Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel
Quick answer
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) is hiring a full-time Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel in Newark, NJ, to develop and execute civil rights litigation and legal advocacy strategies, with a focus on voting rights, paying $96,000 - $146,000.
- Role
- Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel
- Organization
- American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ)
- Location
- Newark, NJ
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $96,000 - $146,000
- Category
- Legal
The role
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel to develop and execute civil rights litigation and legal advocacy strategies, with a focus on protecting and expanding voting rights and democratic processes.
What you'll do
- Identify and develop litigation and advocacy strategies to protect voting rights
- Engage in integrated advocacy campaigns on voting rights and democracy issues
- Provide legal research, writing, and advocacy support
- Represent the organization in public speaking engagements
- Supervise and mentor junior staff
- Cultivate relationships with community partners and stakeholders
What it takes
- At least four years of litigation experience
- Experience defending voting rights and democracy
- Excellent legal research and writing skills
- Experience with complex legal analytical work
- Comfort working independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrated commitment to the ACLU-NJ’s mission
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days paid time off, 12 office holidays, 16 health care leave days, medical, vision, and dental insurance, 20 weeks paid family leave, life and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax transit benefits, 401(k) plan with employer match
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Newark, NJ, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $96,000 - $146,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least four years of litigation experience, excellent legal research and writing skills, and experience with complex legal analytical work.
How do I apply?
Please upload a resume, cover letter, and legal writing sample by September 30, 2026, to [email protected].
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office with a hybrid schedule, where all staff work in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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