Catholic Charities East Bay
Oakland, CA
Catholic Charities of the East Bay (CCEB) works with youth, children and families to promote self- sufficiency, strengthen families and purse safety and justice. The Immigration Legal Services Department has provided relief for immigrants and refugees for over 35 years. With a full staff of attorneys, Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) accredited representatives, paralegals, law students and support staff in Oakland, Concord, and Richmond, CCEB is one of the largest providers of immigration legal services for low income families in the East Bay.
The Immigration Attorney is responsible for providing direct legal representation to clients in family based immigration, applications for VAWA, U, and T status, DACA and naturalization cases. This Immigration Attorney position will also work with other attorneys who have a special focus on the provision of legal representation to unaccompanied children (UAC) and families with young children from Central America currently residing in the East Bay. For these cases the attorney may work on asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) applications, in addition to other potential remedies.
The attorney supervises the work of paralegals and accredited representatives in representing clients. The attorney works with the legal program staff to provide guidance and assistance on cases; the attorney also provides community presentations on immigration law and immigrant rights. The attorney position will be based in Oakland.
Reports to: Supervising Attorney, Immigration Legal Services
Supervisory Responsibility:
Supervision of paralegals and accredited representatives and participation in case rounds.
Essential Responsibilities:
Success Metrics:
Qualifications/Requirements:
Core Competencies:
Benefits Offered: Benefits include Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (17 days in 2019); Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Account.
$84k-94k/yr
Centro Legal de la Raza
Oakland, CA
$84k-94k/yr
Position: Managing Attorney, Tenants’ Rights
Reports to: Tenants’ Rights Directing Attorney
Bargaining Unit: No
FLSA: Exempt
Position Summary
Our Tenants’ Rights Practice works to stop displacement and stabilize our communities through eviction defense, drop-in legal clinics, affirmative litigation, administrative hearings before rent boards, know-your-rights presentations and an array of community outreach, and policy initiatives. We are seeking an experienced attorney to provide leadership and innovation for our team of Tenants’ Rights advocates.
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications
The applicant must profoundly share Centro Legal’s mission and vision of racial, economic and social justice. Qualifications include:
CompensationSalary is competitive and commensurate with experience. We provide a generous benefits package, including life insurance, LTD, leave policies, vacation, and December holiday office closure at full pay.
To ApplyReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Submit via email only: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) a list of three professional references. Include “Managing Attorney, Tenants’ Rights” in the subject line. Please email application materials directly to .
About Centro Legal de la Raza
Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Centro Legal de la Raza (Centro Legal) is a comprehensive legal services and advocacy organization protecting and advancing the rights of immigrant, low-income, and Latino communities through bilingual representation, education, and advocacy. We combine quality legal services with know-your-rights education, affirmative litigation, and youth development, ensuring access to justice for thousands of individuals and families each year throughout Northern and Central California.
For more information, visit our website:
Diversity Statement
Centro Legal’s mission includes advancing social, economic and racial justice. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion within and ensuring a workplace where all staff can flourish and grow professionally and well beyond. Our staff are the most important part of our ability to achieve our mission. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation, sustainability and our organization’s success. Centro Legal is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, marital status, family responsibilities, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, HIV/AIDs status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Centro also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that an individual has any of the characteristics of the protected classes listed above, and further prohibits discrimination against an individual who is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.
$84k-94k/yr
Centro Legal de la Raza
Oakland, CA
$84k-94k/yr
Position: Managing Attorney, Tenants’ Rights
Reports to: Tenants’ Rights Directing Attorney
Bargaining Unit: No
FLSA: Exempt
Position Summary
Our Tenants’ Rights Practice works to stop displacement and stabilize our communities through eviction defense, drop-in legal clinics, affirmative litigation, administrative hearings before rent boards, know-your-rights presentations and an array of community outreach, and policy initiatives. We are seeking an experienced attorney to provide leadership and innovation for our team of Tenants’ Rights advocates.
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications
The applicant must profoundly share Centro Legal’s mission and vision of racial, economic and social justice. Qualifications include:
CompensationSalary is competitive and commensurate with experience. We provide a generous benefits package, including life insurance, LTD, leave policies, vacation, and December holiday office closure at full pay.
To ApplyReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Submit via email only: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) a list of three professional references. Include “Managing Attorney, Tenants’ Rights” in the subject line. Please email application materials directly to .
About Centro Legal de la Raza
Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Centro Legal de la Raza (Centro Legal) is a comprehensive legal services and advocacy organization protecting and advancing the rights of immigrant, low-income, and Latino communities through bilingual representation, education, and advocacy. We combine quality legal services with know-your-rights education, affirmative litigation, and youth development, ensuring access to justice for thousands of individuals and families each year throughout Northern and Central California.
For more information, visit our website:
Diversity Statement
Centro Legal’s mission includes advancing social, economic and racial justice. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion within and ensuring a workplace where all staff can flourish and grow professionally and well beyond. Our staff are the most important part of our ability to achieve our mission. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation, sustainability and our organization’s success. Centro Legal is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, marital status, family responsibilities, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, HIV/AIDs status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Centro also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that an individual has any of the characteristics of the protected classes listed above, and further prohibits discrimination against an individual who is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.
$45k-50k/yr
Hampton O'Bannon Partners, LLC
San Francisco, CA
$45k-50k/yr
Are you a college grad interested in pursuing a career as a paralegal, or a recently certified Paralegal interested in putting your skills, education and experience to work in a downtown San Francisco boutique business immigration law firm? No prior legal experience is required. If you are detail oriented, communicate and follow-up well and are interested in becoming a paralegal, you will be a good fit.
You will have the opportunity to work in a stable and growing law firm, a really great place to work! The founders genuinely believe in and support live/work balance. A college grad with some professional business experience is required; legal experience is a plus. If you enjoy a collaborative, calm, fun work environment with smart and interesting co-workers, you will be a great fit!
To be successful in this role you must be a highly accountable, organized individual who considers client service a priority and keen attention to detail comes naturally to you. To be considered, you must have a Bachelor's degree, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Typical duties include document tracking and "recruiting" – thoroughly researching optimal sources for advertising jobs across the country, including newspapers – scrutinizing ads to assure compliance with relevant visa application.
Benefits are comparable to large, global law firms! Salary to $50K, DOE.
The Alliance for Children's Rights
Los Angeles, CA
POSITION SUMMARY
The Alliance for Children’s Rights is seeking a dedicated Guardianship Program Manager. The Program Manager will assist caregivers in establishing probate legal guardianship and securing Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and other services in order to provide for children whose parents are unable to care for them. This Program Manager position is a wonderful opportunity for a well-qualified candidate to help establish permanency and secure the benefits and services that these children need to thrive.
