Senior Counsel

Dallasfull timeOn Site

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$195k–$230k

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Alliancedefendingfreedom Senior Counsel at Alliance Defending Freedom litigates civil actions to protect unborn babies and pro-life advocates, focusing on constitutional claims. The role involves drafting court filings, arguing motions and appeals, training junior attorneys, and interacting with media.

Responsibilities

Lead and litigate high-profile lawsuits in support of unborn babies and their mothers, in addition to defending pro-life advocates on the frontlines
Develop litigation strategy, legal arguments, and witness testimony
Draft briefs, motions, and memoranda
Represent and argue on behalf of clients in court
Perform advanced legal research on novel issues of law
Conduct fact and expert discovery, including taking and defending depositions
Supervise and mentor mid-level and junior attorneys
Interview and interact with the media team regarding cases and issues
Advise allied attorneys on legal issues within areas of competence
Network and develop relationships with current or potential allied attorneys and groups
Work with the Development team on speaking engagements and other events
You may be asked to participate in media interviews on ADF Life cases and related issues

Qualification

First-chair experienceAt Alliance Defending FreedomWant to Know More About ADF?Washington$195Virginia Salary Range

Required

J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year
10+ years of complex litigation experience

Preferred

First-chair experience
At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.
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This salary range is reflective of a position based in Washington, D.C. This range is a good faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and office location.
Washington, D.C. Salary Range
$195,000—$230,000 USD
This salary range is reflective of a position based in Lansdowne, VA. This range is a good-faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and office location.
Virginia Salary Range