Staff Attorney - Anti-Corruption & Public Interest Law

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UC Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley seeks a Staff Attorney - Anti-Corruption to support the Edley Center on Law & Democracy. The role involves substantial legal research, writing, and advocacy across state and local authorities with a focus on California and broader public corruption issues.

The position is full-time, exempt, with UC benefits and a policy-driven, collaborative environment. Remote work up to one day per week within the United States is allowed; salary is budgeted between $9,167

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and CA Bar in good standing.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in civil litigation or policy/legislation work.

Responsibilities

• Support case and project work for the Edley Center on Law & Democracy.
• Draft amicus briefs, motions, and responsive materials.
• Collaborate with interns, partners, and stakeholders to advance litigation and policy goals.]
• Assist with policy development and research on state/local topics, including California.

Skills

Legal research

Civil litigation

Policy development

Written advocacy

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Zoom

Job description

University of California, Berkeley seeks a Staff Attorney - Anti-Corruption to support the Edley Center on Law & Democracy. The role involves substantial legal research, writing, and advocacy across state and local authorities with a focus on California and broader public corruption issues.

The position is full-time, exempt, with UC benefits and a policy-driven, collaborative environment. Remote work up to one day per week within the United States is allowed; salary is budgeted between $9,167