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  • 11/9/09: The Office of Regional Counsel, United States Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 (Dallas, TX), is seeking to hire an attorney with a minimum 0-3 years of experience with environmental statutes and/or general litigation, at the GS-11 or GS-12 level ($40,645-76,627) depending upon experience and qualifications. The Office of Regional Counsel has a fast-paced, high-profile practice, providing legal interpretations and advice in all areas of environmental law, representing the Region in defensive litigation, Superfund cases, and civil enforcement of federal environmental laws and regulations. The selected attorney will be involved in civil enforcement of federal environmental laws and regulations and advising senior management on issues pertaining to Federal Indian law. Applicants must be citizens of the United States and licensed attorneys. Please submit resume and cover letter to Harrison.ben@epa.gov. All applications should be received no later than November 25, 2009.
  • 11/4/09: The National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) seeks a full-time Director of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Government Relations Department. This position is in Washington, DC. The Government Relations Department works closely with NBCC’s grassroots advocates to develop and pursue the legislative and public policy priorities for the organization. Reporting to the President, the Director of Government Relations & Public Policy works with a small team of staff and consultants in the Field & Government Relations departments to activate and engage breast cancer advocates and to advance the goals of the Coalition. The Director of Government Relations and Public Policy is responsible for the development of government relations & public policy initiatives, oversight of all activities associated with monitoring and analyzing federal and state legislation relating to NBCC’s agenda, and the administrative function of the Government Relations Department. Duties include developing political strategies to turn programs into viable federal and state policy; directing lobbying efforts; working with NBCC’s grassroots network, participating in and helping develop for advocacy training programs, and preparing testimony and position papers. Required Qualifications: 1) Bachelor’s degree in public policy or related field required; law or relevant graduate degree is preferred; 2) Extensive management experience with a minimum of 10 years of government relations and public policy experience, including tenure on Capitol Hill, is required; 3) In-depth understanding of healthcare public policy and women’s healthcare issues; 4) Familiarity with breast cancer issues is preferred; 5) Excellent research and oral/written communication skills are required; 6) Ability to work under tight deadlines and juggle multiple priorities is essential; 7) Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; 8) Proven ability to mentor and foster collaborations among staff and organizational membership is required. Salary is commensurate with experience; the position offers excellent benefits. Fax cover letter with resume and salary requirements to NBCC/Attn: Human Resources at (202) 973-4650, mail to 1101 17th St. NW, Suite 1300, Washington, DC 20036, or email jobs@stopbreastcancer.org. This email address is being protected from spam; applicants need Javascript enabled to view it with “Dir of GR & Public Policy” in the subject line. No telephone calls please. Application deadline: November 30, 2009
  • 11/4/09: Dykema Gossett, PLLC, seeks an attorney with 2- 4 years of medical malpractice and litigation experience for staff attorney position. Applicants must have strong academic credentials and exceptional analytical and writing skills. This position is in Chicago. Send cover letter with salary requirement, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Justine Maury, Dykema Gossett, PLLC, 10 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL 60606; (312) 627-2302 (fax). Application deadline: November 30, 2009
  • 11/4/09: Iowa Health System seeks an Attorney to work in its 9-person health system law department. This position is in Des Moines. Information technology experience is preferred. Healthcare regulatory experience is also beneficial. This position requires superior practice/employment history with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity or an outstanding law school record. Applicants must currently be admitted, be a candidate for admission to practice, or be a candidate for registration as house counsel in Iowa and Illinois. This position offers comprehensive pay and benefit package. Send resume in confidence to Denny Drake VP, General Counsel & Compliance Officer, Iowa Health System, 1515 Linden Street, Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50309; (515) 541-4649 (fax); DrakeD@IHS.org. Application deadline: November 15, 2009.
