Federal Civil Rights Attorney

Equiliem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Federal Civil Rights Attorney to join our onsite team in Chicago, IL. The attorney will interpret federal law, review investigative findings, and provide clear, defensible conclusions on civil rights issues.

A JD and active bar license are required, with preference for candidates who have experience with federal investigations or administrative review functions. The position offers full-time onsite work, competitive salary, and eligibility for a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Experience in investigations, administrative law, regulatory compliance, or civil rights.
• Experience applying federal civil rights statutes (Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, Age Discrimination Act, etc.).
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience with federal government legal, investigative, compliance, or administrative review functions preferred.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate civil rights complaints, allegations, evidence, and supporting documentation to determine appropriate next steps and case disposition.
• Analyze investigative findings and complex factual records to identify relevant legal and compliance issues.
• Research and interpret federal statutes, regulations, policies, and agency guidance.
• Apply federal civil rights laws to individual cases and develop well-supported legal conclusions.
• Prepare legal memoranda, investigative findings, case evaluations, correspondence, reports, dismissal letters, and recommendations.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or additional information needed to support a thorough case review.
• Maintain organized case files and accurate documentation throughout the review process.
• Collaborate with investigators, legal professionals, program staff, and other stakeholders to obtain information and resolve questions.
• Support quality assurance activities by reviewing work for legal accuracy, consistency, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage multiple investigations or legal assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable legal and organizational requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen the consistency and efficiency of case review activities.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Civil rights law

First Amendment exposure

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Federal Civil Rights Attorney

Schedule: Full-Time | 100% Onsite

Salary: $120,000-$160,000

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust

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Job Summary

We are seeking an attorney who enjoys digging into complex facts, interpreting federal law, and turning detailed investigations into clear, defensible legal conclusions. This role supports a federal program responsible for evaluating civil rights complaints, reviewing investigative findings, and assessing compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong legal research and writing skills along with experience in investigations, administrative law, regulatory compliance, civil rights, or another practice area involving complex statutory analysis. Attorneys with exposure to First Amendment or constitutional issues are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate civil rights complaints, allegations, evidence, and supporting documentation to determine appropriate next steps and case disposition.
• Analyze investigative findings and complex factual records to identify relevant legal and compliance issues.
• Research and interpret federal statutes, regulations, policies, and agency guidance.
• Apply federal civil rights laws to individual cases and develop well-supported legal conclusions.
• Prepare legal memoranda, investigative findings, case evaluations, correspondence, reports, dismissal letters, and recommendations.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or additional information needed to support a thorough case review.
• Maintain organized case files and accurate documentation throughout the review process.
• Collaborate with investigators, legal professionals, program staff, and other stakeholders to obtain information and resolve questions.
• Support quality assurance activities by reviewing work for legal accuracy, consistency, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage multiple investigations or legal assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable legal and organizational requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen the consistency and efficiency of case review activities.

Job Requirements

• Experience supporting investigations, administrative law, litigation, regulatory compliance, civil rights matters, or other legal matters involving substantial factual and statutory analysis.
• Demonstrated experience applying federal civil rights statutes, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination Act.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with experience producing legal memoranda, investigative reports, case evaluations, findings, correspondence, or legal recommendations.
• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate complex facts and reach well-supported conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail when managing multiple cases or assignments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• First Amendment, constitutional law, or related experience preferred.
• Experience supporting federal government legal, investigative, compliance, or administrative review functions preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Work Experience

• Relevant experience may include civil rights, administrative law, investigations, litigation, regulatory compliance, employment law, constitutional law, or other legal practice involving complex statutory and factual analysis.
• Experience applying federal civil rights laws within a government, legal, regulatory, investigative, or compliance environment preferred.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or [phone].