Counsel, Litigation
Quick answer
Common Cause is hiring a Counsel, Litigation in Washington, DC to lead legal litigation efforts for their pro-democracy agenda. The role requires a Juris Doctor degree and active bar membership.
- Role
- Counsel, Litigation
- Organization
- Common Cause
- Location
- Washington, DC (in-office with at least two days per week)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-08-09
The role
The Counsel, Litigation role at Common Cause involves leading legal litigation efforts to protect policy pillars such as Voting & Fair Representation, Anti-Corruption & Accountability, Media & Technology, and Civil Rights & Civil Liberties.
What you'll do
- Lead Common Cause’s litigation and advocacy efforts through expertise in legal analysis, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external counsel, overseeing day-to-day case management
- Collaborate with state teams and coalition partners to develop clear case theory and coordinate litigation strategy
- Review substantive pleadings and briefs critically, providing insightful comments to strengthen legal positions
What it takes
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar membership in good standing in the District of Columbia or another state
- Demonstrated experience leading complex advocacy litigation
- Substantive knowledge of one or more pro-democracy areas
- Experience drafting complaints, pleadings, or other dispositive motions
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Washington, DC with an expectation to come into the office at least two days per week.
What is the compensation range?
Compensation is not specified in the posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Juris Doctor degree, experience leading complex advocacy litigation, and substantive knowledge of one or more pro-democracy areas.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with the deadline to apply being August 9th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Common Cause's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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