Workers' Rights Staff Attorney
$87,550–$137,620 year
HybridSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Develop impact litigation, including class actions, in state or federal courts to protect immigrant workers from governmental attacks and employer abuses. Provide high-quality legal advice and representation to individual low-wage workers, including in federal or state courts, administrative proceedings, and direct negotiations with employers. Support worker-led and worker-center-supported campaigns while advocating for pro-worker policies at local, state, and federal levels. Collaborate with communications staff to develop client stories and execute narrative-shifting strategies, alongside community education and outreach efforts. Work closely with worker centers and community partners to build lasting power for low-income, immigrant workers under the guidance of the Workers' Rights Program Director.
Required Qualifications
- B.A./B.S. and J.D. degrees
- California bar membership
- At least two years of experience conducting state and/or federal court litigation
- Two (2) or more years of experience in labor and employment law and/or administrative law practice
- Demonstrated commitment to building worker power, including through organizing and legal representation
- Demonstrated commitment to low-income, immigrant, and/or API/AMEMSA communities
- Substantive legal experience in labor and employment law and/or administrative law
- Excellent skills in legal research, analysis, and written and oral advocacy
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and projects in a timely manner
- Highly motivated self-starter with a willingness to learn and grow
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with other attorneys, advocates, and community-based organizations
- Language proficiency in an Asian or Middle Eastern language
- A Cover letter explaining your interest in the position
- Resume
- Writing sample (no more than 10 pages)
- Three professional references (including one direct supervisor reference)
Desired Qualifications
- five (5) or more years of relevant experience is required for a Senior staff Attorney and highly desired
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