  • 11/3/09: John Deere's Worldwide Headquarters is seeking a senior-level attorney who can provide legal support for the Corporate Finance Securities Law Group. This position is in Moline, IL. This position will 1) Provide support to the pension organization in reviewing investment and banking agreements in connection with Deere pension plans investing activity; 2) Assist in managing enterprise corporate entity structure, updating corporate governance documents, including officers, directors, minutes & resolutions; 3) Manage subsidiary corporate governance integration; 4) Draft and review banking agreements and provide treasury support for financial transactions, including commercial paper, medium term notes, and asset backed security transactions. John Deere needs an excellent communicator with prior work experience in the securities law field or extensive legal experience regarding commercial and financial transactions. JD is required; a strong candidate will have a minimum of 4+ years of legal experience prior to taking this position. For more information and to apply, visit www.deere.com. Application deadline: November 15, 2009
  • 10/30/09: The Office of the Appellate Defender (OAD) is a non-profit indigent criminal defense organization of 18 lawyers devoted to providing high-quality, client-centered representation to indigent defendants primarily in criminal appeals in state court and collateral proceedings in state and federal court. OAD is a unique hybrid—part law firm, part training program—that has built a national reputation for attracting outstanding lawyers and finding innovative and economical ways to serve its indigent clients. OAD offers 2-year staff attorney positions, with a possibility for a third year, to lawyers who have demonstrated top-level skills in legal research and writing, as well as a commitment to providing legal services to the indigent. The office attracts attorneys who have clerked in state and federal courts, attorney with non-judicial post-graduate experience, and law graduates straight out of law school. Salary for OAD staff attorneys is based on years of experience, and it currently starts at $50,000 for law graduates. Strong preference will be given to applications received by December 15; applications received after that date may not be considered. Submit 1) cover letter that details applicant’s interest in OAD and skills/experience that make the applicant a strong candidate; 2) resume; 3) writing sample by mail only to Carolyn Wilson, Administrative Specialist, Office of the Appellate Defender, 11 Park Place, Suite 1601, New York, NY 10007. For more information, visit www.appellatedefender.org
  • 10/30/09: The 14th Court of Appeals, Houston, TX, is accepting applications for the position of Staff Attorney. The position performs highly advanced attorney work with in-depth analysis and preparation of legal memoranda; interprets laws and regulations; provides legal advice and counsel. The Staff Attorney works with direction from the justices with opportunity to use initiative and mature judgment. Essential job functions: 1) Conducts manual and computer assisted legal research; analyzes statutes, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; 2) Prepares memoranda and proposed orders and opinions in civil and criminal appeals; 3) Performs research on special problems, and administrative matters, screening for jurisdictional defects, preparing recommendations and obtaining rulings on motions. Applicants must have the ability to work independently; 4) Participates in pre- and post-submission conferences; 5) Performs related work as assigned. Minimum Qualifications; 1) License to practice law in the State of Texas; 2) Knowledge of legal principles in civil and criminal law; 3) Excellent legal research and writing skills; 4) Knowledge of Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure, Uniform System of Citation, and Texas Rules of Form; 5) Ability to identify, analyze, and present issues, both orally and in writing; 6) Proficiency in computer research and word processing skills; 7) Familiarity and working knowledge of WordPerfect and Word 2007; 8) Ability to prepare, plan, and organize work and to communicate clearly and effectively. Preferred Qualifications: 1) Previous appellate court experience as a law clerk or staff attorney; 2) At least 2 years as a practicing attorney; 3) Excellent writing skills. Applicant must submit 1) State Job Application form (http://www.twc.state.tx.us); 2) copies of law school transcripts; 3) list of 3 references; and 4) 5-page writing sample to Nina R. Indelicato, Chief Staff Attorney, Fourteenth Court of Appeals, 1307 San Jacinto, 11th Floor, Houston, TX 77002. In addition to the State Job Application, a resume may also be submitted. Application deadline: November 27, 2009
  • 10/30/09: Mid-sized San Antonio medical malpractice defense firm has immediate opening for an associate attorney. The firm’s well-established clientele consists of many hospitals and physicians. The position offers competitive pay, benefits and a great working atmosphere. Candidates should have 0- 5 years of experience and have placed reasonably high in their law school class. Prior med mal experience is not required but is a definite plus. Send resume and law school transcript to Evans & Rowe, Attn: Julie McCoy, 10101 Reunion Place, Suite 900, San Antonio, TX 78216; (210) 340-6664 (fax); jmccoy@evans-rowe.com. All applications held in the strictest of confidence. Application deadline: November 30, 2009
