Legal Director, Civil Rights and Special Projects
Quick answer
Democracy Forward Foundation is hiring a hybrid Legal Director based in Washington, DC, paying $280,000 to lead civil rights strategic vision and affirmative litigation.
- Role
- Legal Director, Civil Rights and Special Projects
- Organization
- Democracy Forward Foundation
- Location
- Washington, DC (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $280,000
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Legal Director for Civil Rights and Special Projects will lead strategic vision and affirmative litigation efforts at Democracy Forward. The role involves supervising civil rights matters, managing legal staff, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to challenge anti-democratic laws. This senior position requires extensive litigation experience and the ability to mentor legal professionals within a complex, mission-driven environment.
What you'll do
- Develop strategic vision and staffing plans for civil rights litigation.
- Supervise high-impact affirmative litigation involving state and institutional actors.
- Collaborate with partner organizations to develop long-term legal doctrines.
- Facilitate administrative and managerial operations for the Legal Department.
- Foster a culture of belonging, inclusion, and continuous learning.
What it takes
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in DC or another state with eligibility for DC admission.
- 15+ years of active litigation experience.
- 10+ years of experience managing and leading diverse teams.
- Demonstrated expertise in civil rights litigation and emerging legal issues.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Excellent benefits provided.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
This role is hybrid; it is based in Washington, DC, and requires an in-office presence eight times per month, though remote candidates within the U.S. will be considered.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this position is $280,000 per year, in addition to excellent benefits.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a J.D., have active bar membership, and possess at least 15 years of litigation experience along with 10 years of team management experience.
How do I apply?
The job description does not specify an application deadline, but candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter detailing their interest in democracy and policy work.
How to apply
Apply directly on Democracy Forward Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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