Senior Civil Rights Litigator (Hybrid) – San Francisco

Asian Law Caucus; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and holidays

Premium health/dental/life insurance (

FSA

Commuter benefits

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Asian Law Caucus is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney in San Francisco to build strategic, impact litigation in civil rights, immigrant justice, and economic justice areas. The role reports to the Litigation Director and collaborates across programs to advance inclusive democracy and a fair economy.

The attorney will lead case development, supervise junior attorneys, and engage in high-stakes state and federal court litigation while traveling as required.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of state and/or federal court litigation, preferably in public interest or civil rights.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and persuasive writing and oral advocacy.
• Commitment to low-income, immigrant, API/AMEMSA communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic, impact litigation addressing civil rights and economic justice issues affecting API and other communities.
• Collaborate with Litigation Director, Program Directors, and Managing Attorneys to identify potential cases.
• Lead and manage litigation teams, fostering collaboration and mentorship.
• Analyze court rulings and legal strategy for diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Legal Research

Oral Advocacy

Written Advocacy

Multi-tasking

Education

BA/BS

JD

California Bar

Job description

Asian Law Caucus is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney in San Francisco to build strategic, impact litigation in civil rights, immigrant justice, and economic justice areas. The role reports to the Litigation Director and collaborates across programs to advance inclusive democracy and a fair economy.

The attorney will lead case development, supervise junior attorneys, and engage in high-stakes state and federal court litigation while traveling as required.