Giffords
Led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, Giffords is on a mission to save lives from gun violence.
Associate Director, Impact Litigation
Location
United States
Posted
94 days ago
Salary
$128.7K - $154.2K / year
Professional Certificate7 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Lead high-impact affirmative litigation designed to advance gun industry accountability and reduce gun violence
• Oversee case development and litigation strategy
• Manage a portfolio of industry-focused and community-protection cases
• Manage two attorneys focusing on impact litigation while collaborating with a broader team
• Shape the organization’s legal vision and expand the field of gun violence prevention litigation nationwide
• Identify, investigate, and develop affirmative litigation to address gun violence
• Lead all phases of litigation from factual investigation to trial and appellate process
• Work with various teams to ensure litigation is integrated into broader strategies
• Build and maintain relationships with survivors and communities
• Supervise and lead a team of attorneys towards achieving goals
Job Requirements
- J.D. and admission to at least one state bar (or eligibility for timely admission)
- Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, with substantial affirmative, complex, or impact litigation responsibility
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working on issues related to gun violence prevention
- Demonstrated commitment to gun violence prevention and/or related areas such as consumer protection, civil rights, public health, or corporate accountability
- Experience developing and leading cases involving complex factual records, expert testimony, and industry practices
- Prior experience supervising or mentoring attorneys or legal staff
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to manage multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Strong commitment to trauma-informed practice, and working respectfully with survivors and communities disproportionately affected by gun violence
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse partners, including advocates, experts, survivors, and government entities
- A demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism.
Benefits
- employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- a 401k plan with up to 4% employer match
- ten annual paid federal holidays
- five weeks of paid time off, annually
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