About the Role
This position is a full-time associate attorney position with Richman Law & Policy. The Associate will work on cases brought under a variety of legal theories ranging from false and deceptive advertising to tort and securities law. Because we are a boutique firm, the Associate will be involved in all stages of a case’s lifecycle
and will be given meaningful, challenging work from day one. This is an excellent opportunity for a new lawyer to dive right into public interest litigation.
For more information visit our website, www.richmanlawpolicy.com.
Responsibilities
The Associate will play an active role on cases in the firm’s practice, including:
Investigations and case development.
Drafting and preparing motions and briefs.
Participating in hearings, conferences, and depositions.
Interfacing with clients and providing guidance throughout the litigation process.
Qualifications
Law school graduate with J.D.
2-5 years of experience in federal civil litigation
Class action, consumer protection, tort and/or securities law experience a plus
Strong analytical skills
Excellent writing and research skills
Highly organized with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
Familiarity (preferred) with Clio, Google Calendar, Microsoft Office, LEXIS,PACER/ECF.
The ideal candidate is passionate about repairing the world, improving corporate accountability, and has a demonstrated commitment to public interest work (namely, movement and cause lawyering).
Additional Details
Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 depending upon experience.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Schedule:
40-hour work week, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (ET)
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus Pay; Case Equity; Annual Raises
To Apply
Please send a cover letter addressed to Kim E. Richman, a copy of your resume, and a short writing sample to hiring@richmanlawpolicy.com. Specifying in the subject line: Associate Application.
About the Company
Richman Law & Policy (RLP) is a tight collective of lawyers specializing in socially conscious impact litigation.
We dedicate ourselves to serving the greater good by holding large corporations accountable for actions that threaten human health, animals, workers’ rights, the environment and our civil liberties. The driving force behind our practice is creating innovative and effective ways to influence public policy and the marketplace. Much of the work we do aims to fill gaps in the current regulatory environment. We work closely with everyday consumers and leading non-profit organizations.
RLP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity among its staff and fostering a healthy and supportive workplace.