ABOUT THE ALLIANCE
The Alliance for Children’s Rights protects the rights of impoverished, abused and neglected children and youth, by providing free legal and social services and promoting systemic solutions. Our lawyers, advocates, and social workers, together with hundreds of pro bono attorneys and community volunteers, ensure that children have stable homes and families, and can access the healthcare, education, and financial supports that they need. We also help transition-age youth achieve independence and work statewide to improve child welfare practices and policies in order to remove the many barriers our clients face. Since its founding 27 years ago, the Alliance has helped more than 150,000 children.
Charity Navigator has awarded the Alliance its highest 4-star rating for the past nine years in a row. This puts the Alliance in the top 2% of charities in the U.S. rated by Charity Navigator. The 4-star rating reflects the Alliance’s sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
The Alliance is well known in the child welfare community for its knowledge, expertise, and accomplishments. Alliance staff members find that being a voice for children who often have no voice, and otherwise could be forgotten, is incredibly rewarding.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Interview, screen, and assist clients in need of probate guardianships and/or SIJS at the Alliance and at designated sites in the community.
• Prepare relevant pleadings and provide direct representation as needed in probate court.
• Prepare case summaries and files for pro bono attorney placement.
• Train, supervise, and provide technical assistance to student interns and to pro bono attorneys and firms.
• Assist in grant writing and reports.
• Maintain and develop program materials in English and Spanish for clients, pro bono attorneys and the community at large.
• Conduct community outreach and trainings.
• Identify other resources and support services for the caregiver and child, such as financial assistance, healthcare and education.
• Work with Alliance’s policy team to identify systemic issues impacting this population.
• Complete additional administrative duties including data entry and filing.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES
• CA bar admission plus five years practice.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, child welfare agencies, the judiciary, and the public.
• Excellent organizational skills, desire to help other and a self-starter.
• Must have ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with Juvenile dependency preferred.
• Immigration experience preferred (e.g. SIJS, Asylum).
The Alliance for Children’s Rights believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or marital status.
The above statements are of a general nature and are intended to describe level of work being performed by people assigned to comparable positions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. The Alliance for Children's Rights offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. For more information about the Alliance visit http://kids-alliance.org.
TO APPLY
To be considered, please submit a resume and a cover letter that outlines your interest in joining the Alliance, relevant work experience, and how you heard of the position to Ashley Zometa (e-mail submissions only/no phone inquiries). Responses will be sent only to individuals meeting the stated qualifications of the position.
The Alliance for Children's Rights
Los Angeles, CA
POSITION SUMMARY
The Alliance for Children’s Rights seeks a Benefits Staff Attorney to assist in securing funding to support children living in out-of-home care. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children living in foster care and poverty. Experience with the foster care, Dependency Court and/or Child Welfare System is helpful but not mandatory. The person in this position reports to the Benefits Program Director.
ABOUT THE ALLIANCE
The Alliance for Children’s Rights protects the rights of impoverished, abused and neglected children and youth, by providing free legal and social services and promoting systemic solutions. Our lawyers, advocates, and social workers, together with hundreds of pro bono attorneys and community volunteers, ensure that children have stable homes and families, and can access the healthcare, education, and financial supports that they need. We also help transition-age youth achieve independence and work statewide to improve child welfare practices and policies in order to remove the many barriers our clients face. Since its founding 27 years ago, the Alliance has helped more than 150,000 children.
Charity Navigator has awarded the Alliance its highest 4-star rating for the past nine years in a row. This puts the Alliance in the top 2% of charities in the U.S. rated by Charity Navigator. The 4-star rating reflects the Alliance’s sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
The Alliance is well known in the child welfare community for its knowledge, expertise, and accomplishments. Alliance staff members find that being a voice for children who often have no voice, and otherwise could be forgotten, is incredibly rewarding.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Representing caregivers in the administrative fair hearing process to secure public benefits.
• Analyzing public benefits issues that arise for children and caregivers in the child welfare system.
• Preparing case summaries and files for placement of cases with pro bono attorneys.
• Providing trainings and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys and firms.
• Helping to train and supervise volunteers and law clerks.
• Developing and updating benefits materials for clients, pro bono attorneys, and the community.
• Maintaining knowledge of current trends and policies in public benefits that affect children and families in the child welfare system.
• Conducting community outreach and trainings.
• Assisting with impact litigation and both local and statewide policy advocacy.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES
• At least five years of experience as a practicing attorney (or judicial clerk) preferred.
• Experience in the foster care, Dependency Court and/or child welfare system is helpful.
• Excellent written and oral communication and advocacy skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, child welfare
agencies, the judiciary and the public.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong desire to help others.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Self-starter.
• Experience with public benefits, administrative advocacy and/or public speaking helpful.
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred.
The Alliance for Children’s Rights believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or marital status.
The above statements are of a general nature and are intended to describe level of work being performed by people assigned to comparable positions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. The Alliance for Children's Rights offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. For more information about the Alliance visit http://kids-alliance.org.
TO APPLY
To be considered, please submit a resume and a cover letter that outlines your interest in joining the Alliance, relevant work experience, and how you heard of the position to Adam Cherensky (e-mail submissions only/no phone inquiries). Responses will be sent only to individuals meeting the stated qualifications of the position.
$65k-110k/yr
Martin & Farah Law PC
Pleasanton, CA
$65k-110k/yr
Law firm with two locations now hiring for Associate Attorney position. About 80-90% of the assigned caseload is in the area of family law including dissolution, child custody, support, and guardianship. Associate will be working in both of the firm's offices located in Pleasanton and Tracy.
Strong family law litigation skills and experience with a demanding family law caseload will be given strong preference. Our firm is a very busy office with a strong reputation in the community. The office is fast paced and requires a quick learner who is willing to jump in head first.
Requirements:
*Exceptional writing, communication, research, and analytic skills
*Proven attention to detail and strong organization skills
*Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively
*Self-motivated and driven, with a strong work ethic and sound judgment
*Easily establishes rapport with clients from various backgrounds
*Ability to take direction and manage a moderate to heavy sized caseload with minimal supervision.
*Currently licensed in California; No history of California State Bar Discipline (do not apply if you have any history of discipline)
Compensation:
Compensation based upon experience. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, and 401(k) with employer matching. Additional bonus based upon performance or business generated by the associate.
