Staff counsel is responsible for a substantial caseload f major class actions in federal court and works closely with other staff lawyers and local counsel. The work includes drafting of pleadings and briefs, discovery and motion practice, and conducting trials and appeals. In addition, staff attorneys provide technical assistance and expert legal advice to local ACLU affiliates, cooperating attorneys and others who seek assistance from the Project. They are also expected to engage in public speaking and to articulate ACLU views to the media and a variety of audiences on the broad range of prisoners' rights, criminal justice issues and civil liberties concerns. Each staff attorney is responsible for the specific supervision of cases.
Extensive travel is involved .
Applicants must have litigation experience, preferably in federal courts, as well as excellent analytical skills, an ability to write clearly and communicate effectively, and a commitment to civil liberties and public interest law. The salary is governed by the National ACLU scale for attorneys, which is based upon years out of law school. Excellent health and welfare benefits are provided. Applications should consist of a current resume, the names and phone numbers of three references, and at least one general writing sample. If you wish writing samples to be returned, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.