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Please note: Touro Law Center maintains this job posting website as a service to our students, alumni, and employers. In providing this service, Touro makes no representations or endorsements concerning the opportunities posted or the organizations that post them. Based on the foregoing, it is expected and advised that prospective applicants independently research the employers and opportunities presented as part of the job search process.

IMPORTANT

On January 2, 2008, all new job listings will be posted on our new software system, JACOB, powered by Symplicity, Inc. Jobs listed prior to January 2 will remain on this job board. Accordingly, during this time when we fully transition to JACOB, you should check both this site and our new system.

To access JACOB, go here: https://law-touro-csm.symplicity.com/students

Click on the “Register” link to register for a new account. Once you complete the initial registration form, the system will send you an email to confirm the email address you provided. After that step, you will receive another email confirming your registration.

Log on to JACOB using the ID (your email address) and Password (which you can change once you have logged in) provided to you. Feel free to explore the system’s various features, particularly the “Jobs and Resume Collection” link at the top of the screen. There, you can search for jobs.

In addition, please be sure to check in on CSO’s blog (http://tourolawcso.blogspot.com) from time to time. We should soon have a quick tipsheet for JACOB available under “CSO Resource Materials.”

Finally, if you have any questions about JACOB or CSO, please feel free to contact us at (631) 761-7030.

On-line Intercollegiate Jobbank: (Note: REVISION SEPTEMBER 2007 username, password and link) Brigham Young University Law School (BYU) has created a web based newsletter that consists of job newsletters from law schools around the country. Since Touro is participating in the intercollegiate jobbank, the website is available to our alumni. The jobbank website is: https://www.law2.byu.edu/Career_Services/jobbank/ click on "Intercollegiate Jobbank" and it will ask for a username and password. The username is: lawschool. The password is: students. (Please note: CSO also has its own Intercollegiate Job Exchange on the CSO Alumni website.)

12/4 New York, NY. FINRA, created through the consolidation of NASD (National Association of Securities Dealers) and the member regulation, enforcement, and arbitration functions of the New York Stock Exchange, is currently seeking talented individuals for a Counsel 1 position in its New York City location. The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the largest non-governmental regulator for all securities firms doing business in the United States and is dedicated to investor protection and market integrity through effective and efficient regulation and complementary compliance and technology-based services. Responsibilities include: Advise and participate in examination and surveillance reviews and complex investigations conducted by the Department pertaining to the trading and market making, and sales practice violations by member firms and associated persons including the gathering of documentation evidence and the analysis thereof. Counsel will assist in drafting memoranda summarizing examinations and investigative results, analyzing applicable law and reviewing evidence to determine legal sufficiency with respect to suspected violations. In addition, counsel will draft complaints, letters of acceptance, waiver and consent and other legal documents including motions, responses thereto and litigate appellate proceedings before the National Adjudicatory Counsel. Participate in the preparation of hearing exhibits. Conduct settlement and related discussions with respondents and their attorneys and review or prepare Offers of Settlements. Requirements include: Law degree and a minimum of five – seven years relevant legal experience in a regulatory or legal environment with current working knowledge of the federal securities laws, particularly the Securities Exchange of 1934. Admission to the bar of highest court of the District of Columbia or state. Excellent oral and written communication and litigation skills, and interpersonal skills. Experience with law enforcement or regulatory organization is a plus. FINRA offers a competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits. For more information about FINRA, visit their website at www.finra.org. Interested candidates should apply through the company website only. Submit a resume through http://www.finra.org/careers. On website, locate this New York City position as “Counsel I – New York, NY Requisition ID 862.”

On-going TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY COMPANY has many opportunities for lawyers across the country in various business and corporate areas. Staff Attorneys represent individual and business policyholders, in a wide variety of litigation matters. There are more than 500 attorneys in 53 offices throughout the U.S., handling cases from inception through trial, as well as appeals. Cases include automobile, general liability, construction, construction defect, subrogation, product liability, and workers’ compensation. Claim Coverage Counsel Attorneys provide an array of services including analysis of first and third party coverage issues, litigation of coverage disputes, Examinations Under Oath, training, drafting and review of policy language and assistance with regulatory and compliance matters. Corporate positions require specialties in areas including employment law, contract negotiation, electronic commerce and compliance. Travelers is an equal employment opportunity employer and invites culturally diverse applicants to join their Company. For further information about current openings, visit their website at www.travelers.com and select Careers. For the Staff Counsel and Claim Coverage Counsel opportunities, send an e-mail to diversity@travelers.com and put “Claim Counsel” in the subject line.