For consideration, please email a cover letter, your resume, references and salary requirements. For consideration for this position include all requested documents. Please outline in your cover letter any relevant experience including specific details, and any additional languages you speak.
Must currently be a licensed attorney in California. Please do not apply unless you are currently licensed.
Sierra Club
Oakland, CA
Job Title: Legal Assistant for Environmental Law Program
Location: Oakland, CA
Reports To: Managing Paralegal, Environmental Law Program
Context: Provides administrative, litigation, and programmatic support for all aspects of the Environmental Law Program
Scope: The Legal Assistant provides administrative support and litigation support to advance the mission of the Environmental Law Program and Sierra Club campaigns, and helps to manage programmatic aspects of ELP
JOB ACTIVITIES:Litigation
Campaign/Research
Administrative
STANDARD OVERTIME:
This position requires occasional overtime to meet special deadlines, projects, other staff absences, or emergencies. Under these circumstances, overtime will rarely exceed 5 hours per week or 15 hours on a monthly basis.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
In 2015, Sierra Club formalized its for an internal transformation to become a more equitable and inclusive organization. Sierra Club and its Environmental Law Program recognize that the environmental movement and the field of law have historically been white, wealthy, and male-dominated, and given that history, we are committed to creating a workplace where people from all social identities and backgrounds feel welcomed and can thrive. We strive to become an organization that attracts, retains, and celebrates people from all avenues of life who share our values. Sierra Club has adopted the , a set of guidelines designed to help people from different cultures, communities, politics, and organizations work together in solidarity. The Environmental Law Program strives to conduct litigation in accordance with the Jemez Principles and in furtherance of Sierra Club’s vision of becoming a more equitable and inclusive organization. For more information about our commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice, please visit: .
To Apply: Please visit https://www.sierraclub.org/careers-jobs-employment to apply for this position. The hiring committee will review applications on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. Please attach a cover letter and resume to the online application. In addition, please provide a separate statement of 250 words or less addressing whether there are particular environmental or social justice issues that inspire you; and past work or other experience that demonstrates your commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Sierra Employee Alliance.
The Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.
This is a category 6 non-exempt position.
Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization. Sierra Club employees are not eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Sierra Club does not sponsor H1B visas.
The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
*If you are applying for more than one position with us, please attach your job-specific cover letters in the 'Attachments' section
$25k-30k/mo
La Raza Centro Legal
San Francisco, CA
$25k-30k/mo
The Housing Staff Attorney (Part-time, possible transition to Full time) at La Raza Centro Legal will assist clients with pro se form filling in clinical settings, to assist with housing eviction defense pro se representation, and with written responses in a non-court setting, to landlords regarding the habitability of their apartments, lease agreements, rent disputes, and other tenant-related matters. The attorney will be required to make presentations on a weekly basis to community members, with the goal of preventing homelessness. The Housing Staff Attorney (Part-time) will also coordinate, advertise, and conduct and contribute to tenants’ rights workshops, and community outreach events and presentations; complete grant reporting, assist with fundraising efforts, engage in light grant writing where needed, recruit and supervise pro bono attorneys, and perform other tasks.
Clinical and Case Work Responsibilities: · Prepare pro se forms on behalf of attendees at housing and Tenants’ Rights clinics; · Coordinate and staff housing pro se clinics and conduct intake screenings; · Write policy memoranda and agency statements relating to the housing crisis in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area, as needed; · Ensure that legal work is consistent with agency mission. Community Education Responsibilities: · Develop and conduct know-your-rights presentations and information sessions; · Develop informational materials on tenants’ rights and landlord/tenant law; · Represent La Raza Centro Legal at various coalition meetings. Responsibilities – Housing Program: · Attend weekly or bi-weekly meetings with Executive Director to review individual and program-wide goal attainment; · Assist with funding reporting requirements; · Assist with case management systems reporting and data collection; · Ability to provide clients with appropriate referrals if necessary; · Assist in the overflow work of the program. · Ability to advocate on behalf of immigrants in the media, community forums and other venues; · Excellent public speaking skills · Prior work in education, outreach, or regular community workshop presentations strongly preferred Responsibilities – Agency Wide: · Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings; · Assist with fundraising and grant writing for the agency; · Represent the agency to the community at meetings, public events, media outreach, and other forums. Requirements: · Complete Fluency, bilingual and biliterate, in Spanish and English; · California Bar Admission in good standing; · Strong research and writing skills; · Attention to detail; · Interest in housing law and passionate about issues affecting immigrants; · Sensitivity to working with immigrant families and households who are financially struggling with finding and maintaining quality, safe, family – friendly housing in a very challenging and volatile housing market; · Strong commitment to social justice · Excellent communicator, responsive to requests for data collection regarding clients or community members served; · Team Player, positive demeanor, ability to prioritize key tasks and timely complete them; · Willingness to mentor and supervise law clerks, volunteers, and interns. Benefits: · Salary for a full time staff attorney is $55,000+/year (note this position’s salary will be pro – rated to a part time percentage, based on number of part time hours worked per week – 20 hour per week position), plus benefits premiums for which part time employees qualify under our collective bargaining agreement; · Group health and medical insurance coverage for employee and eligible dependents; · Dental insurance coverage; · Term Life insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage; · 401K retirement plan matching; · Generous paid annual leave, paid health leave, other benefits as per under our union contract. Level of Language Proficiency:
How to Apply: E-mail resume, cover letter, and two references to amanda@lrcl.org & shannon@lrcl.org.
La Raza Centro Legal is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
$17.50-19.00/hr
Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS)
Oakland, CA
$17.50-19.00/hr
The Agency
Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS) is a non-profit agency serving Alameda County residents
who are 60 years of age and older. We provide legal advice and information, representation in
court and administrative hearings, referrals to other community resources, and community
education and training in the following areas: prevention of elder abuse, public benefits,
housing, guardianships, naturalization, and health law.
Through its Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP), LAS provides
individual counseling and community education to Medicare beneficiaries in the areas of
Medicare, supplemental coverage including Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans,
low income assistance programs, and long-term care insurance.
