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Southern Poverty Law Center
Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA, Washington, D.C.
Source: Southern Poverty Law Center careers · View original posting
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The SPLC is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney or Staff Attorney committed to dismantling white supremacy.
The Senior Staff or Staff Attorney in the Inclusion and Anti-Extremism (IAE) Advocacy and Litigation Team (ALIT) investigates, develops and litigates cases challenging hate groups and white supremacists. The Attorney will have the opportunity to work on cases and campaigns vindicating and advancing the rights of communities targeted by hate groups, including communities of color, LGBTQ people, immigrants, and others.
Who You Are
Experienced.
Demonstrated experience and/or interest in litigating in federal and state courts at the trial and appellate levels.
Advocate.
Experience working with community organizations, grassroots campaigns and impacted communities, particularly in the South, to dismantle white supremacy.
Committed.
Demonstrated interest and commitment to dismantling white supremacy and representing victims of hate and extremism.
Analytical.
Ability to synthesize complex issues and communicate them effectively to diverse audiences.
Researcher.
Demonstrated ability to conduct legal research and factual investigations.
Creative.
Ability to take calculated risks in crafting and executing strategies to move litigation and other advocacy forward.
Collaborative.
Demonstrated ability to work with others, including both internal and external stakeholders.
Innovative.
Ability to think innovatively and creatively about claims and causes of action to combat white supremacy and extremism.
Communicative.
Exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate persuasively to a variety of audiences through writing and speaking.
Mission, Vision & Culture Alignment.
Demonstrates an understanding of and a commitment to SPLC's mission, vision and values.
Compensation
This is an exempt role, and the minimum starting salary is $78,832.00 annually. Salary is based on legal experience post law school.
Click here to view the benefits available to SPLC staff.
Where & How You'll Work
Will work remotely but is expected to attend work-related activities that occur at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
Will work at an SPLC office at least three days per week and may work two days per week from an alternative work location.
This position will report to the Senior Supervising Attorney, Inclusion & Anti-Extremism ALIT.
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
This position is represented by the Washington-Baltimore News Guild.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.
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