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This position is for an immediate opening and will be based in either Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or Washington, D.C. FIRE operates on a hybrid work schedule that allows for a mix of in-the-office and remote work for eligible employees. Fully remote work will not be considered for this position.
FIRE seeks a talented, highly organized paralegal with at least three years of experience to support all phases of our strategic litigation defending First Amendment rights. FIRE paralegals have meaningful responsibilities with real-world impact: By helping attorneys win cases, they protect First Amendment rights for all Americans.
About FIRE
Founded in 1999, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought — the most essential qualities of liberty. Because colleges and universities play a vital role in preserving free thought within a free society, FIRE places a special emphasis on defending individual rights of students and faculty members on our nation’s campuses. Please visit www.thefire.org to gain a sense of our work and mission.
Job Responsibilities
Paralegals report to FIRE’s Vice President of Litigation and work collaboratively in a supportive team with litigating attorneys and staff across FIRE departments.
Paralegals Are Responsible For a Variety Of Duties, Including
Work on weekends and evenings may be expected in accordance with the demands of litigation.
Qualifications
Three or more years of paralegal experience in civil litigation are required. Additionally, well-qualified candidates will possess:
Experience with Net Documents, Rocket Matter, or Monday.com is a plus.
Salary and Compensation
Starting salary is negotiable and depends upon experience and education level. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid time-off plan.
Applications
Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for at least two legal references. The cover letter should include the date when you are available to start and the location of the office where you are interested in working.
Candidates that advance to second-round interviews are required to perform a practical exercise.
All applications are confidential.
Please address applications to Cait Scanlan, Director of People Operations.
FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.