Associate Attorney Civil Rights Jobs in Alpharetta, GA

The Opportunity
To respond to the ongoing and growing civil rights needs of the Georgia Muslim community,
CAIR-Georgia seeks to hire a Senior Staff Attorney (at least 4 years of experience) or a
Supervising/Managing Attorney (depending on experience) with a demonstrated
commitment to and interest in public interest advocacy and serving diverse communities.  
The Senior Staff Attorney or the Supervising/Managing Attorney is expected to use a
combination of direct services, litigation, community education, and advocacy to address
issues facing the Muslim community in Georgia. The Senior Staff Attorney or the
Supervising/Managing Attorney will report to the Deputy Director

Responsibilities
Legal Representation

Manage, supervise, lead, and engage in all aspects of litigation and litigation-related
advocacy, including case development and filing, legal and factual research, client
counseling and interviews, motions practice, discovery, resource creation, policy
advocacy, and media advocacy

Community Engagement

• Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning
  and conducting legal clinics
• Work in, lead, or form coalitions with other organizations and collaborate with civil
  rights partners

Leadership and Supervision

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the legal team and
  department (managing attorney only)
• Oversee the work of civil rights volunteers, including law students and pro bono
  attorneys
• Supervise attorneys (supervising/managing attorney only), paralegals, and
  volunteers

Outreach and Reporting

• All CAIR-Georgia staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering
  phones, weekly outreach, fundraising, and other office tasks.

Legal Research and Documentation

• Prepare legal documents such as memos, motions, and appeals and non-legal
  documents such as community advisories, issue briefings, and reports
• Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles, and legal codes

Qualifications  

• B.A./B.S. and J.D. degrees with membership in good standing with the Georgia State
  Bar, required
• At least 4 years of civil rights experience, including at least 2 years of litigation
  experience in state and/or federal courts
• At least one year of experience managing legal staff (supervising/managing attorney)
• Highly motivated and self-starting
• Excellent research, analytical, written, and oral communication skills  
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work independently and in collaboration
  with other attorneys, community advocates, and community-based organizations
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the rights of low-income, Black, Muslim, people of color, and/or immigrant communities  
• Experience in organizing and/or working in coalition spaces to advance the rights of
  low-income, Black, Muslim, people of color, and/or immigrant communities  
• Bilingual skills in Arabic, Farsi, or other relevant languages, preferred 

Compensation and Benefits  

• Compensation $85,000 -$95,000 depending on role and experience  
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies  
• Health care coverage options
• BAR dues, CLE funding support, and malpractice insurance

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via email to j-jamil@cair.com and
azkatmahmood@cair.com, and include the following as PDF attachments:

• Three professional references and their contact information (email and phone)
• Cover letter addressing your interest in the position, relevant experience, and particular interest and/or experience in civil rights issues as they affect the Muslim community
• Resume summarizing your education, qualifications, and experience, including any relevant community-grounded advocacy or experience
• Legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages

About CAIR-Georgia

CAIR-Georgia is the Georgia chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR),
the nation’s largest civil liberties and advocacy group serving the Muslim community. Our
mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil liberties, and empower
Muslims in America to advocate for themselves. From restrictions placed on Muslims to
practice their religion, to profiling and discrimination stemming from a lack of
understanding of Islam, the need for CAIR in Georgia is great. The proof is reflected in the
dramatic increase in civil rights cases by 275% from 2023 to 2024.