Senior Civil Rights Litigator — Lead High-Impact Cases

CAIR-LA; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation days

Professional development

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Sabbatical

Job summary

CAIR-LA seeks a Managing Civil Rights Litigation Attorney in Anaheim, CA to lead complex civil rights cases and advance justice for the Muslim community. You will oversee strategy, develop impactful litigation, and collaborate with policy, advocacy, and communications teams.

The role requires at least 8 years in relevant practice, California Bar status, and a strong commitment to civil liberties, with significant leadership experience and a willingness to travel within Southern California.

Qualifications

• Required: ABA-accredited law degree and active California Bar admission.
• At least 8 years in state and/or federal court with civil rights or related practice.
• Three+ years supervising legal professionals; ability to independently develop and litigate cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic litigation addressing systemic civil rights issues for CAIR-CA.
• Identify emerging issues and cases aligned with CAIR-CA priorities.
• Manage all stages of litigation from client interviews to trial preparation.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Mentor attorneys, fellows, paralegals, and support staff.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation strategy

Oral communication

Written communication

Project management

Team leadership

Caseload management

Diversity & inclusion

Education

ABA-accredited law degree

Tools

Office 365

Lexis/Westlaw

Job description

CAIR-LA seeks a Managing Civil Rights Litigation Attorney in Anaheim, CA to lead complex civil rights cases and advance justice for the Muslim community. You will oversee strategy, develop impactful litigation, and collaborate with policy, advocacy, and communications teams.

The role requires at least 8 years in relevant practice, California Bar status, and a strong commitment to civil liberties, with significant leadership experience and a willingness to travel within Southern California.