About the Firm:
McGuinness Law Group is a nationally recognized law firm focused on advancing the rights of people with disabilities through strategic and cutting-edge litigation. We combat discrimination, enforce equity, and expand the rights of people with disabilities. We focus on housing, education, employment, access to government services, and public accommodations. We handle cases in federal and state courts across California, from our base in Oakland.
We offer unique opportunities for talented individuals who share our passion for litigation and social justice, enjoy work-life balance in a collegial office environment, and produce excellent work with integrity. We have a humane billing requirement because we believe in a real weekend.
The Position
McGuinness Law Group is hiring an Associate or Senior Associate with at least 5 years of relevant legal experience. The more, the better. The position is full-time but could be negotiated to 80%. We are open to a hybrid office/remote schedule. To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Celia McGuinness atcmcguinness@mcguinness-legal.com.
Responsibilities
The attorney will litigate federal and state court disability discrimination cases, investigate potential cases, prepare complaints, handle all discovery including taking and defending depositions, draft briefs on dispositive motions and other motions, conduct oral argument, and try cases. Upon demonstration of competence, the attorney will become lead counsel on cases.
Salary and Benefits
McGuinness Law Group provides a competitive salary, bonuses and a benefits package, including fully covered PPO healthcare and a 401Kmatch. We offer all federal and state holidays, time off for election days and office closure for winter break. We honor work/life balance.
Experience and Qualifications
Applicants should have strong academic credentials, superior research, writing, and verbal skills, and civil litigation experience. California State Bar membership required; pending California bar applications acceptable.
We highly value trial experience.
We seek people who work collaboratively, adapt to changing circumstances, and manage the stress of a litigation practice. We welcome candidates who think creatively about how to expand the law on behalf of the disability community.
Currently at McGuinness Law Group, each employee either is a person with a disability or loves a person with a disability. We encourage applicants who have personal insight into the experience of disabled people in America.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal-opportunity employer that maintains a supportive, equitable environment. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, familial status, family responsibilities, age, personal appearance, matriculation, disability, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or record of arrest or conviction. We encourage applications from people who identify with historically underserved or underrepresented communities.
McGuinness Law Group provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Any applicant needing accommodations in the application process should contact Celia McGuinness at510-439-2952 or cmcguinness@mcguinness-legal.com.
Applications considered on a rolling basis.