Title: National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney Location: Phoenix, Arizona This position offers flexibility, whether it be an in-person, remote, or hybrid working arrangement. Job Description: Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney position in our Phoenix Office. The Position We are seeking a highly skilled attorney with deep experience in litigation, claims management, and, critical discovery strategy and execution to support our representation of a large, national logistics services provider. This is a dynamic role that operates at the intersection of litigation strategy, large-scale discovery, and national claims oversight. The ideal candidate is not only experienced, but agile, someone who can quickly pivot between priorities, manage competing deadlines, and proactively identify risks and opportunities across a complex, multi-jurisdictional docket. You will play a key role in shaping discovery approaches, driving efficient processes, and partnering closely with clients and colleagues in a high-volume, high-impact environment. Key Responsibilities: - Independently manage a nationwide litigation caseload from inception through resolution in a fast-moving environment - Conduct thorough investigations and proactively spot discovery issues unique to each case - Develop and craft strategic discovery responses tailored to individual cases while ensuring alignment with overarching national litigation strategies - Continuously monitor and evaluate discovery processes to identify opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation - Manage and continuously improve a national claims program, identifying efficiencies and scalable solutions - Partner closely with attorneys, partners, and client to develop case strategy and discovery plans - Collaborate across offices and practice groups to deliver seamless, team-oriented service - Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, emerging legal issues, and evolving client needs Qualifications - JD from an ABA-accredited law school - Admitted to practice in at least one state - 5+ years of litigation and experience - Strong discovery experience required - Experience handling multi-jurisdictional litigation and/or national claims programs preferred - Background in transportation, logistics, trucking, or related regulatory frameworks preferred - Familiarity with emerging e-commerce or gig economy legal issues is a plus - Proven ability to manage high-volume work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment - Strong client counseling and relationship management skills - Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities - Exceptional written and oral communication skills - Advanced technical proficiency with litigation and discovery tools Why Should You Apply? - Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend - Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan - Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement - Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com. Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Title: Legal Director, Civil Rights and Special Projects Location: - Washington, District of Columbia, United States - USA - Remote Position Summary: The Legal Director, which will be focused on Civil Rights and Special Projects, will join three other Legal Directors reporting to the President and CEO, in close coordination with the Chief Program and Strategy Officer. This Legal Director position will be responsible for developing the strategic vision and staffing plan for the civil rights project as well as developing and supervising civil rights-related matters and other significant affirmative litigation involving state and institutional actors. This position is full-time. Democracy Forward’s office is located in Washington, DC. While this position offers flexibility to work remotely, it requires regular in-office presence eight (8) times per month (averaging 2 times per week) to effectively support the nature of the role. Remote candidates within the United States will also be considered. If a candidate is outside of the DC area, travel to DC is expected 1-2 times per quarter. Key Responsibilities: - Develop the strategic vision and staffing plan for the civil rights project to maximize the project’s impact. With the People, Culture and Operations team and the other Legal Directors, support the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of legal staff for the project. - Identify, develop and supervise high-impact civil rights-related matters and oversee affirmative litigation and legal advocacy involving state and institutional actors. Ensure that all legal work filed or undertaken by Democracy Forward Foundation in these areas meets the highest standards of excellence. - In coordination with the Director for State Litigation and Emerging Issues, develop the strategic vision and staffing plan for work to challenge anti-democratic state laws as well as anti-democratic activities of institutional actors. - Work closely with civil rights organizations and the broader pro-democracy community on litigation coordination and long-term development of legal doctrines. Foster and deepen relationships with peer and partner organizations. - Engage and collaborate with all Divisions of the organization and the Executive Office, including facilitating collaboration between the Legal Department and other Divisions and Offices. - With the People, Culture and Operations team, facilitate a culture of belonging, inclusion, and continuous learning within the Legal Department and its members as well as the organization as a whole. - With the Managing Attorney and other Legal Directors, facilitate the administrative and managerial operations of the Legal Department. - Working with others in the Legal Department, maintain accurate information regarding Legal Department activities, impact and trend measures. Qualifications: We recognize that strong candidates may not meet 100% of the qualifications listed. If you believe you can contribute meaningfully to our team, we encourage you to apply. - J.D. from an accredited law school. - Active membership in good standing in the bar of the District of Columbia, or membership in good standing in another state bar with the ability to become admitted in D.C. - 15+ years active litigation experience, including significant experience and demonstrated excellence in developing civil rights and other affirmative litigation. - 10+ years of demonstrated and significant experience in managing and leading diverse teams in a matrixed structure. - Collaborative leadership style with the ability to develop relationships of trust and confidence with colleagues across teams and departments. - Demonstrated ability to think creatively and craft legal strategies to address difficult and complex social problems. - Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with legal, academic, government and nonprofit networks, build coalitions, and develop strong client and stakeholder relationships. - Demonstrated excellence in performing and supervising legal research and drafting legal documents (including court filings such as complaints, dispositive motions, and appeals, and/or regulatory filings such as comments and petitions for rulemaking), in a professional, timely, and self-directed manner. - Demonstrated substantive expertise in civil rights and civil rights litigation, including in emerging issues - Ability to be a thought-leader. - Familiarity with legal doctrines applicable to litigation and/or regulatory advocacy involving federal and/or state governments. - Experience developing affirmative litigation in state and/or federal courts, including researching potential theories, developing potential clients, and building factual records. - Ability to become proficient in new issue areas and contribute to creative, rigorous, analytical approaches to address them. - Ability to juggle multiple matters for different stakeholders in a highly collaborative environment; must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment. - Nimble and collaborative team-player with a growth mindset, who is comfortable with change and has ability to lead and operate with ambiguity. - Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills including demonstrated self-awareness, commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds. - Commitment to workplace inclusion and ability to contribute affirmatively to a just and equitable workplace culture. Work Environment & Physical Demands: - This role may require occasional travel for team retreats, conferences, or organizational meetings. - This role may involve sitting for extended periods and working on a computer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. The salary for this position is $280,000 plus excellent benefits. Democracy Forward Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We strongly encourage people of color; LGBTQIA+ people; women; people with disabilities; and veterans to apply. Please note that all lawyer positions require a law degree and active membership in the bar of a state or the District of Columbia. Not sure you meet all of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to mission-based legal and policy work, returning to work after a gap in employment, or simply looking to transition or take the next step in your career path, we welcome the opportunity to have you on our radar. Please include in your cover letter the nature of your interest in legal and policy work promoting democracy and progress and what you hope to bring to our team and the role for which you are applying. Democracy Forward is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@democracyforward.org or 833-391-4732.

