Job Title: Trial Attorney
Department: Civil Rights
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Reports to General Counsel/National Litigation Director
Location: Washington, DC
Pay Range: The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $100,000 USD annually. Candidates can expect to be offered $95,000 as a new hire in the role.
The Trial Attorney will be primarily responsible for:
· 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:
· 401K retirement benefits with an employer match.
· The employee cost share for benefits is up to 20% this includes the medical, dental, and vision.
· We offer vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays.
· 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) available.
· 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.