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Senior Litigation Counsel

Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) seeks a passionate and creative Senior Litigation Counsel to join our legal team and help us secure our democracy and build a better Washington. As a leading nonpartisan nonprofit government watchdog, CREW is dedicated to preserving our democratic institutions, upholding the rule of law, defending against threats to free and fair elections, rooting out government misconduct and corruption and fighting the influence of money in politics through legal action and communications grounded by in-depth research. CREW is looking for a creative, driven attorney committed to our mission and values. The Senior Litigation Counsel will report to the Chief Counsel, and work closely with a team of six litigators, two legal fellows and two paralegals.

This position is included in a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific employment terms and conditions are subject to collective bargaining. C. with hybrid work options potentially available.

Lead and support CREW's litigation and related advocacy focused on promoting accountability, transparency and ethics in government, preserving our democratic institutions, defending against threats to free and fair elections, and upholding the rule of law.

Perform and support core litigation tasks including legal research; drafting pleadings, briefs and legal memoranda; Identify, develop, and help bring to fruition new litigation matters, including by identifying opportunities to collaborate with partner organizations, pro bono law firms, and potential clients.

Work on other legal actions including administrative complaints, regulatory comments and open records requests.

Collaborate with staff across the organization—including policy, communications, and research professionals—to support legal and advocacy strategies, and to help translate complex legal issues for wider audiences.

Participate in coalition meetings, conferences and other external events as a CREW representative.

Travel as required for litigation, conferences and other engagements.

A minimum of 8 years of substantive litigation experience (including clerkships and fellowships)

Familiarity with one or more of the following areas: administrative law, constitutional law, privacy and data security laws, election law, federal civil service laws, or public records laws.

Excellent writing, analytical and research abilities

Experience independently handling smaller litigation matters or substantial components of more complex litigation

Experience identifying, developing and operationalizing new litigation matters

Platinum medical insurance (100% of premium covered for employees; Dental and vision insurance (99.9% of premium covered for employees and 55% of premium covered for dependents)

• Option to enroll in FSA and dependent care FSA accounts with a $2,500 employer contribution to dependent care FSAs
• Flexible, hybrid work environment
• Paid holiday closures between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day, as well as major national holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Summer Fridays all year long
• Free in-office lunches weekly (and snacks daily!)
• Free virtual yoga classes

Please include your last name and "Senior Litigation Counsel" in the subject line. No phone calls, please. CREW is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in our workplace and in our work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We strongly encourage candidates from all groups and communities to apply.