STAFF ATTORNEY POSITION

The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights, a nationally recognized, California-based citizen advocacy group, deploys an in-house team of public interest attorneys, policy experts, and grassroots activists to advance and protect the interests of consumers and taxpayers. Our work, which is spotlighted daily in the national and local media, includes advocating before the courts, regulatory agencies, and the Legislature in the areas of corporate accountability, health care reform, insurance reform, consumer privacy, legal system reform, and other state and federal matters. To read more about our achievements, visit our website at www.consumerwatchdog.org/legal.

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IMMEDIATELY – Open Until Filled Santa Monica, California

DESCRIPTION:

FTCR’s Litigation Project staff attorneys represent consumers in high-profile litigation before administrative agencies and in court on all of FTCR’s core issues; are responsible for their own case-load from the investigation stage through final resolution; tackle complex legal issues on a daily basis; and have the opportunity to work in concert with other top public interest attorneys in the state. This is a full-time position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates ideally will possess 2-3 years litigation experience, preferably in public interest or a similar organization, a demonstrated commitment to public interest law, and a strong interest in consumer advocacy issues. Recent top law school grads with the necessary public interest commitment and extremely strong written and verbal persuasive communication skills will also be considered. Computer research and word processing skills are required. Must be able to work independently and willing to dive into uncharted territory.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary is competitive with other similar public interest organizations and the experience level sought; employer-paid health plan and life insurance are provided after three months employment; FTCR also offers a retirement savings plan.

CONTACT: E-mail your resume with a cover letter explaining your interest in FTCR and why you think you are qualified for this position and a 5-10 page legal writing sample to Pam Pressley at pam@consumerwatchdog.org, or fax to her attention at 310-392-8874.