The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is Americas largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIRs mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.

Position: Senior Litigation Attorney

Organization: CAIR Legal Defense Fund (a nonprofit subsidiary of CAIR Foundation)

Reports to:CAIR LDF Deputy Director

Supervision Responsibilities:Trial Attorney/ Staff Attorney

Location:Washington, DC

FLSA Status:Exempt

Hour:9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.( eastern time zone)

Compensation:The salary for this role is $130,000 annually.

Where we Operate:This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States and currently reside in the following: Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Position Summary:

CAIR LDF seeks a seasoned Senior Litigation Attorney with demonstrated expertise in federal court litigation, including constitutional and civil rights claims brought under Section 1983 and other federal statutes. The attorney must have experience developing litigation strategy, managing all phases of discovery, supervising junior attorneys or staff, and independently handling hearings, oral argument, and trials.

The position will focus on cutting-edge federal litigation under Section 1983 and other civil rights statutes, involving First and Fourth Amendment violations, unlawful law enforcement practices, surveillance and watch listing, RLUIPA violations, and other forms of systemic discrimination and government overreach.

The Senior Litigation Attorney will be primarily responsible for:

• Leading or co-leading trial teams and collaborating with other attorneys on case strategy.
• Independently managing all aspects of litigation, including but not limited to conducting fact investigations, coordinating expert discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing substantive motions, leading trial preparations, and presenting oral arguments in federal court.
• Supervising and mentoring junior attorneys and legal fellows, including reviewing legal work, coaching on litigation practice, and promoting skill development.
• Performing other litigation-related duties as assigned by the CAIR LDF Deputy Director or Director.
• Involvement in appellate litigation.
• Involvement in alternative dispute resolution proceedings and settlement negotiations, and recommending settlements of litigation when appropriate.
• Participating in speaking engagements pertaining to civil rights issues facing the American Muslim community.
• Training and coaching of CAIR LDF staff as requested.
• Attend continuing legal education seminars and keep abreast of changes in the law through reading and other means.
• Travel and weekend hours require…