Disability Rights Education Attorney

Maryland Nonprofits; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Disability Rights Maryland (DRM) seeks a civil rights-oriented attorney to promote and advance the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. The attorney will represent individuals in administrative and judicial proceedings, engage in systemic advocacy, monitor reform efforts, and provide legal advice and technical assistance to people with disabilities, their families, and other stakeholders.

The role includes educating communities, participating in coalitions, and traveling across

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland, or admitted after sitting for next available Bar exam.
• Strong commitment to DRM’s mission of civil rights for people with disabilities.
• Interest in social justice and equity for disability communities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to research and analyze legal issues and develop advocacy strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active caseload representing individuals with disabilities in administrative and/or judicial proceedings.
• Support public policy and litigation efforts.
• Conduct outreach to identify clients in need of services.
• Develop strategies to advance DRM’s advocacy priorities under supervision.
• Work with community stakeholders, co-counsel, and others.
• Participate in coalitions and task forces on disability civil rights matters.
• Engage in administrative and legislative advocacy at local and state levels.
• Travel throughout the State of Maryland.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Public policy advocacy

Cross-cultural communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Disability Rights Maryland (DRM) seeks a civil rights-oriented attorney to promote and advance the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. The attorney will represent individuals in administrative and judicial proceedings, engage in systemic advocacy, monitor reform efforts, and provide legal advice and technical assistance to people with disabilities, their families, and other stakeholders.

The role includes educating communities, participating in coalitions, and traveling across