  • 10/30/09: The Cleveland Clinic, in partnership with Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, MetroHealth Medical Center, and the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Administration Medical Center, invites applications to the Cleveland Fellowship in Advanced Bioethics. Participants will have the opportunity to obtain a Master’s degree in Bioethics from Case Western Reserve University, comprehensive clinical ethics consultation experience, and research experience as part of this 2-year fellowship. Applications will be considered from professionals with terminal post-graduate degrees in medicine, philosophy, nursing, social work, religious studies, law, or other fields related to the practice of clinical and academic bioethics. The next fellowship class begins July 1, 2010. The fellowship offers a $40,000 stipend, plus benefits. Application deadline: December 15, 2009. Further information and application guidelines are available at www.clevelandclinic.org/bioethics or email adamsm@ccf.org
  • 10/30/09: Sandbote, Waggoner & Zopolsky, P.C., an AV-rated law firm located in Mockingbird Station, TX, seeks a licensed, full-time attorney with 0- 5 years of experience in the areas of commercial litigation and/or insurance defense. Immediate responsibilities will include discovery, research, and writing. The attorney will work closely with and under the supervision of partners, and take on additional responsibilities as soon as practicable, including hearings, depositions, case management, and trial. Very strong writing skills and meticulous attention to detail are absolute necessities. Please forward a cover letter summarizing experience, resume, and transcript if licensed less than 1 year to jzopolsky@sandbotelaw.com. Application deadline: December 19, 2009
  • 10/23/09: California Indian Legal Services seeks a Staff Attorney in the Eureka office. Staff attorney will work with Indian individuals, families, organizations and tribal governments in all areas of Federal Indian law, including but not limited to, advising on issues involving jurisdiction, tax, estate planning, trust assets, environmental law, cultural resource protection, Indian education, natural resource development, tribal governance, tribal justice systems, employment, and the Indian Child Welfare Act. Responsibilities may range from the provision of brief counsel and services to low income Indian individuals to representing individuals and tribes in state and federal court, negotiating contracts, advising tribal clients and developing and implementing constitutions, codes, and policies for tribal clients. Requirements: 1) JD with exceptional academic achievement; 2) CA Bar license; 3) Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Indian law; 4) Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law; 5) Excellent oral and written communication skills; 6) Willingness to assume varied caseload; 7) Strong work ethic; 8) Able to work nights and weekends when many tribal councils meet; 9) Ability to travel overnight, valid driver’s license; 10) Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal services for Indian people. Desired qualifications: 1) Experience working with Indian individuals or tribes; 2) Prior legal services experience. The position offers competitive salary, depending on experience, and potential annual performance bonus. To apply, contact Patricia De La Cruz-Lynas, (760) 746-8941 (telephone); (760) 746-1815 (fax); hiring@calindian.org. For more information, visit http://www.calindian.org
  • 10/20/09: The Institute for Public Representation (IPR) at Georgetown University Law Center invites applications for a 2-year Graduate fellow/staff attorney position that will become available in August 2010. This 2-year position provides extensive training and experience in public interest advocacy. IPR is a public interest law firm and law school clinic founded by Georgetown University Law Center in 1971. Since its founding, IPR has acted as counsel for groups and individuals who are unable to obtain effective legal representation on matters that have a significant impact on issues of broad public importance. IPR’s work is currently focused in three areas: environmental law, civil rights law/general public interest law, and 1st amendment and media law and policy. IPR provides 2Ls and 3Ls an opportunity to develop a wide range of lawyering skills by working on real cases under the supervision of faculty members and staff attorneys. There are 5 graduate fellow/staff attorney positions at IPR. This year IPR is recruiting for only 1 position in the environmental area. Additional information about IPR’s projects is available at http://www.law.georgetown.edu/clinics/ipr. IPR is looking for applicants who demonstrate the following: 1) Commitment to public interest law; 2) Prior work and/or clinic experience and course work in environmental law; 3) Strong legal writing and communications skills and experience and/or interest in helping others improve their lawyering skills; 4) Ability to work well in a collaborative and mutually respectful environment; 5) Interest in (and aptitude for) clinical legal education. Staff attorneys must be members of the D.C. Bar or take steps to apply for membership in the D.C. Bar (through examination or reciprocity) upon being accepted for the position. Applicants for the fellowship should submit the following: 1) Resume; 2) Law school transcript; 3) 2 letters of recommendation from law school teachers or attorneys who are familiar with the candidate's work; 4) Recent writing sample; 5) Brief statement (not longer than 1 single-spaced page) explaining the applicant’s interest in the position. Applications should be postmarked no later than December 1, 2009, and should be sent to Hope Babcock, Institute for Public Representation, Georgetown Law, 600 New Jersey Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001, Re: Fellowship Program.
