, including environmental and criminal statutes, and knowledge of case law and civil procedure.
A collaborative, team-oriented approach with experience managing projects.
Experience in staff supervision is a plus but not mandatory.
Standard Hours/Schedule: Full-time.
This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
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