12/31 * Post-graduate Fellowship. PRIDE LAW FUND – TOM STEEL POST GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP. The Tom Steel Post-Graduate Fellowship is to fund a new lawyer each year to work in the United States on an innovative, public interest law project that serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered community. The Fellowship will help ensure that unmet legal needs are recognized and prioritized on an on-going basis, and that the next generation of legal advocates for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered community develops the critical skills necessary to secure civil rights into the future. Factors considered in awarding grants include: the need for the project (how under-served the issue/community is); the anticipated impact of the project; the organization and structure of the proposal; the stability and supportiveness of the sponsoring organizations or attorney; the applicant’s past community or public service activities; the applicant’s connection and involvement with the LGBT community. Applicants must be either a student eligible to graduate in the Spring 2008 semester or a lawyer within three years of their graduation from law school. A full-time grant of up to $35,000 will be awarded each year, for an individual to complete full-time work for twelve months. Interested applicants should go to www.pridelawfund.org (click on Steel Fellowship) for information on the timeline, selection process and how to apply for the fellowship. * DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposals must be postmarked or emailed by March 1, 2008.

12/5 Mineola, NY. OFFICE OF THE NASSAU COUNTY ATTORNEY has the following positions available for experienced attorneys: 1) Litigator for §1983 and Title VII work; minimum 3 years. State and federal court experience required. 2) Trial attorney for torts bureau; minimum 3 years trial experience required. 3) Experienced attorney for litigation bureau to draft motions and make court appearances; minimum 2 years experience required. Salary for these positions is based on experience. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Meredith Feinman, Chief Executive Deputy County Attorney, Nassau County Attorney, 1 West St., Mineola, NY 11501. For more information about the County Attorney’s Office, please go to http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/official/county/agencies/CountyAttorney.

11/30 New York, NY. Large public-sector pension fund seeks a transactional attorney for its New York City office to handle a wide range of private-investment matters. The ideal candidate will have three plus years of experience with private, pooled investments. Candidates must be admitted to the New York State bar. Some knowledge of corporate, partnership, bankruptcy and securities law required. Knowledge of real estate, tax and ERISA law would be helpful. Position offers the opportunity to work on large transactions and yet maintain a reasonable work schedule. Interested candidates should send a brief cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements to recruit@osc.state.us.ny. Please put in subject line: “LegalTouro08”. Equal opportunity employer, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

10/29 New York, NY. NEW YORK CITY ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S SERVICES (ACS) is seeking outstanding candidates for Agency Attorney and Agency Attorney Intern positions. Attorney’s represent the Agency in neglect and abuse cases, permanency hearings, termination of parental rights, and other child welfare proceedings in Family Court. Attorneys work collaboratively with case workers and other child welfare stakeholders to further the Agency’s mission on behalf of children and families. Attorneys are assigned to one of the five NYC boroughs. Candidates applying for the Agency Attorney Intern positions must have graduated from an accredited United States Law School. Candidates applying for the Agency Attorney Level I and II positions must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and possess one year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar. Each title offers a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates should visit their website and submit a cover letter and resume directly online at www.nyc.gov/acs. Select the “Work for `ACS” link and apply to one of the following Job Vacancy Notices (JVN): Agency Attorney Intern – JVN: 067-08-0009C – Salary Range: $48,523 to $58,914; Agency Attorney Level I – JVN: 067-08-0004C – Salary Range: $49,169 to $75,063; Agency Attorney Level II – JVN: 067-08-0005C – Salary Range: $55,542 to $83,235.

