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Neighborhood Legal Services Inc

Attorney

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$68K - $120K/yr

Working alongside other substantive units, community partners and government agencies to ensure our ... Strong writing and editing abilities, a sharp eye for detail, and a proactive approach to learning ...

Neighborhood Legal Services Inc

Attorney

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$68K - $120K/yr

Working alongside other substantive units, community partners and government agencies to ensure our ... Strong writing and editing abilities, a sharp eye for detail, and a proactive approach to learning ...

ACLU

Deputy Legal Director

Washington, DC · On-site

$130K - $148K/yr

May 2026 Employment Status: Full-Time Supervisory Role: Yes Bargaining Unit Member: No Organization ... Broad substantive knowledge of constitutional law and civil rights, including both substantive law ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time substantive editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsTypically requires a degree in English, Journalism, or related field; often with editing certificationsSimilar credentials, often with a focus on language and grammar certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks in publishing houses, media companies, or academic institutions, handling content developmentWorks in publishing, media, or corporate settings, focusing on language accuracy and style
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in book publishing, academic publishing, and media outletsWidely used across publishing, journalism, and corporate communications

The main difference is that a Full Time Substantive Editor actively revises and improves content structure and coherence, while a Copy Editor primarily focuses on grammar, style, and language correctness. Both roles require strong editing skills and relevant credentials, but their scope and responsibilities differ based on the editing stage and content type.

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Paralegal

Paralegal

LAWYERS' COMMITTEE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS UNDER LAW

Washington, DC • On-site

$65K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage and organize case files, dockets, litigation calendars, and electronic court filing accounts.

  • Review, edit, and draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and correspondence under supervision of attorneys.

  • Provide administrative and other support to attorneys for hearings, trials, depositions, meetings, and related activities.

Job description

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.
The Lawyers’ Committee has litigation, public policy, and advocacy programs in the substantive areas of Voting Rights, Election Protection, Digital Justice, Economic Justice, Criminal Justice, Economic Opportunities, and Fair Housing.  The organization advances its mission as the premier organization marshaling the resources of the private bar alongside our own talented staff, with over 1 million pro bono hours billed to our cases and matters over the past decade.
Job Title: Paralegal (2 positions)
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Affiliation: Union
Accountable to: Paralegal Supervisor
About the Role:
The Paralegal will assist the Lawyers’ Committee with administrative support related to litigation, education, advocacy, policy projects, and other activities. The Paralegal will be assigned primarily to one or more substantive project areas based on need and work closely with the project teams.
What You’ll be Doing:
Essential responsibilities of the Paralegal include but are not limited to the following: 
  • Manage and organize case files, case dockets, litigation calendars and ECF and PACER accounts.
  • Review and edit filings and exhibits, including formatting, proofreading, cite-checking, and creating tables of authorities and tables of contents.
  • Organize discovery requests and responses, coordinate depositions, schedule meetings, and other related tasks.
  • Review and draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, extension requests, and correspondence according to judicial procedures and under supervision of attorneys.
  • Learning relevant court and local rules, and internal court operating procedures, including deadlines, and helping to ensure the compliance of Lawyers’ Committee litigation teams.
  • Maintaining understanding of and adherence to rules on client confidentiality and legal ethics.
  • Provide administrative and other support to attorneys for hearings, trials, expert interviews, depositions, oral arguments, coalitions and speaking engagements.
  • Prepare internal reports, including, weekly updates, board books, grant and development, lobbying hours and project tracking.
  • Update relevant project web pages, in coordination with attorneys and the Communications team.
  • Assist attorneys with processing bar/court memberships. 
  • Maintain calendars for assigned Project and case teams.
  • Help to coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and clients and assist with expense reports, as needed.
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
  • At least two years of experience in related positions, preferably as a litigation paralegal.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is strongly preferred.
  • Paralegal Certificate from accredited institution is preferred.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to travel as needed.
  • Strong research skills and proficiency performing research using various tools, including the internet and other media sources.
  • The ability to regularly communicate with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and editing skills and the ability to review and synthesize factual information.
  • Ability to develop proficiency in Asana, PACER, ECF, CLIO, or other relational case management systems.
  • Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and prioritize work to ensure timely completion.
  • Proficiency in Office 365 and its apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and video communication systems (Teams, Zoom, etc.).
  • Willingness to become licensed as a notary public in D.C. (with fees and costs paid by the Lawyers’ Committee).
  • Commitment to racial justice, civil rights, and the mission and goals of the Lawyers’ Committee.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.
Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend. 
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, parental status, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, immigration status, union activities, political affiliation, military veteran status, credit information or any other status protected under law.
Reasonable Accommodation: The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@lawyerscommittee.org.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union. Employment terms, including wages and benefits, are subject to collective bargaining agreements.
The expected range for this role will be: $65,934.40 - $82,305.70

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