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GIFFORDS · 2 months ago

Litigation Attorney or Senior Litigation Attorney

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $122K/yr

2+ years exp

GIFFORDS is a law center dedicated to preventing gun violence, led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. They are seeking a Litigation Attorney or Senior Litigation Attorney to join their impact litigation team, focusing on developing and advancing litigation to combat gun violence and hold the gun industry accountable.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Contribute to developing new litigation theories and case strategies by: Conducting legal research and analysis to develop theories supporting litigation or advocacy projects that will reduce gun violence, hold the gun industry accountable, pursue justice for survivors, and advance equity for communities most affected by gun violence

Conducting factual research and identifying litigation opportunities and parties to litigation in collaboration with other GIFFORDS Law Center employees, outside counsel, and experts

Monitoring and identifying key cases that warrant direct assistance from the Giffords litigation team, including cases in which to file amicus curiae briefs, provide technical assistance, or advocate for a policy response

Contribute to ongoing, active litigation by: Representing individual, organizational, and government clients in civil litigation, including drafting, reviewing, and editing pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery and participating in arguments and hearings, as appropriate

Managing relationships with clients, outside counsel, pro bono law firms, partner organizations, experts, and supporters

Coordinating internal and external communications in relation to active litigation cases

Develop expertise in gun-safety litigation, including litigation involving the gun industry, and foster other team members’ subject matter expertise

Advise other GIFFORDS teams on litigation developments and provide legal and technical expertise about gun safety litigation to attorneys and the public

Support GIFFORDS’ internal inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism (IDEA) work

Support the organization’s efforts by responding to media requests, through public presentations, by participating in external events, and by presenting on the organization’s litigation efforts to supporters

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

J.D. degreeLegal practice experienceLitigation process knowledgeGun violence prevention experienceLegal researchAnalysisDrafting legal documentsRelationship managementCommitment to diversityCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProject managementProblem-solving skills

Required

J.D. degree and at least two years of legal practice for Litigation Attorney role

J.D. degree, at least five years of legal practice, and at least one year of direct experience in gun violence prevention for Senior Litigation Attorney role

Admission to and good standing in at least one state bar

Strong knowledge and understanding of litigation process and case proceedings

Proven track record in managing cases, including but not limited to drafting, reviewing, and editing pleadings, motions, and briefs, and representing individual, organizational, or government clients in litigation

Experience conducting legal research and analysis and translating insights into new theories and case strategies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present legal subject matter to a non-legal audience

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, allied organizations, and public officials, and ability to collaborate with a diverse array of stakeholders, building relationships and acting as an empathetic and respectful thought partner

Possession of an inclusive work style, value of diverse perspectives, and desire to learn and grow by acknowledging any limitations and areas of growth

Comfort with problem solving, navigating ambiguity, and approaching challenges with patience and a sense of humor

Exceptional organizational and project management skills with a high attention to detail

Ability to juggle several concurrent projects across multiple stakeholders, establishing clear lines of communication and keeping work on track and on time

Deep conviction to serve GIFFORDS' mission of tackling America's gun violence crisis

Shares Giffords' commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and anti-racism (IDEA)

Preferred

Subject matter expertise in the Second Amendment, experience with other constitutional law, administrative law, or other firearms policy and regulation

Plaintiff's side litigation experience