10/23 New York, NY. NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT has unique opportunities for qualified attorneys and attorney internes to work in the Legal Bureau. The Legal Bureau’s Civil Unit serves as the in house counsel to the New York City Police Department and provides advice to the Department on all civil legal issues, including personnel, ethics, and conflicts of interest matters. The staff renders advisory opinions that help define Department policies and procedures and provides counsel to Department executives on a wide range of sensitive and significant issues. Attorneys litigate cases before the CSC, EEOC, SDHR, and CCHR and also defend the Department in cases brought pursuant to the freedom of information law. They also assist the Corporation Counsel with defending civil rights, employment, tort, and other litigation claims brought against the Department and review and advise Department executives on contract issues. Qualification Requirements: Agency Attorneys – Admission to the New York State Bar, and one to five years of satisfactory United States Legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar. Salary (plus benefits) – starting with $49,169 – no prior city service, $56,544 – 2+ years city service. Agency Attorney Internes – Candidates who are new graduates awaiting admission to the New York State Bar will be considered. Salary (plus benefits) – starting with $48,523 – no prior city service, $55,801 – 2+ years city service. All candidates must have excellent research and writing skills. NYC residency required within 90 days following appointment. All applicants will be subject to fingerprinting and background investigation. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample to Attn: Deborah Mitchell, New York City Police Department, Employment Section, One Police Plaza – Room 1014, New York, NY 10038.

On-going. NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL SERVICE – Applications accepted continuously for legal careers in New York State Government. Minimum Qualifications: As of the date of filing applications, you must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or JD degree; or, if you are in your senior year at an accredited law school, you may apply within two months of the date of your anticipated graduation. Processing fee is $35. Go to: www.cs.state.ny.us.

On-going. Trenton, NJ. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. For full-time employment opportunities, visit its web site at: www.state.nj.us/judiciary

On-going. Washington, DC - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE has opportunities in the OFFICE OF CIVIL SERVICE and the FOREIGN SERVICE. For detailed information and deadline dates, you can access the Internet at: http://www.state.gov

On-going. Olympia, WA. ATTORNEY GENERAL OF WASHINGTON hires attorneys throughout the year as positions become available. Attorney applications can be obtained by contacting Linda Payne at (360) 407-0397.

On-going. Rocky Hill, CT – STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE, Office of the Chief State’s Attorney. The Division of Criminal Justice is using the Internet to post vacancies. Visit their web site: www.state.ct.us/csao/

Graduates applying for federal clerkships should consult the following web sites as part of their overall clerkship preparation process.

4/24 Clerkships. Albany/New York State. STATE OF NEW YORK COURT OF APPEALS offers two types of clerkship opportunities, the first as a clerk with the Courts Central Legal Research Staff, and the second as a personal clerk to a Judge of the Court.

Central Legal Research Staff: The Court hires approximately five or six attorneys for two-year clerkships, beginning in August 2008. Central Staff clerks work in the Courthouse in Albany and prepare reports on appeals and motions for leave to appeal under the direction of the Chief Court Attorney and Deputy Chief Court Attorney. Central Staff clerks also work on research projects as requested by the Judges or the Clerk of the Court. Applications should be filed between July 1^st and September 15^th prior to the year in which employment is sought, and should be addressed to: Mr. Paul McGrath, Chief Court Attorney, Central Legal Research Staff, Court of Appeals, 20 Eagle Hall, Albany, NY 12207-1095. Telephone: 518-455-7757. Under a recently revised policy, the application packet for a Central Staff clerkship must contain a current resume, an unofficial copy of the law school transcript, and a writing sample (unedited, applicant’s own work). Applicants are also encouraged, but not required, to submit two letters of recommendation from law school professors in their initial application package (if applicant has been practicing law following receipt of a J.D. degree, letters from legal employers may be substituted). Applicants who do not submit letters or recommendation in their initial package will be required to bring them to Court, along with unofficial undergraduate and any other graduate school transcripts, if selected for an interview. Interviews with prospective candidates are conducted from August through November in the year preceding the commencement of the clerkship. Clerkship offers are usually made by December 1^st. Application Deadline: September 15^th, 2007.

Personal Law Clerks: Judges of the Court also employ personal law clerks. Each Judge’s clerk works with the Judge in home chambers and attends Court sessions in Albany approximately 50 days per year. Each Judge hires his or her own clerks and sets his or her own deadlines and requirements for applications. Candidates interested in this type of clerkship should contact directly the Judge or Judges for whom they are interested in working. The names of Judges on the Court of Appeals are available in the CSO as well as at www.courts.state.ny.us/ctapps. (Please be advised that not all of the Judges hire clerks on a rotating or regular basis. Applicants should call Lisa Cleary at 518- 455-7757 for information about which Judges will have openings in the near future before applying to the individual Judges.)

Starting salary for both Judges’ and Central Staff clerks will be over $66,000 per year plus State employment benefits. Judge’s clerks who must travel also receive a travel and meal allowance while attending Court sessions in Albany. For additional information visit the Court’s website at: www.courts.state.ny.us/ctapps.

