Trial Attorney

Core responsibilities:

• Working collaboratively with other attorneys as a member of trial teams
• Involvement in all aspects of the trial stage, including conducting fact investigation, working with expert witnesses, serving and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting substantive and procedural briefs, conducting all aspects of any trial, and presenting oral argument in federal court, local and state courts if applicable, and administrative hearings
• 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 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 required as needed

This role protects the civil rights of American Muslims through legal advocacy and litigation, addressing discrimination and promoting justice during a crucial time in the nation's history.

Required qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction)
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines; must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Well-versed with the civil rights law
• Excellent legal research, writing and oral skills
• The ideal candidate has a minimum three years of experience
• Experience in appellate practice preferred
• No disciplinary actions on record or pending
• An understanding of civil rights issues relating to American Muslims
• Passion for the mission of the Council on American-Islamic Relations
• Ability to communicate in language other than English is a plus

Compensation: The salary for this role is $95,000 annually. Work hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (eastern time zone). FLSA Status: Exempt.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a civil rights organization that works to protect the rights of American Muslims through advocacy and legal action.