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Posted: 07-Jul-23
Location: USA - MA - Jamaica Plain
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 63041BR
Job Summary
The Harvard Law School LGBTQ+ Advocacy Clinic (the Basic Qualifications Candidates must have earned a J.D. at least 3 years ago, have at least 3 years of relevant experience, and be admitted to the Massachusetts bar or eligible for temporary admission pursuant to Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04. Additional Qualifications and Skills We are looking for people who have: Five or more years of legal experience, including managing other attorneys, and interest in cultivating litigation and advocacy docket, a plus Significant litigation experience, including in federal court an asset Experience with constitutional issues, legislative advocacy, and community outreach an asset Familiarity with LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, and other civil liberties issues a plus Applicants should be self-starters, be diligent, and have the proven ability to work with a wide range of people and to perform under pressure Commitment to the mission of the LGBTQ+ Advocacy Clinic Commitment to diversity within the office and a record of valuing all individuals and respecting differences with regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability and socio-economic circumstances Commitment to working collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Additional Information Benefits Work Format
We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.
Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