Assistant Appellate Court Attorney. JG-23 This position receives on-the-job instruction in researching and analyzing legal issues and questions for the court. Qualifications are graduation from an accredited law school with an exceptional record of academic achievement, graduating in the top 10% of the class, or graduating cum laude or magna cum laude and admission to the New York State Bar within 18 months of appointment. Salary is $50,104 and location pay of $1,100.

Appellate Court Attorney. JG-26 Responsibilities are researching and analyzing legal issues and questions for the court and perform other related duties. Qualification is admission to the New York State Bar. Salary is $59,002 and location pay of $1,100.

Senior Appellate Court Attorney. JG-28 Qualifications are admission to the New York State Bar and two years of service in the Appellate Court Attorney Title or equivalent legal experience. Responsibilities are researching and analyzing complex legal issues and questions for the court. Salary is $65,821 and location pay of $1,100.

Principal Appellate Court Attorney. JG-31 Responsibilities are assisting Chief Appellate Court Attorneys in the Appellate Divisions and Appellate Terms with the supervision and administration of their legal departments. Salary: $77,339 and location pay of $1,100.

Assignments for all positions are researching and analyzing legal questions and issues; preparing preliminary reports and confidential memoranda, reviewing draft decisions and checking for accuracy of citations and conformance with the record on appeal and maintaining records and monitoring the progress of cases.

All positions require knowledge of the law and trial procedures; ability to organize, analyze and interpret legal issues, ability to write clear and concise prose, ability to communicate clearly and succinctly and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. If interested, please submit resume to: Appellate Division, 2^nd Department, 45 Monroe Place, Brooklyn, New York 11201. Attention: James Edward Pelzer, Clerk of the Court. Applications Accepted on an Ongoing Basis

On-going New York, NY - APPELLATE DIVISION, FIRST DEPARTMENT – Court Attorney Positions - Graduating students can apply throughout the year. Send resume and cover letter to: Catherine O’Hagan Wolfe, The Clerk of the Court, Appellate Division, First Department, 27 Madison Avenue and 25^th Street, New York, NY 10010.

(The New York Law Journal contains numerous resources, including classified ads and law firm profiles. For this valuable resource go to www.nylj.com.)

12/13 Garden City, NY. EHRLICH, FRAZER & FELDMAN is seeking an associate to join its 10-attorney firm that specializes in Education Law, Special Education Law, School Law, Municipal Law and Public Sector Labor Relations matters. Candidate should have experience either negotiating collective bargaining agreements in the public sector or representing clients in construction matters such as negotiating and litigating architect’s agreements, constructions manager’s agreements and related matters, or in special education matters, including familiarity with IDEA and handling impartial hearings. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Position is available immediately. Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Jacob S. Feldman, Esq., Ehrlich, Frazer & Feldman, 1415 Kellum Place, Garden City, NY 11530 at jsfeldman@efflaw.com.

12/18 Per diem attorney. Bohemia, NY. MELISSA A. CASTRO, P.C. is seeking a New York Bar admitted attorney for per diem appearances in Nassau and/or Suffolk counties. Most cases are debt collection arbitrations, trials and motions appearances. Experience preferred, but not required. Salary is $75 per hour, per appearance. Position available immediately. Please fax a resume to Melissa Castro, P.C., 606 Johnson Avenue, Suite 1, Bohemia, NY 11716 at 631-218-0700.

12/18 Nesconset, NY. ANES, LEVENTHAL & SNYDER, PLLC is seeking a newly admitted attorney to handle civil files. Responsibilities will include appearing at court proceedings including conferences, arbitrations and trials. Experience not necessary; firm is willing to train. Potential future partnership with this small established firm. Salary to be discussed. Position commences January 1, 2008. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume to Ronald Snyder, Esq., Anes, Leventhal & Snyder, PLLC, 266 Smithtown Boulevard, Nesconset, NY 11767 at Ronss@newyorkcollectionlaw.com. Firm’s website: www.suffolkcountylaw.com.

12/6 Medford, NY. JACOBY AND JACOBY, P.C. seeks an Associate Attorney to join its eight-attorney general practice. Candidate should have three plus years of general practice experience including personal injury and criminal law emphasis. Competitive salary and benefits included. Position commences immediately. Salary is negotiable. Interested candidates should fax a cover letter and resume to Jacoby and Jacoby, P.C., 1737 North Ocean Avenue, Medford, NY 11763. Fax: 631-654-5095.