  • 10/1/09: Kozeny & McCubbin, L.C., is a growing creditor’s rights law firm dedicated to providing the highest quality legal representation to clients by cultivating tailored relationships through innovation, knowledge, diligence and integrity. The firm is currently accepting resumes for a Litigation Attorney who will be responsible for providing litigation services, transactional and legal research; advising the Company of legal rights and responsibilities regarding client matters; keeping current on changes in the law by reviewing available legal information; and attending Continuing Legal Education sessions. The successful candidate will possess: 1) JD from an accredited law school; 2) License to practice law in MO and/or KS, preferably both (must be active and in good standing); 3) 5+ years of litigation experience; 4) Experience utilizing Westlaw or other relational databases; 5) Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; 6) Professional demeanor; and 7) Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Previous experience in or familiarity with real estate law is strongly preferred. The candidate selected for this position may work from the firm’s St. Louis, MO or Kansas City, KS office; either option is open for discussion. Salary will be commensurate with the amount of relevant experience. Only those candidates with a can-do, will-do attitude and who meet the requirements listed above should apply. Candidates must have a stable work history and a motivation and drive to succeed in an ever-changing business environment. Please submit resume and cover letter, including desired salary to https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=439546
  • 9/30/09: Statewide non-profit seeks Staff Attorney in its Birmingham office to provide legal assistance in the areas of consumer law, housing law, employment law, elder law, family law, public benefits, probate, and other civil matters. Admission to the Alabama Bar and computer proficiency are required. Experience working with a low-income population is preferred. Applicants wtih bilingual skills are encouraged to apply. Slary: $38,000, with excellent benefits. Send cover letter, resume, references and a recent legal writing sample to jobs@alsp.org. The position is open until filled.
  • 9/30/09: The Sentencing Project is seeking a committed research analyst to work on the organization's varied public education and advocacy activities in the areas of sentencing, incarceration, racial justice, and collateral consequences of incarceration. The research analyst will work in our Washington, D.C. office as part of a program team engaged in policy-relevant research and public education. Responsibilities include: 1) In conjunction with senior staff, developing a research agenda for the organization; 2) Producing briefing sheets, policy reports, journal articles, and op-ed commentary; 3) Preparing policy summaries and commentary for website; 4) Communicating research findings to public audiences and media; 5) Keeping abreast of policy and program developments in the field. Desirable skills and experience include the following: 1) Graduate degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in research and public policy; 2) Strong writing and editing abilities; 3) Good working knowledge of the criminal justice system; 4) Strong quantitative skills and ability to analyze government and academic data and reports; 5) Ability to communicate research findings and policy implications to a broad audience; 6) Demonstrated commitment to reform and racial justice. Salary is commensurate with experience and duties. Current benefits package includes 3 weeks vacation; health, dental, life and disability insurance; contribution to 403(b) retirement plan and Metro transportation subsidy. Candidates who are qualified by experience, skill, and personal motivation are invited to apply. The Sentencing Project is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to cultural diversity and recruits without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, disabilities or prior convictions. No telephone calls please. Submit cover letter, resume, and a writing sample to Hiring Coordinator, The Sentencing Project, 514 Tenth Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20004; employment@sentencingproject.org
