NELP is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, people of color, the disabled, lesbians and gay men, and people of transgendered experience are encouraged to apply. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in New York City, Lambda has regional offices in Los Angeles, Chicago and Atlanta. This Staff Attorney reports to the Supervising Attorney in New York and is responsible for all aspects of litigation in Lambda's precedent-setting cases. This includes assessing potential new matters, proposing new cases for Lambda's docket, handling litigation in trial and appellate courts, writing amicus and appellate briefs, organizing amicus strategies, and working with and developing Lambda's network of cooperating attorneys.
Some travel is required.
Applicants must demonstrate a high level of independence, significant leadership skills, excellent speaking and writing abilities, and the ability to produce the highest caliber legal work. In addition, working at Lambda requires a demonstrated awareness of and commitment to multiculturalism. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, disabilty and generous employer contribution to returement account. This position is open until filled. Candidates must be law school graduates and members in good standing of the bar of any state, territory or federal district court.