Human Rights Litigation Associate - Schoen Legal Search : Job Details

It is already happening again.

Students are already returning to college campuses across the country, and they are already facing discrimination and hate, not the least of which is coming from angry protestors.

Additionally, this hate and discrimination has spread to the corporate setting and is disrupting the work environment.

With the elections less than two weeks away, this can only get worse.

The Brandeis Center, a leading nonprofit human rights organization, is leading the fight to help students, employees, and Jews, stand up to this discrimination and hate on campuses and in corporate settings. We have hired some AMAZING lawyers in recent months. We need MORE!

The Center is looking for NY admitted attorneys with 3-9 years of CIVIL litigation experience and who have strong academic credentials. Preference is for those who have practiced in a law firm.

Experience in BOTH state and federal courts is preferred. Multiple states are a huge PLUS!

Commitment to the Organizations mission is a MUST

You WILL be doing ALL of the following:

• Manage cases involving discrimination in higher education

• Conduct witness interviews and client intake

• Handle discovery and legal communications

• Prepare legal documents and research

• Assist with local events and law school chapters

• Deliver presentations to various audiences

Additionally, you may be asked to get involved in some policy work, event planning, and interacting with donors!

Some travel may be required.

While we appreciate your interest, NO 2024 graduates will be considered!