12/4 Staten Island, NY. KUHN AND O’TOOLE, LLP, a six-attorney firm specializing in trusts and estates, elder law and business and family planning matters, seeks a current or recent graduate, preferably a Staten Island or Brooklyn resident, for an Associate position. Firm has an excellent reputation and offers a superior working environment and promising long term potential for its associates. This position is ideal for an excellent student who would prefer an intimate environment with early direct client contact rather than the large firm track. Salary is open. Position commences on January 1, 2008. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume to Daniel Kuhn, Esq., Kuhn and O’Toole, LLP, One Edgewater Plaza, Suite 206, Staten Island, NY 10305 at info@kuhn-otoole.com. Application Deadline: February 29, 2008. Firm’s website: www.kuhn-otoole.com.

12/13 WILSON, ELSER, MOSKOWITZ, EDELMAN & DICKER, LLP is a full service law firm of over 800 lawyers servicing clients in the United States, Europe and Asia. Domestically, the firm ranks among the American Lawyer 100 and the National Law Journal’s Top 50 law firms. (Visit their web site at www.wilsonelser.com). Wilson Elser has offices in 20 major U.S. cities. Using cutting edge technology, a consultative approach and a collaborative team framework, Wilson Elser delivers the quality legal results to its clients. If you have the desire to work at Wilson Elser in one of the following jobs posted, please send a resume and cover letter with current and prior salary history in confidence to recruiter@wilsonelser.com.

12/13 White Plains Intellectual Property Associate Attorney – Candidate must be a self-motivated, intelligent, entrepreneurial and team-oriented individual. Qualifications include: JD from an accredited Law School, admitted to practice in the state of New York; excellent written and oral communication skills; and two to four years of substantial Intellectual Property experience, including trademark registration and litigation. Please indicate "WP IP Attorney" in the subject line of your email.

12/13 Boston, MA Associate Attorney – Candidate must be a self-motivated, intelligent, entrepreneurial and team-oriented individual. Qualifications include: JD from an accredited Law School, admitted to practice in the state of Massachusetts. Admission in Rhode Island is a plus. Candidate should possess excellent academic credentials and superior written and oral communication skills; three plus years of substantial experience in Professional Liability, Products Liability, Employment and/or General Liability Litigation. Please indicate "Boston Associate" in the subject line of your email.

11/15 New York, NY. Firm seeking a per diem attorney for various court appearances. Candidate must have some experience appearing in court, and must speak English well. Work is available in all five boroughs, as well as Long Island. Areas include: traffic, landlord/tenant, personal injury, matrimonial, etc. Pay is $75 per appearance. Interested candidates should call Hayley at 516-887-1975. Be prepared to send a resume after phone inquiry. (CSO posting #1113GM)

12/6 People’s Republic of China. LEHMAN, LEE & XU, one of the oldest and largest law firms in the People’s Republic of China, is interested in working with new graduates who are interested in international law in general, and Chinese law in particular. Lehman, Lee & Xu was established in 1992 by a group of Chinese lawyers committed to developing excellence in the practice of law and to the founding of modern law practices in China. Today, they have seven offices China-wide and two branch offices in Hong Kong and Macau, as well as one liaison office in Chicago, IL, with more than 250 lawyers, patent and trademark attorneys and legal assistants providing a full range of legal services to meet the diverse need of their clients worldwide. Students or graduates interested in working with China’s leading corporate and commercial law firm should e-mail a cover letter and resume to Edward E. Lehman, Managing Director at Lehman, Lee & Xu. E-mail: kzong@lehmanlaw.com. For more information, visit their website at www.lehmanlaw.com.

12/31 New York, NY. GREENSTEIN & MILBAUER, LLP is seeking an attorney with one year personal injury experience to join this congenial firm in its new office suite located on 125^th Street and Park Avenue (next to Metro North train station). Responsibilities will include court appearances, depositions, drafting and motion practice. Medical benefits and incentives included. Interested candidates should fax or e-mail a cover letter and resume to Robert J. Greenstein, Esq., Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP, 1825 Park Avenue, 9^th Floor, New York, NY 10035. E-mail: RGreenstein@nycLAWFRIM.com. Fax: 212-297-0504.

