November 14, 2023
• Serve as in-house counsel and direct the organization’s strategic litigation and regulatory practices • Support policy advocacy as needed • Oversee organization’s compliance in corporate governance • Advise and support on the drafting of corporate policies, bylaws, minutes, agendas, and resolutions • Oversee organization’s compliance with lobbying laws • Draft, review, and negotiate all contracts for the organization • Advise on matters of employment law • Manage relationships with all pro bono attorneys and outside counsel • Co-develop a legal strategy with the Executive Director • Set, track, and analyze clear and measurable metrics • Manage a growing team of attorneys and paralegals • Review legislative proposals and government contracts • Manage all aspects of litigation in diverse areas of law • Help manage litigation working groups • Participate as amicus for other cases, as appropriate • Review and respond to complaints from directly impacted people • Collaborate with national partners • Participate in administrative processes supporting increased regulation • Meet with regulators, including agency staff
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction • At least seven years of relevant legal experience as a practicing attorney • At least three years of professional experience managing a litigation practice • At least one year of professional experience overseeing in-house legal needs for a non-profit organization • Familiarity with the mechanics of complex civil litigation • Working knowledge of corporate abuse, administrative law, contract law, and legislative advocacy • Demonstrated ability to secure and manage effective litigation partnerships • Exceptional oral and written communication skills • Proven ability to build trusting relationships internally and externally • Familiarity with issues involving the prison industry • Genuine commitment to the organizational values
• Full medical, vision, and dental coverage • 20 days' vacation time • Ten days' personal/sick leave • Three days' bereavement leave • Generous 401k contribution match • $75 monthly cellphone stipend • Monthly wellness reimbursement • Dedicated budget line for professional development
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💵 $250k - $380k / year
🔥 Funding within the last year
💰 Series C on 2023-08
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