This position
This is a full-time position at Legal Assistance for Seniors. The Program Assistant provides
excellent frontline support to the case managers and attorneys at LAS. Under the direction of an
attorney, this position is responsible for providing excellent service to clients and callers with
time sensitive housing problems. This position assists with client screening and intakes, as well
as data entry, organization, and maintaining case records.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
a. Appropriately assess caller needs, route calls, and provide referrals to senior services in
Alameda County.
b. Conduct culturally competent initial client screenings and intake.
c. Conduct follow up calls, assistance with client paperwork and scheduling of appointments
with and for clients.
a. Create and maintain physical case files.
b. Enter data into multiple databases accurately and in a timely manner.
c. Maintain appropriate case notes and keep the appropriate team members informed of all
developments and updates.
d. Photocopying, forwarding, filing and collating of paper documents, proper saving and
storage of digital files.
e. Assist with the preparation of various documents and filings, accommodation requests, and
other forms needed to help retain housing for the client.
f. Support the LAS housing guide by ensuring all information included in the guide is
accurate and up to date.
Qualifications
1-3 years’ experience working in a professional/office environment preferred
Personal experience with homelessness and/or imminent risk of housing loss valued
Patience, understanding and empathy towards the needs of the people we serve and their diverse
communities
Sensitivity towards and interest in working with seniors and people with disabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to prioritize work and meet key deadlines
Team player who can also work well independently
Bilingual desired
Computer proficient, including Power Point, Word, Excel and database knowledge
Punctual and efficient with time use
Working conditions & physical requirements
Ability to sit for extended periods, use of phone and computer systems for long periods of time
Alternate between sitting and motion tasks frequently
Occasional work on evenings and weekends
Extensive computer use
Ability to multitask in a busy and diverse office environment
Occasional need to attend meetings and training outside the office
Compensation:
Non-exempt rate of $17.50 to $19.00 per hour depending on experience, 35 hours per week.
Pro-rated benefits package.
To Apply:
Please email a cover letter and resume in a PDF format with
the subject line “Program Assistant.” In your cover letter please address the following:
LAS serves an extremely diverse population. Our clients include seniors, people with
disabilities, low income members of our community, LGBTQ individuals, and people of
color. How do you think your experiences, professional or otherwise, have
prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural humility and diversity?
Feel free to think broadly about your response to this question.
Legal Assistance for Seniors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate
based on ancestry, age, color, disability (physical and mental, includes HIV and AIDS),
genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition
(gender characteristics, cancer or record or history of cancer), military or veteran status,
national origin, race, religion (includes religious dress and grooming), sex/gender (includes
pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), sexual orientation,
request for FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), or any other factor that is not related to
the position.
$23k-31k/yr
La Raza Centro Legal
San Francisco, CA
$23k-31k/yr
The Housing Advocate (Part-time) at La Raza Centro Legal will provide tenant advocacy services and outreach to community members by creating and conducting weekly tenants’ rights presentations, in a bilingual Spanish/English capacity, with the goal of educating and empowering the Bay Area immigrant community and preventing homelessness. The Housing Advocate (Part-time) will also coordinate, advertise, translate, and conduct and contribute to tenants’ rights workshops, community outreach events and presentations; complete grant reporting, collect demographic data of clients served; assist with fundraising efforts, engage in light grant writing where needed, recruit and supervise volunteers, engage in flyer posting, update agency website to reflect upcoming events; attend community meetings and collaborate with other non-profit organizations conducting similar work, and perform other related tasks.
Community Education Responsibilities:
· Develop and conduct know-your-rights presentations and information sessions;
· Develop informational materials on tenants’ rights and landlord/tenant law;
· Research and stay abreast of latest developments in tenants’ rights, SRO’s, and local habitability issues and developments in local laws affecting renters;
· Represent La Raza Centro Legal at various coalition meetings;
· Represent and conduct oneself as a housing advocate, being clear to explain to clients, community members and stakeholders the distinction between an advocate, or one who is focused on education, outreach and teaching self-advocacy skills, and an attorney, who is licensed, and provides legal consultations and directly represents clients in housing and eviction defense cases.
Responsibilities – Housing Program:
· Attend weekly or bi-weekly meetings with Executive Director to review individual and program-wide goal attainment;
· Assist with funding reporting requirements;
· Assist with case management systems reporting and data collection;
· Ability to provide clients with appropriate referrals as necessary;
· Assist in the overflow work of the program;
· Ability to advocate on behalf of immigrants in the media, community forums and other venues;
· Excellent public speaking skills in bilingual Spanish/English capacity;
· Prior work in education, outreach, or regular community workshop presentations strongly preferred;
· Engage in light case management for housing clients in order to assist their warm referral to social services workers and agencies;
· Reports to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities – Agency Wide:
· Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings;
· Assist with fundraising and light grant writing for the agency;
· Represent the agency to the community at meetings, public events, media outreach, and other forums;
· Conduct phone outreach, including up to 5 hours per week assisting with agency phone reception answering, in order to announce upcoming housing and tenants’ rights presentations.
Requirements:
· Complete Fluency, bilingual and biliterate, in Spanish and English, including capacity to independently draft without assistance, client housing histories and issues presented in fluent Spanish, to assist with referrals to partner agencies and other objectives;
· Undergraduate degree in humanities or related field preferred;
· Strong research and writing skills;
· Attention to detail;
· Interest in housing law and passionate about issues affecting immigrants;
· Sensitivity to working with immigrant families and households who are financially struggling with finding and maintaining quality, safe, family – friendly housing in a very challenging and volatile housing market;
· Strong commitment to social justice
· Excellent communicator, responsive to requests for data collection regarding clients or community members served;
· Team Player, positive demeanor, ability to prioritize key tasks and timely complete them, especially grant reporting deadlines;
· Willingness to mentor and supervise volunteers, and interns.
Benefits:
· Salary for a part-time housing advocate is in the range of $23,000-$31,000/year (depending on qualifications, education, prior related experience as delineated under our collective bargaining agreement {CBA} and number of part time hours worked per week – 20 to 32 hour per week position), plus benefits premiums for which part time employees qualify under our collective bargaining agreement;
· Group health and medical insurance coverage for employee and eligible dependents;
· Dental insurance coverage;
· Term Life insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage;
· 401K retirement plan matching;
· Generous paid annual leave, paid health leave, other benefits as per under our union contract.
Level of Language Proficiency:
· Required: complete fluency in English and Spanish. The level of Spanish fluency requires complete biliteracy in English and Spanish, consisting of being able to write in Spanish without need for editing by native Spanish speakers.
How to Apply: E-mail resume, cover letter, and two references.