12/31 Ronkonkoma, NY. GRUENBERG & KELLY, PC is seeking an Entry Level Attorney to join its five-attorney firm that specializes in plaintiff’s personal injury litigation. Candidate must possess excellent research and writing skills and have graduated in the top 25% of his or her class. Must be recently admitted or have taken the July 2007 Bar Exam. Salary is $35,000 per year plus benefits and 401K. Position is available immediately. Interested candidates should fax or e-mail a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Sean Kelly, Esq., Gruenberg & Kelly, PC, 3275 Veterans Highway, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. Fax: 631-738-1129. E-mail: seanesq@msn.com.

On-going. Salzburg, Austria – CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL LEGAL STUDIES is seeking law school graduates for short and long-term training posts with law firms in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North and South America. Several months as an intern in a foreign law firm could be a challenging opportunity to develop your skills in the international business law sector. Center for International Legal Studies, P.O. Box 19, A 5033 Salzburg, Austria. Phone (662) 835399 – U.S. Fax: (509) 356-0077. For more information, visit their Web site: http://www.cils.org E-mail: cils@cils.org

12/19 Newark, NJ. NEWARK REENTRY LEGAL SERVICES (ReLeSe) NETWORK has an opening for a Managing Attorney position. Candidate must be admitted to practice in New Jersey, have at least three years litigation experience, and a proven commitment to the needs of the indigent. Position located in the Newark office of a major New Jersey law firm. The ReLeSe Network is a project designed to help formerly incarcerated individuals address civil legal matters that are barriers to successful community reintegration. Organized through a collaboration among Newark Mayor Cory Booker’s Office, Seton Hall and Rutgers Law Schools, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice, Legal Services of New Jersey, Essex-Newark Legal Services, the Newark Alliance, and the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, ReLeSe matches clients with volunteer attorneys to handle issues most commonly encountered by recently incarcerated individuals but not handled by existing legal services programs. Referrals to the program are made by local service providers that work with the reentry population as well as by Newark City Hall and the Newark Municipal Court. All assistance is provided free of charge. ReLeSe began as a pilot project in May 2007 relying solely on volunteer assistance. Recently, ReLeSe secured a grant from the New Jersey State Bar Foundation to hire its first Managing Attorney. General Duties include: Manage the ReLeSe program including volunteer recruitment, training, recognition and retention; fundraising; program development and management; and community outreach. Work closely with the ReLeSe Steering Committee, the governing body of ReLeSe, to further develop program policies and procedures. Qualifications include: the ability to interact with low-income clients; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people; ability to manage support staff and legal interns; ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines; proficiency with MS Word, database programs, Excel, and Outlook. Criminal law experience preferred; Spanish speaking preferred; experience in program planning, management, and evaluation preferred; and experience in volunteer recruitment, training, and management preferred. Salary is in the $60 to 70K range, plus benefits. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and contact for two references to ReLeSe Attorney Search, via fax at (973) 645-1954 or via email at vlj@vljnj.org.

12/18 New York, NY. CHILDREN’S RIGHT’S, a national children's civil rights organization based in New York City, seeks a mid-level attorney to play an active role in class action litigation on behalf of abused and neglected children throughout the country. The organization uses the power of the courts at both the federal and state levels to force systemic reform of failing child welfare systems through injunctive relief-- and remains involved in these cases post-judgment to ensure the enforcement of court orders obtained through either trial or settlement. Children's Rights attorneys work with local advocates in targeted jurisdictions, investigating failing systems, conducting extensive discovery, and shaping cases for trial. Most of the lawsuits settle, usually on the eve of trial, but litigation is sometimes renewed post-judgment in the context of enforcement proceedings. A great deal of complex motion practice is involved, as is extensive negotiation with defendants, usually in the context of settlement and enforcement activities. Children's Rights is currently expanding its program and seeks a dedicated and energetic mid-level attorney interested in developing his or her legal skills under high-quality supervision, and developing professionally to the point where he or she can lead complex class action litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of active litigation experience and will become an active member of Children's Rights legal team, often working in conjunction with pro bono big-firm co-counsel and local advocates and experts. This attorney must possess outstanding litigation and writing skills, demonstrate strategic judgment, and be interested in the broader aspects of systemic reform.. The successful candidate will be expected not only to perform at the highest level of practice, but also to take advantage of the opportunities offered to develop him or herself professionally. Preference will be given to applicants experienced in complex class action litigation and with federal court experience. Knowledge of children’s issues or social service systems is a plus, but is not required. Travel is required. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and one recent writing sample (preferably including discussion of a constitutional or federal court issue) to: Children's Rights, 330 Seventh Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attn: HR. Or submit materials via e-mail to: HR@childrensrights.org. Please include Attorney in the subject line or it will be misrouted. No application will be considered without a writing sample. No phone calls, please.

