Staff Attorney (Civil Rights)

Responsibilities: The staff attorney responsibilities include but are not limited to: the intake and documentation of complaints of religious discrimination and other civil rights violations; coordination with other civil rights organizations; legal research; working with employers, schools and other organizations on religious accommodations and community outreach; and coordinate and conduct public speaking events/educational workshops.

When necessary engage in civil rights litigation and advocacy for CAIR Oklahoma, including but not limited to representing complainants who are victim of religious discrimination; negotiate settlements with the opposing party; filing complaints in State or Federal court; litigate; and collaborating with other private attorneys or groups as needed.

The staff attorney will be required to use creative legal solutions to address systematic issues affecting the Muslim community and religious/ethnic minorities, not just confined to litigation. Advocacy initiatives many times require legal counsel in a non-litigious setting. The staff attorney may also directly supervise the work of externs/interns in the department.

The staff attorney will also assist in monitoring legislation that will impact the Muslim and/or religious/ethnic minority communities and work on government affairs accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of constitutional law, civil procedure, immigration law, and family law. • Strong oral and written communication skills, and strong legal research skills. • Demonstrate commitment to protecting Muslim civil liberties in the United States. • Demonstrate initiative and willingness to work collaboratively with others. • Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to maintain a heavy case load. • Must be creative, flexible, and have a positive attitude. • Must be admitted to the Oklahoma State Bar and be admissible to the US District Court. • Previous litigation experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience. • Benefits included (medical, dental, and vision) • Paid vacations and state holidays.

All CAIR-OK staff, whether permanent or temporary, are required to assist in general duties such as answering of phones, assisting with office management and cleanup, assisting with special projects such as conferences, conventions, mass mailing, and other CAIR-OK events. CAIR-OK employees may be asked to participate in events outside of normal business hours as instructed by CAIR-OK Management.

How to apply

TO APPLY: Submit a resume, cover letter, two formal legal writing samples, and a list of at least three references, along with copies of relevant academic certificates. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send to the attention of Adam Soltani: via email toasoltani@cair.com or postal mail to 3000 United Founders Blvd., Suite 110, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.