Director Of Litigation

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Director of Litigation

The candidate will work closely with the President, senior staff, Board, and other relevant parts of the firm to ensure that the Litigation department’s work is strategically aligned with the organization’s priorities and goals. Provide vision and leadership to identify and bring high-leverage lawsuits to advance the firm’s mission through class action litigation. Use litigation to stop unfair or deceptive marketing practices. Bring lawsuits against federal agencies over violations of the Administrative Procedure Act, including challenges for failing to respond to petitions, failing to issue rules in a timely manner or making illegal decisions. File occasional amicus briefs, in consultation with the President, Policy department, and other relevant programs of the firm. Seek to interest other law firms, state attorneys general, and other public interest organizations in initiating litigation on problematic food and nutrition practices and products. Serve as co-lead or lead counsel on lawsuits. Develop and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with law firms, law school clinics, and other partners. Represent the firm as needed to an array of groups including the academic community, industry, legal community, and press. Provide mentorship to and supervise Litigation staff and interns. Oversee general administrative and managerial responsibilities associated with day-to-day and long-term operation of the Litigation department.

Additional Information

Send a cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest, resume, State Bar admissions, and writing sample/brief (up to 10 pages) with "LD-Web" in the subject line.

Company info

Center for Science in the Public Interest
1220 L St. N.W. Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20005
Website : http://cspinet.org