Description:

Position:?
A Liberal or Progressive Nonprofit Law and Public Policy Institute seeks an attorney for its Liberty and National Security Program. The attorney will focus primarily on (1) the Program's efforts to bolster the role of Congress as a check against executive overreach in the area of emergency powers, and (2) reform of government surveillance practices.

Note: A Liberal or Progressive Nonprofit Law and Public Policy Institute employees adhere to a hybrid schedule that is subject to change, with employees currently required to work in the office a minimum of three days per week, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. While most employees follow this in-person schedule, there may be some positions that require additional in-office days. This position is based in Washington, D.C.?It will require occasional travel to our New York City office and other locations as well.??

Responsibilities will include:

Engaging in legal and policy research and analysis.
Producing written reports and other public education materials.
Participating in communications activities such as public speaking engagements, outreach to media and media appearances, op-eds, blog posts, and conferences.
Conceiving and planning public events and private convenings.
Advancing policy reforms by educating and providing advice to lawmakers, and by working in coalitions and with external stakeholders.
Identifying and conducting interviews with relevant subject matter experts.
Advising officials, advocates, and activists.
Possibly participating in litigation as amicus or counsel.
Supervising research/program associates and interns on projects.

Qualifications:
Required.?A J.D. degree and admission to the bar of the office where the employee is based. If you are admitted to a Bar for a state other than the office where you are located, you must be eligible to practice or apply for admission to that state's Bar within 6 months of hire. A minimum of two years' legal experience is required (which may include clerkships).

Ideal. The ideal candidate will have some combination of the following experiences and qualifications. We recognize that many excellent candidates may not have all these experiences and qualifications and we will provide support for the successful candidate to acquire additional skills.

Three to five years' relevant experience as an attorney.
Exceptional writing skills for a variety of audiences (including legal, legislative, journalistic, and public).
Outstanding research and analytical skills.
Comfort with public speaking.
Ability to work with media.
Ability to work in coalition with other organizations and with diverse constituencies.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to juggle tasks in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
Strong initiative and ability to work independently, combined with a “team player” mentality.
Good interpersonal skills and sound judgment, including the ability to work diplomatically and effectively with others both inside and outside the organization.
Resilience, a sense of humor, and a solutions-oriented outlook.
A background in one or more of the following areas: civil liberties,?national security,?and/or human rights law;?legislative advocacy (or other legislative experience); and litigation.