Federal Civil Rights Compliance Attorney

Equiliem; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); 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 licensed attorney to support a federal government program involving complaint reviews, investigations, and compliance matters. The role requires applying federal civil rights statutes, strong legal writing, and an ability to handle sensitive information in a deadline-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has experience across litigation, investigations, and administrative law, with a JD from an accredited law school and eligibility for a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting litigation, investigations, administrative law, compliance, or civil rights matters.
• Experience applying federal civil rights statutes (e.g., Title VI/VII/IX, ADA, Rehabilitation Act).
• Strong legal writing including memoranda, reports, and recommendations.
• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory.
• J.D. from an accredited law school; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Experience with First Amendment issues or constitutional law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review complaints and supporting docs to determine case disposition.
• Conduct legal and factual analysis of investigations and compliance matters.
• Research and interpret applicable federal laws, regulations, policies, and guidance.
• Draft memoranda, investigative summaries, correspondence, and reports.
• Maintain case files and supporting records; communicate with stakeholders.
• Support QA to ensure accuracy and timely completion of work.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Handle sensitive information in accordance with law and policy.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Civil Rights Knowledge

Legal Writing

Bar Licensed

Juris Doctor (JD)

Public Trust Clearance

First Amendment Experience

Independent Work

Education

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

Job description

Equiliem is seeking a licensed attorney to support a federal government program involving complaint reviews, investigations, and compliance matters. The role requires applying federal civil rights statutes, strong legal writing, and an ability to handle sensitive information in a deadline-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has experience across litigation, investigations, and administrative law, with a JD from an accredited law school and eligibility for a Public Trust clearance.