12/17 Syracuse, NY. LEGAL SERVICES OF CENTRAL NEW YORK, INC. (LSCNY) is seeking a Director of Advocacy. Legal Services of Central New York (LSCNY) is a partner in the Justice Alliance of Central New York. The Justice Alliance of Central New York was formed in 2004 following a reconfiguration of delivery of civil legal services in 13 counties in the center of New York. LSCNY does not accept funding from the federal Legal Services Corporation (LSC), therefore, they are not subject to LSC restrictions on advocacy. Their partner, the Legal Aid Society of Mid New York (LASMNY), is funded by LSC. LSCNY accepts referrals of restricted cases from LASMNY. For example, LSCNY has been involved in four class actions since reconfiguration and routinely bring actions in federal court where attorneys’ fees are awarded. LSCNY is a recognized leader in providing representation to persons with disabilities in legal matters that relate to disability. LSCNY engages in litigation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. LSCNY also administers the 5^th Judicial District Pro Bono Action Now Program, the first court funded program in the state. The Director of Advocacy is responsible for supervising litigation, training, overseeing development of program advocates, hiring and evaluating advocates, initiating major advocacy, co-counseling with other advocates and advocating before legislative and administrative bodies. Under contract with LASMNY, the Director of Advocacy provides similar services to its staff. Candidates must be admitted or eligible for admission to the New York State bar. Preferred candidates would have ten or more years of experience in both federal and state courts and preferably have prior legal services or public interest experience. Legislative advocacy experience would be a plus. Salary is dependent on experience, including liberal benefits. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references to: Dennis A. Kaufman, Executive Director, Legal Services of Central New York, Inc., 472 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York 13202. Application Deadline: January 18, 2008 or when filled.

11/21 Part-time Bilingual Immigration Attorney. Hempstead, NY. NASSAU COUNTY COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE is seeking a Bilingual Staff Attorney who will be responsible for providing high-quality legal representation to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault on immigrant women’s rights law (including family, benefits, trafficking) and advocacy. This position requires knowledge of immigration options for immigrant victims. The part-time immigration attorney will work as part of the legal services team, assisting advocates, counselors, and other legal services attorneys. The position entails extensive advocacy and litigation, including motion practice and trials, providing technical assistance and training to attorneys, advocates and justice system personnel. In addition to individual case representation, the staff attorney will be required to provide information to litigants, conduct community outreach, public and professional education and trainings, and participate in legislative and policy initiatives. The attorney will also collect, report and maintain statistical records. Responsibilities include providing legal representation and advocacy to non-citizen victims of domestic violence before the Citizenship and Immigration Services on a variety of legal matters including Violence Against Women Act Self Petitions, Spouse Waivers, Adjustment of Status applications, U and T visas; drafting pleadings; legal research and writing in the context of drafting materials and memorandums of law; public speaking; and supervising volunteer and pro bono attorneys and student interns. Applicants must be admitted to the New York State Bar and must have at least three (3) years experience working directly with immigrant women on immigrant victims’ legal rights issues. Requirements include: knowledge of immigrant women’s rights and violence against women (domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking); and ability to write and speak persuasively; an ability to perform creative legal research and advocacy; a commitment to feminism; a commitment to collaborative cross cultural work; and the ability to work well with people in diverse settings. Proficiency in a second language is a must (Spanish preferred). Applicants who are immigrants, people of color or from diverse communities and encouraged to apply. An extensive understanding of crime victimization and resulting trauma, knowledge of victims’ rights and remedies, and cultural sensitivity and diversity are also required. This is a part-time position with excellent health, pension and vacation benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and competitive with other public interest advocacy organizations. Position is available immediately. Interested candidates should mail, fax or e-mail a cover letter, resume and written references to Lois Schwaeber, Esq., Director of Legal Services, Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 250 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. E-mail: lschwaeber@cadvnc.org. Fax: 516-572-0715. For information about the NCCADV go to www.cadvnc.org.