La Raza Centro Legal is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Legal Assistance to the Elderly, Inc
San Francisco, CA
Legal Assistance to the Elderly (LAE), in partnership with AIDS Legal Referral Panel (ALRP) seeks a Social Worker who will work with our housing attorneys to provide support to clients facing eviction. This interdisciplinary team will collaborate in case assessment, strategy, and management. This position requires a strong advocate with excellent case management and organizational skills, a willingness to work collaboratively across legal and social work disciplines, and a desire to help grow an exciting and challenging new endeavor of integrating social workers into a legal organization. This position will be housed at LAE, but will also support ALRP’s Eviction Defense Team which is located in the same building. For more than 40 years, LAE has provided free legal advice and representation to seniors and adults with disabilities in San Francisco. Our mission is to keep this vulnerable community safe, financially secure, housed and accessing healthcare. Our primary practice areas are Eviction Defense/Housing (tenants only), Reasonable Accommodation Requests, Healthcare Law, Income Support, Elder Abuse Prevention and Debt Collection Defense. Additional areas of practice include Wills, Powers of Attorney and Conservatorship Defense. LAE is a friendly and collaborative work environment.ALRP’s mission is to help people with HIV/AIDS maintain or improve their health by resolving their legal issues. ALRP accomplishes this mission by providing free and low-cost legal services to people with HIV/AIDS in the San Francisco Bay Area. This includes such widely disparate areas as housing, bankruptcy/credit, immigration, employment, insurance, confidentiality matters, family law, government benefits, and public accommodations. We accomplish this mission through either direct representation of clients by one of ALRP’s eleven attorneys or by careful placement of clients with one of ALRP’s 700 Panel attorneys.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
After successful completion of a probationary period (90 days), membership in the National Organization of Legal Services Workers becomes a condition of employment.
COMPENSATION
Union Salary Scale based on experience
Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
SUPERVISED BY
LAE Executive Director, with some supervision for ALRP Managing Attorney
APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE.
We are strongly committed to diversity and encourage applications from anyone who can contribute to making Legal Assistance to the Elderly a more diverse community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Legal Assistance to the Elderly believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity, and the agency is committed to not discriminating on any basis prohibited by applicable law.
Wong, Chang & Yang, LLP
Oakland, CA
Oakland-based general litigation law firm seeking an associate with 2+ years of experience.
Wong, Chang & Yang, LLP is a boutique law firm and have provided legal representation to SF Bay Area communities (mainly the Chinese-American community) for over 40 years in a wide range of practice areas ranging from personal injury, civil disputes, family law, landlord-tenant, estate planning, criminal defense and commercial disputes.
Our ideal candidate would have excellent research and writing skills, effective oral advocacy skills, and an aptitude for litigation. Prior experience is required and fluency in Mandarin/Cantonese is preferred. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and licensed to practice in California.
Interested applicants should apply with a cover letter, resume, transcript and one short (5-page max) writing sample.
Job Description
About this internship opportunity:
With the sudden passing of Andreas Antoniou, the Chief Information Officer atlaw firmPaul,Weiss, we are proud to launch this internship in honor of Andreas' work in the legal industry. A role model for legal innovation through technical, charitable, pro bono, thought leadership, diversity and inclusion, Andreas leaves behind an incredible legacy.
This internshipwill provide a student enrolled in a US undergraduate or graduate education program with the opportunity to participate in a significant project in legal technology in the summer of 2020. Projects will leverage the enormous range of legal content and expertise at Thomson Reuters to make lawyers, judges or law enforcement more productive.
The successful candidate for this position will be enrolled in a US undergraduate or graduate program and be interested in the legal field, broadly speaking. Placed in one of the Thomson Reuters Labs or our Cognitive Computing Centre, the position will focus on a relevant project in legal technology. You will help design a new solution from the ground up, working on a team like a start-up but with the resources of a large enterprise.
What this position has in it for you?
Placed in one of the Thomson Reuters Labs or our Cognitive Computing Centre, the position will focus on a relevant project in legal technology. Build new solutions from the ground up, working like a start-up but with the resources of a large enterprise.
This position is for Summer 2020 and is located in the Division of Criminal law, Appeals, Writs and Trials Section, in Fresno. The California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Law Division, Appeals, Writs and Trials Section (“Fresno-AWT”) in Fresno, is currently recruiting students for clinical internships for the summer of 2019. Deputy Attorneys General (“DAGs”) in AWT represent the People of California in post-conviction proceedings. Student interns will draft Respondent's Briefs in appeals from felony convictions that are filed in the California Court of Appeal for the Fifth Appellate District. This involves reviewing the record on appeal, conducting research, analyzing legal issues, and developing arguments. Appeals involve issues of criminal law and procedure, including constitutional, evidentiary, instructional, and sentencing issues. Student interns are supervised by an experienced DAG, and all student briefs are reviewed and critiqued. Students will manage their own caseload. Students who are certified by the California State Bar may have the opportunity to argue before the California Court of Appeal or the Superior Court. Student interns are typically required to work for a period of ten weeks for 40 hours per week. Student internships are generally unpaid. However, students may receive school credit, and occasionally work study funds are available through individual law schools. WHO MAY APPLY: 2Ls (or 3Ls in a 4-year program) may apply. Applicants must have excellent writing, research, and analytical skills. Coursework in criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, legal writing and research, and appellate advocacy is strongly preferred. How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), short writing sample (3-5 pages), and 2-3 references to: Jennifer Oleksa, Deputy Attorney General California Department of Justice 2550 Mariposa Mall, Suite 5090 Fresno, CA 93721 Jennifer.Oleksa@doj.ca.gov
rehabilitation international
Alpharetta, GA
Position Summary: To effectively manage, coordinate, represent and promote The Physicians' medical services within the workers compensation industry. The Coordinator will focus on supporting, organizing, and developing legal services accounts of the practice. Job Duties/ Responsibilities: · Act as a liaison between medical providers and staff and workers compensation professionals/attorneys · Scheduling of workers compensation appointments · Management of authorizations and collection of payments · Answering all attorney requests and various workers’ compensation needs (adjusters, case managers, attorneys – not necessarily patients) · Assist in the development and growth of the workers compensation and other non-commercial insurance carrier referral sources · Review and organization of all workers compensation referral medical records · Maintain relationships with adjusters, case managers and other workers compensation referral sources. · Management of all necessary, follow up workers compensation correspondence (doctor notes, etc) · Providing reports to Director of Business Development regarding activities and market analysis information, as needed. · Assist in the scheduling and implementation of marketing lunches, meetings, and presentations to target clients. · Collaborate with The Physicians management and clinical staff in addressing services, customer service issues and market analysis. · Cross train with the front office duties in order to be able to help cover for check in/check out responsibilities in the office Skills/ Education/ Qualifications · College degree preferred · Relevant prior experience in the healthcare and workers compensation industry preferred · Strong computer skills. Must have advance working knowledge of spreadsheet management, in addition to general computer skills. · EHR/EMR (eclinicals) experience a plus · Thorough knowledge of business communication etiquette – must have experience in drafting and proofing professional letters and other forms of communications · Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance. Job Type: Full-time SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS 1. Demonstrates professionalism 2. Practices respectful and effective communication 3. Anticipates and responds promptly to needs and requests of others 4. Takes ownership and accountability for actions and behaviors in the workplace 5. Demonstrates care and compassion for others 6. Demonstrates commitment to co-workers
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.