Role Description We are seeking a skilled legal writer to join our team as an Associate Attorney. This position is writing-intensive, AI-augmented, and designed for an attorney who thrives on complex legal analysis, enjoys appellate practice, and prefers substantive brief writing over hearings or client-facing work. - Draft federal briefs challenging Social Security disability decisions issued by Administrative Law Judges. - Handle all required briefing across the full lifecycle of each assigned case: - Opening briefs - Reply briefs - Objections to magistrate judge reports and recommendations - Post-judgment motions - Any other substantive filings requiring legal argument - All work is reviewed and finalized by senior attorneys prior to filing. - Work with proprietary AI system, Brief Master™, which is built on the Brief Master Knowledge Core™. - Engage with AI as a thinking partner rather than a search engine. Qualifications - J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school - Active admission to at least one state bar - Exceptional legal research and writing skills - Strong analytical ability and attention to detail - Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with consistent output and quality Requirements - Experience with federal court briefing or appellate litigation (preferred) - Familiarity with Social Security disability law (helpful, but not required for exceptional writers) - Experience with AI-assisted legal drafting tools (preferred) Benefits - Base Salary: $90,000 (includes a $5,000 annual taxable health insurance stipend; the Firm does not provide group health coverage). - Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000 with possible discretionary bonus; higher earnings may be possible based on production. - Discretionary bonuses based on production; high performers can potentially earn $140,000+ per year. - 401(k) retirement plan after two years of service or in accordance with plan terms. - Performance bonuses may be awarded at the Firm's sole discretion based on productivity, work quality, and overall contribution. How to Apply Submit application materials directly to the Firm at: appeals@thefederalappealsfirm.com Subject line: ASSOCIATE POSITION (Remote) - Resume - Cover letter - Two writing samples - Applicants with fewer than five years of experience as a practicing attorney should also include their law school resume. Writing Assessment Candidates who advance to serious consideration will be asked to complete a writing assessment prior to any offer. The assessment is a drafting exercise designed to evaluate the analytical and persuasive writing skills required for this role. It is unpaid. Details will be provided at that stage. Equal Employment Opportunity The Federal Appeals Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Role Description We are seeking a skilled legal writer to join our team as an Associate Attorney. This position is writing-intensive, AI-augmented, and designed for an attorney who thrives on complex legal analysis, enjoys appellate practice, and prefers substantive brief writing over hearings or client-facing work. - Draft federal briefs challenging Social Security disability decisions issued by Administrative Law Judges. - Handle all required briefing across the full lifecycle of each assigned case: - Opening briefs - Reply briefs - Objections to magistrate judge reports and recommendations - Post-judgment motions - Any other substantive filings requiring legal argument - All work is reviewed and finalized by senior attorneys prior to filing. - Work with proprietary AI system, Brief Master™, built on the Brief Master Knowledge Core™, a curated body of federal Social Security appellate authority developed in-house. - Engage with AI as a thinking partner rather than a search engine. Qualifications - J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school - Active admission to at least one state bar - Exceptional legal research and writing skills - Strong analytical ability and attention to detail - Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with consistent output and quality Requirements - Experience with federal court briefing or appellate litigation (preferred) - Familiarity with Social Security disability law (helpful, but not required for exceptional writers) - Experience with AI-assisted legal drafting tools (preferred) Benefits - Base Salary: $90,000 (includes a $5,000 annual taxable health insurance stipend; the Firm does not provide group health coverage). - Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000 with possible discretionary bonus; higher earnings may be possible based on production. - Discretionary bonuses based on production; high performers can potentially earn $140,000+ per year. - 401(k) retirement plan after two years of service or in accordance with plan terms. - Performance bonuses may be awarded at the Firm's sole discretion based on productivity, work quality, and overall contribution. How to Apply Submit application materials directly to the Firm at: appeals@thefederalappealsfirm.com Subject line: ASSOCIATE POSITION (Remote) - Resume - Cover letter - Two writing samples - Applicants with fewer than five years of experience as a practicing attorney should also include their law school resume for review of legal writing coursework. Writing Assessment Candidates who advance to serious consideration will be asked to complete a writing assessment prior to any offer. The assessment is a drafting exercise designed to evaluate the analytical and persuasive writing skills required for this role. It is unpaid. Details — including the prompt, format, and timeline — will be provided at that stage. The assessment is extended only to candidates we are genuinely considering. Applicants who are not prepared to complete a writing exercise should be aware of this requirement before applying. Equal Employment Opportunity The Federal Appeals Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This is a remote position.