States United Democracy Center · 2 days ago
Senior Legal Fellow
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expStates United Democracy Center is seeking a Senior Legal Fellow to assist clients and internal stakeholders with election and voter-related issues for the 2026 elections. The role involves providing legal guidance, analyzing election laws, and supporting legal research and litigation efforts.
GovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Perform all duties in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence
Track issues related to the 2026 midterm elections, stay up to date on case law related to elections and voting, and advise clients on election laws, including with respect to contests and certification of election results
Assist clients with litigation and other legal projects by conducting factual, legal, and strategic analysis, and devising relevant theories and materials, and cases, in close coordination with other States United attorneys
Provide technical assistance and expert legal advice to state offices, stakeholders, partners, coalition members, and others who seek assistance from States United, including but not limited to creating white papers and reports analyzing election and voter related laws and actions and assisting with scenario planning for the election
Assist in developing and drafting amicus briefs related to elections and voting on behalf of non-partisan and bipartisan signatories
Work with colleagues in the Research, Communications, and Strategy and Partnerships Departments to analyze legal issues and develop public education and other materials on election protection
Qualification
Required
Attorney with active bar license, and: For a Senior Fellow, a minimum of 9 years of post-law school experience
Team player who can work with other members of the organization, including other attorneys, legal support staff, communications, and researchers, and who can coordinate with internal and external legal teams
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a demanding and fast-paced environment
Willingness and ability to work beyond the normal workday, on weekends, and/or more than 40 hours a week as necessary
Outstanding judgment about both case/legal issues and organizational issues
Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability
Must be able to commit to a minimum of 15% travel time
Preferred
Experience working on issues of election protection and/or voting rights is strongly preferred
Experience working with state officials, including governors or attorneys general, is a plus
Benefits
100% employer paid health, vision, and dental plans
Matching retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
Company
States United Democracy Center
Nonpartisan organization committed to advancing free, fair, and secure elections
Founded in 2021Washington, District of Columbia, USA
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Fiona Dwyer-McNulty
Chief of Staff to the CEO
Joanna Lydgate
President & Chief Executive Officer
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