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Last Update: 7.14.2010
Job referrals from the Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Teachers Association - General Counsel / Director of Legal Services The Massachusetts Teachers Association, the largest public sector union in Massachusetts, is seeking a seasoned professional for the position of General Counsel / Director of Legal Services. Application deadline is August 6, 2010. For more information about the position and how to apply, please download this file for details on the MTA posting. Bowditch & Dewey, LLP - Corporate Attorney Bowditch & Dewey, LLP, ranked among the largest law firms in Massachusetts, seeks partner-level business lawyer with at least 10 years of experience and $500K in annual portables with varied corporate law experience to join its sophisticated and collegial Business and Finance Practice Group. Opportunity for partnership and business development. Salary commensurate with experience. Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates having excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients. Send resume and brief statement of experience in confidence to: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Northeast Deputy Regional Counsel An extraordinary opportunity is available at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric. Administration's Office of the General Counsel (NOAA GC). NOAA GC employs approximately 95 attorneys at headquarters offices in the Washington, DC area and at six regional offices. NOAA GC provides legal advice to the Department of commerce Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere (NOAA Administrator) and NOAA program offices on a wide variety of issues including U.S. and International fisheries, marine mammals, endangered or threatened marine species, preservation of coastal areas, marine sanctuaries, and licensing of commercial satellites. The attorney selected for this position would join the NOAA GC Northeast Regional Office (GCNE), and would provide legal analysis and advice to the NOAA Fisheries in its development of regulations to implement programs recommended by the NEFMC and MAFMC and approved by the Secretary of Commerce. The attorney also would work closely with the U.S. Department of Justice in conducting research and developing litigation strategies. Open Period for applications ends July 29, 2010. For more information about the position and how to apply, please see attached NOAA posting. BBA - Public Interest Leaders The Boston Bar Association is currently accepting application for its 8th class of Public Interest Leaders. If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, kindly download the fact sheet and application. The deadline is June 25th. Lewis, Feinberg, Lee, Renaker & Jackson - Associate Lewis, Feinberg, Lee, Renaker & Jackson, P.C. litigates ERISA (employee benefits), wage and hour, employment discrimination and civil rights claims on behalf of individuals and classes. For more information on the 15-attorney firm please visit their website: www.lewisfeinberg.com. They seek an associate with 0-3 years of experience to begin work Fall 2010. They require excellent writing and analytical skills. California Bar membership is preferred. Please submit resume and writing sample by May 15, 2010, to Daniel Feinberg at dfeinberg@lewisfeinberg.com. Assistant Federal Public Defender - Northern California The Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of California is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Federal Public Defender in its San Francisco/Oakland offices. The Federal Public Defender provides defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters in federal court. Duties include trial, appellate and ancillary matters under the direction and guidance of the Federal Defender. The position requires travel for training, investigation and litigation. The successful applicant will have demonstrated an aptitude for excellence in trial and appellate practice, a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons, and a reputation for personal integrity. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation. Applicants must be members in good standing of the State Bar of California. Trial experience desired but not required. Proficient research skills and effective written and oral communication abilities are essential. Federal Public Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law. This is a full time position. Federal salary and benefits apply. Interested persons should send a resume and a writing sample to:
Applications must be received by May 14, 2010. The position will remain open until filled by the Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Thailand Senior Legal Advisor - Asia-Pacific Programme The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) is a worldwide network of judges and lawyers united in affirming international law and rule of law principles that advance human rights. We are seeking to recruit a Thailand Senior Legal Advisor to be based in the regional office in Bangkok. The Thailand Senior Legal Advisor will be working with a team of international and Thai staff, implementing a hands-on project aimed at strengthening the rule of law and applying international human rights standards in Thailand, with emphasis on addressing security and criminal justice issues in the southern border provinces. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated human rights lawyer with knowledge of international human rights, practical experience of legal advocacy and the legal system of Thailand, and a well-developed network of contacts in Government, civil society, and academia. The candidate will be expected to work cooperatively both Government officials, including from the Ministry of Justice, and local civil society groups and members of the legal community. RESPONSIBILITIES
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APPLICATIONS: Please send your CV/resume and a covering letter by close of business on 25 April 2010 to: Only short listed candidates will be notified. The ICJ is an equal opportunities employer. South Asia Legal Advisor - Asia-Pacific Programme The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) is a worldwide network of judges and lawyers united in affirming international law and rule of law principles that advance human rights. We are seeking to recruit a Legal Advisor for our South Asia Programme, based out of the regional office in Bangkok with significant travel throughout South Asia. This is an exciting new programme of work for ICJ – facilitating networks of judges and advocates, undertaking comparative research and reporting, and developing joint advocacy strategies on key rule of law problems in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Focus issues include combating impunity, strengthening the independence of legal systems, and countering abuse of security and emergency laws. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated lawyer with expertise in international human rights and humanitarian law, practical experience of human rights litigation and advocacy, understanding of the history, politics and law of South Asia, and a well-developed network of regional contacts, including civil society groups, government actors, and the media. RESPONSIBILITIES
