Senior Litigation Attorney

Core responsibilities:

• Lead or co-lead trial teams and collaborate with other attorneys on case strategy
• Independently manage all aspects of litigation including fact investigations, expert discovery, depositions, motion drafting, trial preparations, and oral arguments in federal court
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal fellows, reviewing legal work and promoting skill development
• Participate in appellate litigation, alternative dispute resolution, settlement negotiations, and speaking engagements on civil rights issues

This role creates positive change by protecting civil rights, promoting justice, and empowering American Muslims through cutting-edge federal litigation addressing constitutional violations, unlawful law enforcement practices, surveillance, and systemic discrimination.

Required qualifications:

• J.D. from accredited law school and active bar membership in any jurisdiction
• Minimum 5 years of federal litigation experience with preference for complex constitutional or civil rights litigation at trial or appellate levels
• Demonstrated experience leading constitutional or civil rights litigation in federal court including drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and trial/appellate briefing
• Background in First and Fourth Amendment litigation, Section 1983 claims, RLUIPA, and challenges to discriminatory government practices strongly preferred

Compensation and details:

• Salary: $130,000 annually
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (eastern time zone)
• Travel and weekend hours required as needed

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