  • 9/15/09: The Alaska Public Defender Agency, through 13 statewide offices, provides legal services to indigent clients in criminal cases, child protection cases, mental health commitment proceedings, and juvenile delinquency matters. These services range from legal advice to case preparation and investigation, motion hearings, trial, appeal and beyond. The Alaska Public Defender Agency is seeking new attorneys and experienced trial attorneys to handle civil and criminal matters to represent indigent clients. Civil matters would include representing juveniles in delinquency proceedings and parents in child custody cases. Criminal matters include misdemeanor and all levels of felonies. Caseloads may be exclusively civil, criminal, or a mixture of both, depending on interest and location. Positions are available in both urban and rural office locations. Applicants must be members of a state bar association and be able to either gain admittance to the Alaska Bar Association through reciprocity or pass the Alaska Bar examination within 10 months of commencing employment. Salary: $55,216 -99,092 depending on experience and location of position. Please submit a cover letter, resume with references, and writing sample to Quinlan Steiner, Public Defender Agency, 900 West 5th Avenue, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99501. The same may be faxed to (907) 334-4440 or emailed to quinlan.steiner@alaska.gov. Telephone calls are also welcome to discuss available opportunities at (907) 334-4414 or by email. The positions are open until filled.
  • 9/14/09: Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), is a nonprofit, legal services organization in Washington, DC. It seeks a Director of Immigration Initiatives and Projects. This position will lead, manage, direct, and supervise CLINIC’s projects development and management work. The Immigration Initiatives and Projects Section director will also ensure creative and responsive projects are developed and effectively implemented to respond to the needs of vulnerable immigrants who otherwise would not be served. Job requirements include: proven ability to conduct strategic and operational planning; prior success in designing and managing programs, preferably at the national level; experience in designing and conducting program evaluations; strong management, supervisory, communications, and interpersonal skills. Applicants should have graduate degree in management with 8 years of senior management experience in non-profit setting or undergraduate degree with at least 10 years experience in responsible program management positions. Salary is commensurate with experience; the position offers a generous benefits package. Send letter of interest, resume, references, and salary requirements as soon as possible to: IIP Director, Human Resources, CLINIC,415 Michigan Avenue, NE, #200, Washington, DC 20017; clinichr@cliniclegal.org; (202) 635-2649 (fax). Visit webpage at www.cliniclegal.org. No telephone calls, please. CLINIC is an equal opportunity employer.
  • 9/2/09: The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit seeks Staff Attorneys. These positions are in New York, NY and will begin in August 2010. Salary: $63,397. The Staff Attorneys’ Office serves the Court at large. Principal tasks include analyzing and researching legal issues and drafting bench memoranda for all pro se and counseled substantive motions heard by panels of 3 judges, as well as for all appeals in which at least one party is proceeding pro se. In their memoranda, Staff Attorneys discuss the facts and procedural history of the case, analyze the legal issues, and recommend the disposition of the appeal. The appeals raise issues in such areas as habeas corpus, civil procedure, constitutional law, employment discrimination, social security, criminal law, sentencing guidelines (especially prisoners’ rights), immigration and commercial law. Staff Attorneys also perform other legal and administrative functions. These positions are for 2-year terms, with the possibility of yearly renewal up to a maximum 5-year term. Qualifications: JD required. Applicants must have excellent academic credentials and possess superior analytical, research and writing skills. Prior federal and appellate experience is preferred, including externships. To be considered, submit 3 copies of each: cover letter, resume and law school transcript; and 3 references to SAO_applications@ca2.uscourts.gov. Please include reference #FY 09-24 on the cover letter.
