Chief Legal Officer
$275,000–$320,000 year
On-site · Atlanta, Georgia, United States or Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Chief Legal Officer (CLO) at SPLC responsible for shaping and leading a strategic litigation docket at federal/state levels, directing a large Legal Department, and partnering with the President/CEO, Board, and external stakeholders to advance civil rights advocacy. Role emphasizes strategic planning, high-quality legal representation, organizational leadership, budget oversight, staff development, and cross-team collaboration to advance justice, equity, and inclusion across a multi-state footprint.
Required Qualifications
- JD from an accredited national law school
- Admitted to any state bar in the United States
- Minimum of 15 years of experience actively litigating and managing large federal/state litigation
- Leadership experience in a nonprofit legal organization or equivalent
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