Trial Attorney

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.

Position: Trial Attorney

Department: Civil Rights

Reports to: National Litigation Director

Supervision Responsibilities: None

Location: Washington, DC

FLSA Status: Exempt

Time Zone: You must be willing to work east coast time/hours and here are the hours (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Compensation: The salary for this role is $95,00 annually. A new hire can expect to be offered $95,000 as a new hire in the role. The compensation for this role is set and not subject to negotiation.

Where we Operate: This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States and currently reside in the following: Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

CAIR only accepts applications from candidates residing in these states. Applicants who are not currently located in one of these states may still apply; however, they will be formally notified that, if selected, they must relocate to a state in which CAIR operates and/or to a location aligned with the job announcement prior to the start of employment.

Essential Duties:

• • Working collaboratively with other attorneys as a member of trial teams
  • Involvement in all aspects of the trial stage, including, but not limited to, conducting fact investigation, working with expert witnesses, serving and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting substantive and procedural briefs, conducting all aspects of any trial, and presenting oral argument in federal court, local and state courts if applicable, and administrative hearings
  • Involvement in appellate litigation
  • Involvement in alternative dispute resolution proceedings and settlement negotiations, and recommending settlements of litigation when appropriate
  • Participating in speaking engagements pertaining to civil rights issues facing the American Muslim community
  • Training and coaching of CAIR staff as requested
  • Attend continuing legal education seminars and keep abreast of changes in the law through reading and other means
  • Travel and weekend hours required as needed

Qualifications:

• • J.D. from an accredited law school and an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction)
  • Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines; must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment
  • Well-versed with the civil rights law
  • Excellent legal research, writing and oral skills
  • The ideal candidate has a minimum three years of experience
  • Experience in appellate practice preferred
  • No disciplinary actions on record or pending
  • An understanding of civil rights issues relating to American Muslims
  • Passion for the mission of the Council on American-Islamic Relations
  • Ability to communicate in language other than English is a plus

Compensation Package:

• Health Insurance is available through CAREFIRST.
• The employee cost share for health benefits is up to 20%.
• Dental and vision benefits are covered by the employer at 100%.
• 401K retirement benefits with an employer match up to 4%.
• We offer 13 paid holidays.
• Vacation, sick, and personal leave is offered.
• Ancillary coverages are available: Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
• Optional FSA (flexible spending account)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) is available.
• A professional development stipend is available.
• Tuition reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
• If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for the PSLF.