Trustpoint.One is partnering with a dynamic and growing New York City boutique law firm in their search for a Civil Rights Litigation Attorney to join their team. The firm prides itself on delivering practical, strategic legal solutions with a client-first approach. This an exciting opportunity to make a difference while working with a group of attorneys who are passionate about what they do.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Rights Litigation Attorney with 8 years of experience who is available to work in New York City. The ideal candidate will have complex civil rights experience and be comfortable handling a range of responsibilities, from performing legal research and developing case strategy to drafting briefs and motions and appearing in federal court. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Represent individuals and groups in complex civil rights litigation before federal courts
- Draft clear, compelling briefs, motions, and memoranda in support of civil rights cases
- Communicate directly with clients, providing counsel and updates
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in New York
- At least 8 years of litigation experience focused on civil rights law or constitutional law
- Exceptional legal writing skills and the ability to be first chair at hearings and trial
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
For immediate consideration please submit your resume below.
Key Details
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations
- Work is generally performed sitting, talking, hearing, and typing
- This is a high-volume screen-based role, requiring constant, prolonged computer usage, including but not limited to: reviewing documents, managing visual content, and attending virtual meetings
- Visual acuity required for computer use, data analysis, and extended reading
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and document handling
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to lift and carry items weighting up to 30 pounds
Remote Work & Information Security Requirements
Employees in this role are expected to maintain a work environment that supports the protection of confidential, proprietary, and client-sensitive information, consistent with Company policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- To support these obligations, individuals in this role should be able to: Maintain a secure and reliable internet connection capable of supporting required systems and applications
- Utilize company-issued or approved technology, including compliance with required security tools (e.g., VPN, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection)
- Conduct work in a manner that protects the confidentiality of information, including taking reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized access, viewing, or disclosure of sensitive materials
- Follow all applicable information security, data privacy, and acceptable use policies as communicated by the Company
- Promptly report any suspected security incidents, breaches, or system vulnerabilities in accordance with Company protocols
Workplace Monitoring & Data Use Notice
To protect client and Company systems, data, and confidential information, Trustpoint may implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, which may include monitoring of Company-provided systems, devices, and networks, consistent with applicable law.
In certain roles, individuals may perform work within client-controlled environments, including client systems, platforms, or physical worksites. In such cases, work activities may also be subject to the clientโs applicable policies, procedures, and monitoring practices.
Trustpoint does not control client monitoring practices but expects that any such practices will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and contractual obligations. Additional information regarding applicable policies will be provided during the onboarding process or prior to assignment, as appropriate.
Client Specific Requirements Notice
Certain roles may be subject to additional client-specific screening, compliance, or credentialing requirements. Any such requirements will be communicated at the appropriate stage of the hiring process and will be administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pay Transparency Notice
Pursuant to applicable law, this position includes a good-faith salary or hourly range at the time of posting. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, and business needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Trustpoint provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law