Staff Attorney
Quick answer
Friends of Animals is hiring a remote-friendly Staff Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join their Wildlife Law Program in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Role
- Staff Attorney
- Organization
- Friends of Animals
- Location
- Greenwood Village, Colorado (Remote two days a week)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $75,000 - $100,000 per year
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
Friends of Animals is hiring a Staff Attorney for its Wildlife Law Program in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The attorney will lead litigation, prepare legal documents, and work on projects to protect wildlife.
What you'll do
- Lead litigation in federal district and appellate courts
- Prepare pleadings, motions, responses, and briefs
- Investigate and research factual bases for potential cases
- Draft comments in federal rulemaking proceedings
- Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and interns
- Coordinate with Friends of Animals’ direct advocacy staff
What it takes
- 5+ years of litigation experience preferred
- Commitment to the mission of Friends of Animals
- Excellent writing, communication, research, and oral advocacy skills
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and time management skills
- Experience mentoring and supervising others preferred
- Experience with administrative law preferred
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid vacation, health insurance (full premiums paid by the organization), bar dues, professional expenses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position can be based remotely two days a week in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
What is the compensation package?
The Staff Attorney will earn $75,000 - $100,000 per year and receive benefits including paid vacation, health insurance (full premiums paid by the organization), bar dues, and professional expenses.
How do I apply for this position?
Send a cover letter, current resume, and writing sample to [email protected]. Applications are due by August 1, 2026, with preference given to candidates who apply by that date.
How to apply
Apply directly on Friends of Animals's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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