Washington, DC
Title: Graduate Legal Intern, Office of General Counsel - CPAG - Washington, DCLocation: nullOther Locations: null
We Work to Protect Investors. Join our Team.
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is seeking a well-qualified individual for our Graduate Legal Intern opening in our Office of General Counsel, Criminal Prosecution Assistance Group (CPAG) in Washington, DC. This paid position is full-time during the Spring 2020 term. To be considered for this position, please submit your resume through our career site at www.finra.org/careers no phone calls, please.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist CPAG staff with criminal securities matters currently in the investigative, pre-trial, or trial stages in various Federal and State jurisdictions; assist with document and trade data analysis; review FINRA databases.
Perform legal research and writing using Lexis, Bloomberg, FINRA rules, federal securities laws, and SEC filings.
Assist in preparing court exhibits.
Help staff prepare for conference calls and/or meetings with agents and prosecutors; attend meetings as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Candidates will be in or have completed their second year of law school, with an emphasis on securities law courses.
Previous experience in the securities industry is preferred.
Must be able to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
Must function effectively in a team environment and work with others to meet deadlines.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and professional demeanor.
Effective communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Candidate must demonstrate discretion and sound judgment, due to the confidential nature of the work.
Working Conditions:
To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume. A writing sample may be required as part of the submission.
The information provided above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work of the position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.
Please note: If the Apply Now button on a job board posting does not take you directly to the FINRA Careers site, enter www.finra.org/careers into your browser to reach our site directly.
FINRA strives to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability-related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRAs accommodation help line at 240.386.4865. Please note that this number is exclusively for inquiries regarding application accommodations.
Important Information
FINRAs Code of Conduct imposes restrictions on employees investments and requires financial disclosures that are uniquely related to our role as a securities regulator. FINRA employees are required to disclose to FINRA all brokerage accounts that they maintain, and those in which they control trading or have a financial interest (including any trust account of which they are a trustee or beneficiary and all accounts of a spouse, domestic partner or minor child who lives with the employee) and to authorize their broker-dealers to provide FINRA with duplicate statements for all of those accounts. All of those accounts are subject to the Codes investment and securities account restrictions, and new employees must comply with those investment restrictionsincluding disposing of any security issued by a company on FINRAs Prohibited Company List or obtaining a written waiver from their Executive Vice Presidentby the date they begin employment with FINRA. Employees may only maintain securities accounts that must be disclosed to FINRA at one or more securities firms that provide an electronic feed (e-feed) of data to FINRA, and must move securities accounts from other securities firms to a firm that provides an e-feed within three months of beginning employment.
As standard practice, employees must also execute FINRAs Employee Confidentiality and Invention Assignment Agreement without qualification or modification and comply with the companys policy on nepotism.
About FINRA
FINRA is an independent, non-governmental regulator for all securities firms doing business with the public in the United States. FINRA works to protect investors and maintain market integrity in a public-private partnership with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while also benefiting from the SECs oversight. In its role as investor guardian, FINRA is informed, but not influenced, by the industry that it regulates. FINRAs independent regulation plays a critical role in Americas financial systemall at no cost to taxpayers.
FINRA touches virtually every aspect of the securities businessfrom registering and educating industry participants to examining securities firms; writing rules; enforcing those rules and the federal securities laws; informing and educating the investing public; providing trade reporting and other industry utilities; and administering the largest dispute resolution forum for investors and registered firms. FINRA uses technology powerful enough to look across markets and detect potential abuses. Using a variety of data gathering techniques, we work to detect insider trading and any strategies firms or individuals use to gain an unfair advantage.
In today's fast-paced and complex global economy, FINRA is a trusted advocate for investors, dedicated to keeping the markets fair and proactively addressing emerging regulatory issues before they harm investors or the markets. FINRA operates from Washington, DC, and New York, NY, with other offices around the country.
Find out more about us and how we workand view our current openingsat www.finra.org/careers.
Search Firm Representatives
Please be advised that FINRA is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, a valid written agreement and task order must be in place before any resumes are submitted to FINRA. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at FINRA without a valid written agreement and task order in place will be deemed the sole property of FINRA and no fee will be paid in the event that person is hired by FINRA.
FINRA is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws as appropriate, or upon the protected status of the persons relatives, friends or associates.
FINRA abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
FINRA abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
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Sandia National Laboratories
Albuquerque, NM
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We are seeking an Intern Year Round - Clerical Undergrad
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Required:
You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
Desired:
Department Description:
Sandia Legal & Prime Contract Division provides legal advice and counsel to the Corporate Officers (Laboratories Director, Deputy Labs Director, Associate Labs Directors, Treasurer, Secretary, and all levels of management) in the areas of taxes, benefits, human resources, procurement, security, labor relations and employee litigation, environmental safety and health, and intellectual property.
About Sandia:
Sandia National Laboratories is the nations premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
*These benefits vary by job classification.
Security Clearance:
Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
New York, NY
*As of November 2019, the following offices are accepting applications for 1L candidates: San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Washington, D.C.
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a national nonprofit public health and environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and ensure a safe and healthy environment for all people and living things. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Air Act, and many of those laws implementing regulations; our water enforcement cases have also played a major role shaping current water policy throughout the country. Today, our staff of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy and communications experts, and others work out of offices in New York, Washington, DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Montana, and Beijing.
RECENT NRDC VICTORIES
NRDCs summer legal interns may participate in writing briefs, drafting complaints, preparing legal analyses, obtaining affidavits, investigating violations of environmental and health laws, developing policy advocacy campaigns, and drafting white papers and comments for submission to Congressional committees and administrative agencies. Our interns play an active role on the frontlines to protect our planet and the communities that depend upon it.
NRDC encourages successful applicants to secure funding from scholarships or their law schools, but such funding is not a factor in selecting interns. NRDC will supplement outside funding to ensure interns receive at least $10,000 for the 10-week internship.*
*Updated August 2019 and effective for all 2020 summer legal internships.
