Senior Attorney: Remote Disability Rights in Criminal Justice

Equip for Equality; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 86,194 - 128,472; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid leave

Job summary

A civil rights organization in Illinois is seeking a Senior Attorney to lead advocacy for the rights of people with disabilities affected by criminal systems. The role involves litigation, mentoring junior attorneys, and collaboration on systemic issues while traveling for investigations. Requires a law degree, Illinois bar license, and at least seven years of legal practice. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $86,194 to $128,472 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of civil legal practice.
• Experience working with marginalized populations.
• Ability to work inside facilities with clients in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Advance rights of people with disabilities impacted by criminal systems.
• Take primary role in advancing litigation matters.
• Mentor staff attorneys and paralegals.
• Conduct project management for legal services grants.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Creativity

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Ability to work independently

Crisis intervention

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

License to practice law in Illinois

Job description

A civil rights organization in Illinois is seeking a Senior Attorney to lead advocacy for the rights of people with disabilities affected by criminal systems. The role involves litigation, mentoring junior attorneys, and collaboration on systemic issues while traveling for investigations. Requires a law degree, Illinois bar license, and at least seven years of legal practice. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $86,194 to $128,472 with comprehensive benefits.