11/21 Bilingual Matrimonial Attorney. Hempstead, NY. NASSAU COUNTY COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE is seeking a Bilingual Staff Attorney (Spanish speaking) who will be responsible for providing high quality, comprehensive legal representation to low-income and indigent domestic violence victims in matrimonial, family offense, child custody/visitation, PINS and paternity proceedings. The position entails extensive advocacy and litigation, including motion practice and trials, in Family Court and Supreme Court. In addition to individual case representation, the staff attorney will be required to provide information to litigants, conduct community outreach, public and professional education and trainings, and participate in legislative and policy initiatives. The attorney will also collect, report and maintain statistical records. Applicants must be admitted to the New York State Bar, have at least two (2) years matrimonial experience, Family Court or other litigation experience and a strong commitment to working with domestic violence victims. Applicants must have excellent public speaking skills, research, writing and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work independently and under pressure. An extensive understanding of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, crime victimization and resulting trauma, knowledge of victims’ rights and remedies, and cultural sensitivity and diversity is also required. Domestic Violence experience is strongly preferred. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience plus an excellent benefits package. Position is available immediately. Interested candidates should mail, fax or e-mail a cover letter, resume and written references to Lois Schwaeber, Esq., Director of Legal Services, Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 250 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. Fax: 516-572-0715. E-mail: lschwaeber@cadvnc.org. For information about the NCCADV go to www.cadvnc.org.

11/21 Bilingual Matrimonial Immigration Attorney. Hempstead, NY. NASSAU COUNTY COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE is seeking a Bilingual Staff Attorney (Spanish speaking) who will be responsible for providing high quality, comprehensive legal representation to low-income and indigent domestic violence victims in matrimonial, immigration, family offense, child custody/visitation, PINS and paternity proceedings. The position entails extensive advocacy and litigation, including motion practice and trials, in Family Court and Supreme Court. Responsibilities include providing legal representation and advocacy to non-citizen victims of domestic violence before the Citizenship and Immigration Services on a variety of legal matters including Violence Against Women Act Self Petitions, Spouse Waivers, Adjustment of Status applications, U and T visas; drafting pleadings; legal research and writing in the context of drafting materials and memorandums of law; public speaking; and supervising volunteer and pro bono attorneys and student interns. Requirements include: knowledge of immigrant women’s rights and violence against women (domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking); and ability to write and speak persuasively; an ability to perform creative legal research and advocacy. In addition to individual case representation, the staff attorney will be required to provide information to litigants, conduct community outreach, public and professional education and trainings, and participate in legislative and policy initiatives. The attorney will also collect, report and maintain statistical records. Applicants must be admitted to the New York State Bar, have at least two (2) years matrimonial experience, Family Court or other litigation experience and a strong commitment to working with domestic violence victims. Applicants must have excellent public speaking skills, research, writing and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work independently and under pressure. An extensive understanding of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, crime victimization and resulting trauma, knowledge of victims’ rights and remedies, and cultural sensitivity and diversity is also required. Domestic Violence experience is strongly preferred. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience plus an excellent benefits package. Position is available immediately. Interested candidates should mail, fax or e-mail a cover letter, resume and written references to Lois Schwaeber, Esq., Director of Legal Services, Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 250 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. Fax: 516-572-0715. E-mail: lschwaeber@cadvnc.org. For information about the NCCADV go to www.cadvnc.org.

Ongoing AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION (ACLU) has opportunities for law school graduates of color who are interested in careers in public interest law, particularly in civil liberties and civil rights. Based upon the current composition of the national legal staff, a concentrated effort at outreach to African-American, Latino, and Native-American attorneys is being made. Candidates are encouraged to visit the ACLU website at www.aclu.org for information about fellowships or permanent attorney opportunities, or contact Mr. Reginald T. Shuford, Attorneys of Color Recruitment and Retention Officer, American Civil Liberties Union Foundation, Legal Department, 125 Broad Street, 18^th Floor, New York, NY 10004-2400. Phone: 212-549-2500.

On-going AmeriCorps*VISTA opportunities. Washington, DC. Information regarding opportunities through the Equal Justice Works and the AmeriCorps*VISTA Attorney positions is available at: www.equaljusticeworks.org

9/11 Melville, NY. Two offices and a secretarial station available for rent at a Melville law office. Use of conference room, copy room, and kitchen included. Please contact Frank at 631-539-0375.