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APPLICATIONS: Please send cover letter and CV by 25 April 2010 to: Only short listed candidates will be notified. The ICJ is an equal opportunities employer. South Asia Programme Officer – Asia Pacific Programme The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) is a worldwide network of judges and lawyers united in affirming international law and rule of law principles that advance human rights. We are seeking to recruit a Programme Officer for our South Asia Programme, based out of the regional office in Bangkok with significant travel throughout South Asia. This is an exciting new programme of work for ICJ – facilitating networks of judges and advocates, undertaking comparative research and reporting, and developing joint advocacy strategies on key rule of law problems in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Focus issues include combating impunity, strengthening the independence of legal systems, and countering abuse of security and emergency laws. The ideal candidate will have programme and management skills, experience in coordinating complex projects in multiple countries, commitment to human rights and social justice, understanding of the history, politics and law of South Asia, and a well-developed network of regional contacts, including civil society groups, academics, government actors, and the media. RESPONSIBILITIES
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APPLICATIONS: Please send cover letter and CV by 25 April 2010 to: Only short listed candidates will be notified. The ICJ is an equal opportunities employer. Senior Programme Officer – Thailand Programme The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) is a worldwide network of judges and lawyers united in affirming international law and rule of law principles that advance human rights. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Programme Officer for our Thailand Programme to be based in the regional office in Bangkok and reporting to the Asia-Pacific Programme Director. The Senior Programme Officer will be managing a team of international and Thai staff, implementing a hands-on project aimed at strengthening the rule of law and applying international human rights standards in Thailand, with emphasis on addressing security and criminal justice issues in the southern border provinces. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to human rights and social justice, with knowledge of international human rights, practical experience of advocacy and the legal system of Thailand, and a well-developed network of contacts in Government, civil society, and academia. The candidate will be expected to work cooperatively with both Government officials, including from the Ministry of Justice, and local civil society groups and members of the legal community. RESPONSIBILITIES Project Management
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APPLICATIONS: Please send cover letter and CV by 25 April 2010 to: Only short listed candidates will be notified. The ICJ is an equal opportunities employer. Bankruptcy Restructuring and Commercial Litigation Group Attorney (Buffalo, NY) Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is pleased to present the following career opportunity. For immediate consideration, kindly submit your resume in Word format to kristen@frinkhamlett.com and refer to "Bankruptcy" in the subject heading. Due to the volume of resumes received only those candidates meeting the clientÕs specifications will be contacted. However, all submitted resumes are retained in our proprietary database for future opportunities. Thank you for partnering with Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions. Prestigious upstate firm seeks an experienced attorney to join its Bankruptcy Restructuring and Commercial Litigation Group in Buffalo, NY. The firmÕs practice represents debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, financial institutions, buyers of assets, equity owners, trustees and other types of parties in and outside of bankruptcy. The successful candidate will have 7+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience in commercial litigation, foreclosures, commercial evictions and complex collections is a plus. EMC - Associate Corporate Counsel Position EMC Corporation, a multinational, NYSE-listed technology company based in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, seeks an associate corporate counsel to join its fast-paced Office of General Counsel. Responsibilities include:
Requirements: Excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, versatility, maturity and the ability to work in a team-focused environment desired. J.D. required. Must be a member in good standing of a state bar association and be willing to become a member of the Massachusetts bar. Send resumes to: moriarty_sharon@emc.com Employer Information American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts - Field Director The ACLU of Massachusetts, a public interest organization that defends civil rights and civil liberties, seeks a Field Director. Part of the leadership team, the Field Director implements strategic education and mobilization campaigns in concert with our legislative, public education, membership and communications departments. The Director will coordinate member and grassroots actions; coordinate statewide and local advocacy campaigns; develop ACLU’s presence and leadership across the state; and coordinate among the field, public education, membership and legislative advocates. For details, visit www.aclum.org/jobs. Qualifications:
Applicants should send resume, references, and cover letter via email to info@aclum.org, Attention: Field Director Hiring Coordinator The ACLU of Massachusetts is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LBGTQ community to apply. Banking Associate (NYC) Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is pleased to present the following career opportunity. For immediate consideration, kindly submit your resume in Word format along with law school transcript to lloyd@frinkhamlett.com and refer to “Banking Associate” in the subject heading. Due to the volume of resumes received only those candidates meeting the client’s specifications will be contacted. However, all submitted resumes are retained in our proprietary database for future opportunities. Thank you for partnering with Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions. Top tier New York City law firm seeks two third or fourth year banking associates to join its dynamic corporate group. One of the associates will focus on secured credit and the other will focus on securitizations. [an error occurred while processing this directive] |