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CIVIL RIGHTS LITIGATOR
Public interest law firm located in Gainesville, Florida, seeks civil rights litigator. Southern Legal Counsel litigates cases across Florida primarily in constitutional law, special education, disability law, LGBTQ rights, homeless advocacy, and governmental accountability. Future cases open to other areas of interest.
About Southern Legal Counsel (SLC)
Since 1977, SLC has stood up to state and local governments and others who have violated the constitutional, civil and human rights of Floridians. SLC’s charge is to ensure justice to those who have been wronged, access to those who have been denied, and opportunity for all types of populations. From its inception, SLC has fought to close abusive institutions, stop discriminatory and unconstitutional practices, and compel changes in laws and policies to strengthen the rights of children, people with disabilities, the LGBTQ community, people experiencing homelessness, and other individuals who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. For more information, visit www.southernlegal.org.
Job position
Legal Work:
Representation of indigent clients in education, health, public benefits, and housing cases
Litigation in federal and state courts and administrative hearings (including writing pleadings and briefs, conducting discovery and motion practice, handling hearings and trials, and arguing appeals) in individual and impact cases as lead or co-counsel
Policy advocacy to effect change in local and state government
Training, community education and outreach presentations
Collaboration with pro bono, public interest and legal aid attorneys
Other Activities Shared Office-wide:
Professional development
Professional networking, Bar-related activities
Assist with grant writing and fundraising activities
Develop and maintain relationships with pro bono attorneys
Supervise law student and undergraduate volunteers
Review intake
Provide material for website and social media
Qualifications
Excellent research, writing, communication and collaboration skills essential
Three years experience preferable; however, less experienced candidates with excellent qualifications will be considered
Courtroom experience preferable
Dedication to the public interest
Member of The Florida Bar, or admission within one year of hire
Ability to travel as needed
Full-time
Benefits
Starting salary for entry level attorney is $63,500 and increases based on years of experience.
Generous leave policy
Health, life & long-term disability insurance 100% employer-paid
Spouse or Dependent health insurance partial employer-paid
403(b) retirement available
Section 125 cafeteria plan available
Hybrid work environment: in person and remote flexibility
Application
Send resume, writing sample and references to legalsupport@southernlegal.org, with “Attorney Applicant” in subject line. Rolling deadline until position filled.
Non‑discrimination Statement
The benefits and services of Southern Legal Counsel are provided without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, disability, age, sex, political beliefs, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or family status. SLC is firmly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employee relations, including employment, salary administration, employee development, promotion and transfer.
BOOKKEEPER
Public interest law firm located in Gainesville, Florida, seeks bookkeeper to work under the direction of SLC’s Administrator. Southern Legal Counsel represents clients across Florida primarily in constitutional law, special education, disability law, LGBTQ rights, homeless advocacy, and governmental accountability.
About Southern Legal Counsel (SLC)
Since 1977, SLC has stood up to state and local governments and others who have violated the constitutional, civil and human rights of Floridians. SLC’s charge is to ensure justice to those who have been wronged, access to those who have been denied, and opportunity for all types of populations. From its inception, SLC has fought to close abusive institutions, stop discriminatory and unconstitutional practices, and compel changes in laws and policies to strengthen the rights of children, people with disabilities, the LGBTQ community, people experiencing homelessness, and other individuals who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. For more information, visit www.southernlegal.org.
Job position
Bookkeeper Duties:
Manage financial data
Check writing and coding in Quickbooks
Prepare financial reports
Prepare employee travel, postage and copy statements for reimbursement
Reconcile statements from bank and investment accounts
Process payroll
Input donor contributions into donor software
Prepare and make deposits
Log in checks received
Assist with preparation for audit
Other Activities Shared Office-wide:
Professional development
Assist with office tasks as needed
Assist with grant writing and fundraising activities
Qualifications
Excellent attention to detail
Competence with Quickbooks and Excel
Excellent work habits, e.g., punctuality and meeting deadlines
Full-time
Background check required prior to beginning employment
Benefits
Salary is $45,000
Generous leave policy
Health, life & long-term disability insurance 100% employer-paid
Spouse or Dependent health insurance partial employer-paid
403(b) retirement available
Section 125 cafeteria plan available
Hybrid work environment: primarily in person with some remote flexibility
Application
Send resume and references to legalsupport@southernlegal.org, with “Bookkeeper” in subject line. Rolling deadline until position filled.
Non‑discrimination Statement
The benefits and services of Southern Legal Counsel are provided without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, disability, age, sex, political beliefs, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or family status. SLC is firmly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employee relations, including employment, salary administration, employee development, promotion and transfer.