Staff Attorney
Core
Lead the production of the Animal Law Digest and a new aquaculture publication while conducting legal research to improve animal treatment through the legal system.
Role type
Senior IC attorney (legal research & publication)
Builds
Legal publications (Animal Law Digest, aquaculture project)
Domain
Law (Animal Law, Policy, Environmental Law)
Required skills
Legal research, writing, editing, proofreading, project management, stakeholder partnership development, supervision of junior staff, knowledge of federal/state animal statutes and case law
Preferred skills
Experience in staff supervision, familiarity with civil procedure
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee and contribute to the production of the Animal Law Digest; track and analyze legislation, regulation, and litigation in animal law; create partnerships with academic institutions, think-tanks, and NGOs; coordinate research activities of assistants and fellows; develop project proposals
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship duties