  • 9/2/09: Special Master Dee Lord in the Office of Special Masters of the United States Court of Federal Claims will be hiring a Law Clerk. This position is in Washington, D.C. Salary range: $69,989-95,026. Start date: January-March 2010. Special Masters are full-time judicial officials who adjudicate claims filed pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act, 42 USC § 300aa-1 to-34. The law clerk for a Special Master helps manage cases dealing with allegations that certain vaccines (DPT, measles, MMR, hepatitis A and B, hemophilus B influenza, varicella, flu, pneumococcal) caused injury and/or death. The United States Department of Justice defends these Suits. Representative Duties: The law clerk must be willing and able to manage a heavy caseload, including conferring with counsel, keeping the Special Master's calendar up-to-date, helping with decisions on liability, damages, attorneys’ fees and costs, issuing orders after status conferences, and keeping monthly statistics on the disposition of cases. Accuracy and the ability to concentrate on multiple tasks are essential to the position. Professionalism in dealing with opposing counsel is also mandatory. Mandatory Requirements: 1) Law school graduate; 2) Superior analytical and writing abilities; 3) Professional demeanor in speaking with counsel. The United States Court of Federal Claims requires employees to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct. Applicants are subject to an FBI background investigation as a condition of employment. Complete application packages must be received by 4:00 p.m. on December 1, 2009. Forward a cover letter, writing sample, and resume to Special Master Dee Lord, United States Court of Federal Claims, Office of Special Masters, 1440 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 200, Washington, DC 20005 or email to mary_pollard@ao.uscourts.gov. Additional information regarding the Office of Special Masters can be found at http://www.uscfc.uscourts.gov/osmpage.htm. No telephone calls please. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
  • 9/2/09: The United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa is seeking applications for an elbow law clerk to Chief Judge Linda R. Reade to begin in August of 2010. The position will be located in Cedar Rapids. Salary range: $56,411-80,402. The incumbent will be hired for the period commencing in August 2010 until August 2012, with the possibility of additional years. The incumbent will be a part of the Chief Judge’s staff, which will consist of a secretary, 2 law clerks, a courtroom deputy/legal advisor and a court reporter. The incumbent will have the opportunity to research a variety of legal issues, draft memoranda, draft jury instructions, and draft opinions. The successful applicant will be required to submit to a background clearance which includes fingerprinting. Appointments are provisional based upon successful background clearance. Minimum qualifications: JD from a law school of recognized standing in the upper 25% of the class (or certified completion of all law school studies and requirements, and merely awaiting conferment of degree by August 2010) is required. Applicant must possess excellent research and computer skills, be organized, a team player and highly motivated. Prior legal experience is preferred. Law Review experience, publication of a noteworthy article in a law school publication or other scholarly publication, or moot court experience are preferred. Due to the volume of applications, not all applicants will be interviewed. The Court will only communicate with those individuals who will be interviewed. The position will be opened until filled and may be closed without further notice. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications to The Honorable Linda R. Reade, Chief Judge, United States District Court, Northern District of Iowa, 4200 C Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
  • 8/17/09: Kennedy and Coe, LLC seeks an Attorney/Consultant with 0-5 years of experience for either its Wichita or Salina, KS office. Duties may include, but are not limited to: 1) Research, planning and consulting with business owners and internal staff in the following areas: federal, state and local tax; pension and fringe benefits; entity formation and reorganization; general business operations; 2) Communication and delivery of findings and solutions to internal staff and clients. Requirements: JD with class rank in top 33%; 2) Accounting degree also helpful, but not required; 3) Must have passed Bar Exam before employment begins; 4) Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; 5) Team player and ability to work independently; 6) Excellent problem-solving skills; 7) Ability to work with all levels of staff in an organization; 8) Willingness to travel. Kennedy and Coe, LLC, is the largest certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in Kansas. It offers a great working environment plus opportunity, variety of work, competitive salary and excellent benefits package. To apply, please send cover letter with salary requirements, resume, and transcript to Jeannie Blue, Kennedy and Coe, LLC, P.O. Box 2086, Salina, KS 67402-2086; blue@kcoe.com; or apply online at www.kcoe.com.