This internship is designed for current law school students. In assessing candidates for the summer internship, we look for:
NRDCs values: We value justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are aware that the field of law, and environmental law in particular, has not historically been inclusive or equitable to people holding marginalized identities, including black, indigenous, and people of color. We also know that celebrating and actively welcoming diverse perspectives that come from a diversity of identities will help us innovate to solve the planet's most pressing environmental crises. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where the most underrepresented voices are amplified, promoting equity in our practices, policies, and the work we take on, and valuing diversity in our workplace and our constituency.
We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
All applications for 2020 Summer Legal Internships can now be submited online at www.nrdc.org/careers. You will need to electronically submit a cover letter, transcript, resume, references, and a legal writing sample that does not reflect edits by anyone other than you. In your cover letter, please indicate all of the NRDC offices to which you are applying, as well as any order of preference among the offices. Internships are available in the following offices: New York, NY; Washington, DC; San Francisco, CA; Santa Monica, CA; and Chicago, IL.
Hiring will be conducted on a rolling basis, with applications being reviewed and interviews being scheduled starting in early August. The deadlines to submit an application are October 18, 2019 (2Ls) and January 17, 2020 (1Ls).
Offers will be made on a rolling basis; we strongly encourage you to apply early.
If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to Customer Care by dialing 1-800-889-4422.
For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org
WHO WE ARE: Denny's is America's diner. This is where guests have come for over 60 years now to sit back, relax and enjoy delicious, hearty meals 24/7, every day of the year. From breakfast anytime to satisfying lunches and dinners, if you're in the mood for it, chances are we're serving it, because we love to feed people! DENNY’S INTERNSHIP PROGRAM LET US FEED YOUR CAREER: A Denny’s internship offers hands-on experience and career and development opportunities. Our summer program is a 12-week, 40-hour, competitively paid position located at Denny’s Corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC, one hour from Charlotte, and just over two hours from North Atlanta. Our Corporate Headquarters houses approximately 300 team members, and boasts a state of the art culinary center including replica cooking lines and service station set-ups to enable testing of new products and equipment. LEGAL DEPARTMENT INTERNSHIP WHAT YOU’LL DO: Denny’s Legal team is looking for the superstars of the future. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in working in-house legal for a corporation. Denny’s has a relatively small legal department consisting of four attorneys and seven paralegals. Our legal department handles everything that a 1,700 restaurant (owned and franchised) company needs from sexual discrimination cases to multi-million dollar business deals, and everything in between. Our interns work in many areas of the law and receive broad exposure to what it means to work in-house, including performing real, substantive legal work and participating in business negotiations. Some of the projects our prior legal interns have worked on: Large international transactions Contract negotiations for partnerships with upcoming movies Establishing a formal FCPA Compliance Program Rewriting our Social Media Policy Drafting a training program for thousands of employees Employment law research and recommendations Handling litigation Preparing legal presentations for Denny's Board of Directors REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE Current 2L student Ability to work in Spartanburg, SC
Preparing and maintaining corporate records, maintaining corporate minute books, assisting in drafting corporate minute meetings; Assisting in the review of due diligence materials for mergers and acquisitions and commercial transactions; Drafting supporting documentation for legal transactions; Assisting in drafting of pleadings, briefs, demand letters, and other legal correspondence; Researching legal questions and drafting legal memoranda; Researching and drafting policy advocacy documents; Researching and drafting materials for public education; Assisting legal team members in company-wide initiatives (sustainability, knowledge management, etc); and general legal research and compiling of legal information Requirements Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills; The highest levels of initiative, creativity, and good judgment; Well-organized, self-directed and able to complete multiple tasks in a timely and efficient manner;
JOB OVERVIEW Great opportunity to obtain exposure to the corporate in-house setting; Learn about the unique challenges encountered by a corporate legal department and gain insight into how a legal department adds value to the overall business. Intern will gain knowledge in a variety of areas such as Contracts, Immigration, Corporate, Development, International law, Employment Law and Administrative Law. Position reports to the Associate General Counsel and Director of Contracts and Legal Affairs. Job Function: · Complete corporate and licensing filings; · Coordinate and manage immigration filings; · Conduct general legal research in various areas; · Manage administrative tasks, such as organizing, signing and saving agreements. · Edit, revise, review and draft a variety of agreements and forms; · Conduct meetings with other departments within the organization. · Additional administrative responsibilities such us database maintenance, filing and requesting checks may be required. Qualifications: Juris Doctor Candidate (1L, 2L, or 3L). Good writing, analytical and communication skills; · Attention to detail; · Well-organized, self-directed and able to complete multiple tasks in a timely and efficient manner; · Spanish and /or French preferred but not required. About Club Med: Our ambition is to be the preferred all-inclusive brand for upscale and active families in North America. Our mission is to create happiness. Since it was founded in 1950 and it created the all-inclusive vacation concept, Club Méditerranée has been the world leader on its market, and has developed a resolutely upscale, friendly and multicultural spirit. Club Med boasts 70 resorts located in the most beautiful sites in the world, a cruise ship and Luxury Villas & Chalets and, now more than ever, is associated with dreams and happiness. There are 20,000 Gentle Organizers (G.Os) and Gentle Employees (G.Es) at Club Med, who work in the villages, but also at the Paris, Lyon, Singapore, Shanghai, Rio de Janeiro and Miami headquarters, in the sales offices situated in dozens of countries and in travel agencies. Languages Complete fluency in English is required
ComplyRight, Inc. is seeking a Legal Research Intern to join our Legal Research team. The position is responsible for assisting the team in monitoring and comparing government-issued posters and notices for businesses and employers.
