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Arizona Department of Administration

$71K - $121K/yr

REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX Categories: Legal/Investigations/Adjustment/Compliance ATTORNEY GENERAL ... The Arizona Attorney General's Office Civil Litigation Division/Division of Civil Rights Section is ...

CyberCoders

EdLaw Associate Attorney

Walnut Creek, CA · Remote

EdLaw Associate Attorney ---THIS POSITION IS REMOTE OR HYBRID THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA--- For over a ... civil rights matters. The role requires strong analytic, writing, and advocacy skills, plus the ...

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Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$85K - $133K/yr

Summary The Civil Rights Division seeks civil and criminal attorneys to work on a variety of significant issues related to the enforcement of federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit ...

Offices, Boards and Divisions

Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$121K - $197K/yr

The Civil Rights Division seeks experienced attorneys to work on a variety of significant and complex issues to enforce federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit unlawful discrimination ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Camarillo, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Ventura, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Riverside, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

Direct Counsel

Law Enforcement Defense Attorney

Riverside, CA · On-site +1

$158K - $205K/yr

... civil rights and constitutional law matters in both state and federal court. The ideal candidate ... Mainly Remote, but must reside in CA * Reasonable billable hour expectations * Competitive health ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote civil rights attorney in the United States is $112,990.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Civil Rights Attorney job?

A Remote Civil Rights Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in civil rights law while working remotely. They handle cases involving discrimination, constitutional violations, and other related issues, often representing clients in legal proceedings or providing legal counsel. Utilizing digital tools, they conduct research, draft legal documents, and communicate with clients and courts without the need for a physical office. This role allows attorneys to work for law firms, nonprofit organizations, or as independent practitioners from various locations.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Civil Rights Attorneys, and how can they be managed?

Remote Civil Rights Attorneys often face challenges such as coordinating with clients and colleagues across different locations, maintaining secure client communications, and effectively managing case files digitally. To manage these challenges, attorneys frequently use encrypted communication tools, cloud-based document storage, and regular virtual meetings to stay connected and organized. It is also important to establish a structured daily routine and leverage project management software to track case progress. With the right tools and proactive communication, remote attorneys can provide robust legal representation and collaborate effectively with their teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Civil Rights Attorney position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Civil Rights Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, state bar admission, and a strong background in civil rights law, constitutional law, and litigation. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, secure document management platforms, and e-filing systems is essential. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, self-motivation, and meticulous attention to detail are crucial soft skills in a remote legal setting. These competencies ensure effective case management, strong client advocacy, and successful navigation of the unique challenges associated with remote legal work.

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Assistant Chief Counsel - Law Department, Civil Division

Assistant Chief Counsel - Law Department, Civil Division

Phoenix Police Department

Phoenix, AZ • On-site, Remote

$139K - $196K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

203rd of 692 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

ABOUT THIS POSITION
The Assistant Chief Counsel's work is performed in the Office of the City Attorney, in accordance with general policies of the City Council and City Manager and the accepted standards of the legal profession, including all applicable ethical rules.
This vacancy is in the Civil Division, supporting the Human Resources section. The Assistant Chief Counsel is responsible for managing a Section that provides legal advice to Human Resources, Retirement and Equal Opportunity Departments. The preferred candidate has experience with transactional work and management or supervision of staff. The Section Chief will supervise 6 to 7 attorneys in the Civil division and represent the departments. This position represents the City, its agents, and employees in all aspects of legal work related to those departments.
This position is expected to perform difficult professional and complex legal work, including revisions to the Phoenix City Code, client consultation to assist decision makers, and drafting legal analysis to assist managers and directors with a variety of issues. It will require attending public meetings or representing the City during administrative hearings or court proceedings. Understanding of state and federal civil rights laws, employee conduct, benefit programs, and labor law and labor negotiations is desired. This position reports directly to the Chief Assistant City Attorney or Chief Counsel but is expected to work independently in performing all assigned duties.
This position is eligible for up to 4 days a week of remote telework, with one in-office day per week for meeting with your section, implemented at the discretion of the City Attorney. Attorneys are expected to meet the needs of the City, including handling all court obligations, City Council or City management meetings, and other in-office obligations.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
  • The ideal candidate will possess significant knowledge of employment law and ADA as well as understanding municipal government; working with elected officials, and legal problem-solving in municipalities.

SALARY
$139,214.40 to $196,081.60 annually. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • The City contributes 9% of salary into 457/401(a) plans with no matching required. $4,200/annual car allowance and $1,440/annual cell phone allowance.

BENEFITS
A comprehensive Middle Manager benefits package is offered which includes:
  • Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
  • 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
  • Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
  • Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
  • Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
  • Dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Employer paid long-term disability
  • Free Bus/light rail pass
  • Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
  • Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
  • Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
  • Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
For more details, visit: Middle Manager Benefits .
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Four years of experience as a practicing civil attorney.
  • Graduation from an accredited school of law.
  • Admission to the State Bar of Arizona.
  • All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
  • Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
  • For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here .
  • The City job description can be found here .

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:
  • Experience managing legal and other professional personnel.
  • Experience communicating regularly with high level managers, department heads, and elected officials.
  • Drafting administrative regulations or other internal policies and procedures regarding employee conduct, benefits, or related matters.
  • Compliance experience with state and federal laws and regulations (AZ Civil Rights Act, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA), including IRS regulations and qualified plan or trust documents.
  • Understanding of state and federal civil rights laws, employee conduct, benefit programs, and labor law and labor negotiation.
  • Experience representing clients in administrative hearings.

RECRUITMENT DATES
Recruitment closes July 27, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.
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  • If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939 . You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form .

REFERENCE
Asst Chief Counsel (NC), JC:10210, ID# 62391, 07/10/2026, USM, JR, Benefits: Middle Manager
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