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National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 3 days ago

Associate Attorney, Gulf Regional

positionTexas, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry, Mid Level
money$94K/yr - $116K/yr
date0+ years exp

Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization, and they are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Gulf Regional Office. The role focuses on litigation and advocacy strategies at Texas’s public utility commission to support a transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy.

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Senior Management

Responsibilities

Conducting legal and factual research
Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents
Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation and administrative advocacy
Participating in proceedings before federal and state courts and agencies
Cultivating relationships with clients, experts, allies, and coalition partners
Integrating media and legislative advocacy into litigation and other legal strategies
Hiring and supervising law students as Earthjustice interns or clerks

Qualification

Legal researchLitigation experienceWriting skillsTexas Bar admissionAnalytical skillsDiversity awarenessCommunication skillsTeamworkCreativityEmotional intelligence

Required

Law school graduate
0-6 year of legal experience and admitted to, or willing and eligible to apply for admission to, the Texas Bar
Excellent research, analytic, writing, and communication skills
Strong and demonstrated work ethic, good judgment, initiative, and creativity
Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment
Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere
Commitment to serving the public interest and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations
Ability and desire to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences
High level of emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

Excellent benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Company

National Legal Aid & Defender Association

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National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
dateFounded in 1911
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.nlada.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$0.3M
Key Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M

Leadership Team

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April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
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Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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