{"36":"yes","38":"Legal Services Corporation","39":"","40":"Abigail Liles","41":{"street":"3333 k St NW","street2":"","city":"Washington","state":"DC","zip":"20007","country":"United States"},"42":"jobs@lsc.gov","43":"https:\/\/www.lsc.gov\/","44":"Office of Legal Affairs","46":"2020-03-16","47":"2020-02-13","48":["Permanent Position - 3L"],"49":"individually","50":["cover","transcript"],"52":"no","53":"no","54":"no","55":"no","56":"no","57":"no","58":"","59":"\r\nThe Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is the country\u2019s single largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income Americans. Established in 1974, LSC operates as an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation that promotes equal access to justice and provides grants for high-quality civil legal assistance. LSC currently funds 132 independent, nonprofit legal aid organizations with nearly 800 offices throughout the nation. \r\n\r\nPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\r\n\r\nGraduate Law Fellows perform a broad variety of work including:\r\n\r\n\u2022\tLegal research and writing on myriad topics such as:\r\no\tInterpretation of federal statutes and regulations regarding appropriations, federal grants, and oversight of federally-funded legal services; \r\no\tNon-profit corporation legal issues; and\r\no\tFreedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Sunshine Act issues\r\n\u2022\tAssist with LSC\u2019s rulemaking; \r\n\u2022\tDraft and review contracts; \r\n\u2022\tAssist with access to justice and technology projects;\r\n\u2022\tAssist with special projects and task forces for the Board of Directors;\r\n\u2022\tDraft internal policies; and \r\n\u2022\tAssist with litigation and employment matters. \r\n\r\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\r\n\r\nA law degree from an accredited law school within the last year or by June 2020 with a strong academic record. Ideal candidates will have:\r\n\u2022\tExcellent legal research and writing skills;\r\n\u2022\tA strong commitment to LSC\u2019s mission;\r\n\u2022\tAn interest in public interest, government affairs, regulatory or administrative law;\r\n\u2022\tAn ability to take initiative, problem-solve, multi-task, and work independently;\r\n\u2022\tAn ability to work well with people and as a part of a team; \r\n\u2022\tAn ability to do outreach to external stakeholders and experts; and\r\n\u2022\tDemonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, manage a high-volume workload, pay close attention to detail, adapt quickly to changing work needs, and meet moving deadlines. \r\nSALARY AND BENEFITS:\r\n\r\nSalary: $56,854 \u2013 2020 graduate; $60,980 \u2013 2019 graduate\r\n\r\nThe Fellow is eligible to participate in LSC\u2019s medical plan, 403(b) thrift plan, and other employee benefits.\r\n________________________________________\r\nAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:\r\nTo apply, submit a complete application (provide ALL of the information requested and answer ALL of the questions) and attach a r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply directly on our website at: www.lsc.gov\/about-lsc\/careers \r\n\r\nQuestions can be sent to: jobs@lsc.gov\r\n\r\nNote: If reasonable accommodation in the application process is required, please notify OHR at 202-295-1560 or jobs@lsc.gov. \r\n\r\nDIVERSITY STATEMENT:\r\nLSC embraces diversity as a core value. We recognize that our success as a corporation depends on creating and maintaining a diverse team of talented professionals, and we are committed to a workplace that reflects and supports diverse individual backgrounds and perspectives. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination includes race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity\/expression, personal appearance, genetic information, political affiliation, marital status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, disability and status as a veteran, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws or regulation. We strive to have a workplace that is comfortable and welcoming for everyone. LSC is an equal opportunity employer.\r\n\r\n"}