Shift Available
Responsibilities Include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
LEGAL ASSISTANT | ROBBINS RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL | Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is an exciting opportunity for a person with a legal administrative background. This role will be 50/50 legal work and admin. The responsibilities will include assisting in preparing drafts from form or template contracts for review by in-house legal counsel, making amendments and revisions to existing agreements under the supervision of legal counsel, as well as other various administrative functions. This is an opportunity for someone that has the drive to learn more about the formation of legal agreements as well as the industry in personal development and coaching. The ideal person for this role will be able to handle multiple projects at a time, as well as work as part of a team with the opportunity to expand the role once the basic requirements of the position have been mastered. On-boarding Project Overview: · Focus on ramping up to assess baseline of skills · Assist with easier tasks and provide admin support · Train on current types of contracts: Independent Contractor Agreements, Hotel Contracts (for events), Hotel Block Contracts (rooms for events), Third-Party Vendor Contracts, Venue Contracts · Help with Intellectual Property (trademark) work to get familiar with the process · Observe and learn current organizational processes for Legal · Work on simple contract review summaries · Utilize Contract Template to create new contracts (minimal changes) · Manage increased responsibility · Put together Initial drafts on different contracts using templates (simple to complex) · Initiate trademark registration and renewals · Act as main point-of-contact for outside vendors, attorneys, or paralegals from other legal offices · Serve as direct contact with parties we are in contract with Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: · Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders · Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) · Must have paralegal certification · Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary support · Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices · High school diploma or GED required · Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required · 2-3 years of experience working in a legal office or legal use of paralegal certification Physical and Travel Requirements: · Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. · Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards · Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone · No travel requirements for this position Working For RRI: Robbins Research International, Inc. is the research and marketing arm of Tony Robbins’ personal development businesses. At RRI, we support Tony’s mission to change lives by conducting personal development, sales, and corporate seminars all over the world that cover a wide range of topics, from mental conditioning and personal achievement systems to communication and business mastery. We are constantly seeking individuals with a mission-driven heart who are passionate, life-long learners striving to be masters of their craft. If you are looking for an opportunity to join an organization that feels like a family and operates with a “work hard, play hard” mentality… this may be the right opportunity for you!
At Cambridge, you control the journey by joining a growing, fast-paced company that will help you build a career beyond your expectations. Come join us for a summer 2020 Legal Internship.
The Legal/Risk Team offers a unique opportunity to research and analyze state and federal laws and self-regulatory organization rules. Projects include drafting letters, reports, memorandums, presentations, and basic contracts; data analysis and review; and interacting with other departments to help complete tasks, resolve issues, or improve processes and procedures. Candidates should be entering into at least their second year of an accredited law school program.
Ideal focus: Law
STG International, Inc.roject Manager-Facilities
Washington, IL
STG International is seeking qualified candidates for Technology Train (Legal Exp) to work FT supporting the FDIC in Arlington, VA Design and deliver systems training to all levels of personnel. Formulate learning objectives, curriculum outline, training activities and job aids, as well as determine instructional methods such as individual training (deskside), group instruction, lectures, and demonstrations. Conduct needs assessments. Develop tests and visual aids, conduct training classes, and develop criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. Collaborate with Federal client to identify program needs, obtain technical data and develop schedule programs. Keeps abreast of training and development research: learning theories, adult education practices and new methods, and techniques. Confer with client, employees and stakeholders to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training and to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations, business initiatives and technologies. May serve in a team leader position to develop training materials and /or administer training programs. Required Skills: Excellent presentation, oral/written communication and facilitation skills; Ability to communicate effectively orally, by phone, in person and in writing Independent problem solving Ability to multi-task Knowledge of and exhibited proficiency in the use of instructional technologies Candidate must possess: Experience training attorneys and administrative personnel in a legal environment Must have experience using and training for Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access and conversion of Corel’s WordPerfect to Microsoft. Knowledge of Corprasoft’s Legal Desktop desired. At least seven (7) years of experience in a "Relevant Technical Discipline”, to include establishing training needs, technical customer service support, developing goals and objectives, developing training programs, and applying the instructional system development (ISD) process. Demonstrated ability to deliver instruction and support telephonically, online, in small group, and one-on-one as needed Demonstrated experience in research, analysis, designing, developing, and preparing structured training materials, manuals, presentation materials, and courses of study related to the operation legal IT and related word-processing support systems. STG International, Inc. (STGi) is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission. STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy. STG International, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Looking for full-time paralegal/legal assistant for extremely fast-paced, high-demand growing law firm currently with one attorney practicing family law, criminal defense, traffic and personal injury law. Job is in St. Peters, Missouri do not apply if you reside more than 30 miles away. Please read this full ad before applying. Knowledge and experience in the areas of family law, traffic and personal injury case handling required. The right candidate has experience working in a law office. Must have excellent attention to detail and be able to effectively multi-task and manage your time. Initiative is key. Accuracy is important. Must take pride in your work. Must have a friendly demeanor and professional appearance. Must be able to work independently and manage tasks effectively and efficiently. Must have great communication and organizational skills. Must work well under pressure. Overtime may be required at times. Duties include answering phones, relaying messages, politely dealing with sometimes difficult people, responding to client inquiries, scheduling appointments, accurately calendaring deadlines and court appearances, managing attorney's calendars, opening, organizing, maintaining and closing electronic and paper files, receiving, processing and sending mail, e-filing court documents and processing incoming e-filed documents, assisting clients in responding to discovery requests, sending discovery requests, drafting certain pleadings or motions, assisting attorneys in preparing for trial, filing and general office management. Salary will be hourly and commensurate with experience. We currently do not offer health insurance, but this could be available in the near future. Employees can participate in 401K and profit sharing plan after probationary period. ABSOLUTELY NO CALLS OR OTHER CONTACT TO THE OFFICE OTHER THAN THROUGH THIS AD OR VIA EMAIL. Please send your resume and references. If you have absolutely no legal experience or reside in a state other than Missouri, please do not apply.
Tower Legal Solutions
Washington, IL
Our client, a top international law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a Tax Paralegal to join their team on a temporary basis. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of tax litigation experience, specifically handling heavy cite-checking protests and filings. This position will sit in the Antitrust litigation group and will involve M&A and non-M&A investigations by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the US Department of Justice (DOJ), and securing merger approvals. Experience in these areas is a plus. The Tax Paralegal should have strong analytical, organizational communication skills and attention to detail. Trial experience is preferred. The expected duration of the assignment 3+ months.
Legal Department Internship We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Legal Department Internship position for The Legal Department at the Grupo Antolin North America NAFTA Headquarters located in Auburn Hills, MI. This position would offer experience needed to enter the legal field and is responsible for providing support for the Dept. Qualifications: Experience in the legal field and/ or pursuing a Jurist Doctor's degree or a Associates paralegal degree is preferred. Strong organizational skills is required Computer proficiency MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills is required Demonstrated ability to work well with others is required Effective interpersonal skills in dealing with employees and management Excellent oral and written communication skills Job Description: Support the Legal Department with various tasks, Including but not limited to the following: Research and writing of legal memorandum of Law Gather and arrange documents for attorney review and case preparation Contracts and leases redlining Maintaining and organizing files Assist the Legal department with various tasks as assigned Skills: Legal Research Contract Law Organization Skills Office Administration Industry: Machinery Automotive Job Functions: Administrative Legal