{"id":5691,"date":"2015-11-10T00:00:40","date_gmt":"2015-11-10T00:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/newsletters.asucollegeoflaw.com\/ilp\/?p=5691"},"modified":"2015-11-10T00:01:08","modified_gmt":"2015-11-10T00:01:08","slug":"job-opportunity-civil-rights-attorney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsletters.asucollegeoflaw.com\/ilp\/2015\/11\/10\/job-opportunity-civil-rights-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Opportunity – Civil Rights Attorney"},"content":{"rendered":"

Employer:<\/strong> Native American Disability Law Center
\nTitle:<\/strong> Civil Rights Attorney
\nDescription:<\/strong> The Law Center provides legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living on or near the Navajo & Hopi reservations. Our offices are located in Farmington and Gallup, New Mexico; however, we serve a broad area around the Four Corners Region of Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Attorneys represent clients in administrative hearings, and tribal, state and federal court actions with a focus on systemic change. Attorneys also work with tribal governments on legislation & policies effecting individuals with disabilities. Applicants must have a demonstrable interest in issues facing individuals with disabilities & a willingness to work with the community & non-attorney staff.<\/p>\n

The Law Center provides exciting opportunities to address issues of first impression & to develop law in Indian Country. The Law Center works closely with the Navajo & Hopi communities to develop law that protects the rights of Navajo & Hopis with disabilities.<\/p>\n

Admission to the Utah, Arizona, or New Mexico Bar is preferred. Because of high level of independence & responsibility, over 4 years of experience is also preferred. Willingness to take the next available state and tribal bar exam is required.<\/p>\n

Position Type:<\/strong> Attorney
\nDesired Class Level(s): <\/strong>Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp, Alum 7+ yrs exp
\n<\/span><\/span>Requested Documents via email:<\/strong><\/p>\n