GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders ("GLAD Law" or the “Organization”) has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a Legal Director.

Organization:
Since 1978, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law) has achieved scores of precedent-setting legal victories to end discrimination based on gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and HIV status. Time after time, GLAD Law has broken through resistance and prejudice to make real progress for transgender rights, family protections and marriage equality, LGBTQ+ youth rights, protections for people living with HIV and much more.

Overview:
To lead its litigation, legislation and advocacy work into the next chapter, GLAD Law seeks an experienced and collaborative Legal Director to help steer its nationally renowned and esteemed legal department and legal department staff. Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the five-person Senior Management Team, the Legal Director will be instrumental in furthering GLAD Law’s vision. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and creative thought leader to shape organizational and legal strategy on behalf of the communities GLAD Law serves at a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights.

Experience:
8+ years of litigation experience in an LGBTQ+ civil rights or nonprofit legal organization or comparable environment in private practice, government, or academia. The ideal candidate for the Legal Director should have a deep understanding of how impact litigation, legislation, policy, and public education strategies are employed to expand civil rights and a strong understanding of how multifaceted identities impact the lived experiences of the LGBTQ+ community and inform its legal strategies.

Location/Relocation:
Northeastern seaboard with a strong preference for Boston, MA.

Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $220,000, depending on years of relevant experience.

About Major, Lindsey & Africa

Founded in 1982, Major, Lindsey & Africa is the world’s largest and most experienced legal search firm. Combining local market knowledge and a global recruiting network, MLA has earned recognition for its track record of successful General Counsel, Corporate Counsel, Partner, Associate and Law Firm Management placements. With offices throughout the U.S., Hong Kong, London, and Tokyo, MLA recruiters are dedicated to understanding and meeting clients’ and candidates’ needs while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality. MLA considers every search a diversity search, and has been committed to diversity in the law since its inception. For these reasons, MLA was voted “Best Legal Search Firm in the U.S.” in the most recent national survey of America’s top law firms. To learn more about MLA, please visit our website at www.mlaglobal.com.

Connections working at Major, Lindsey & Africa