TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT seeks a Beyond Borders Legal Fellow 

POSITION TITLE: Beyond Borders Legal Fellow 

SUPERVISOR: Beyond Borders Supervising Attorney 

DATE EFFECTIVE: We will review applications on a rolling basis. 

LOCATION: Alamo, TX or remote from within the Rio Grande Valley or other Texas border community (including El Paso, Laredo, etc) 

TRAVEL: (Moderate) 

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time (Temporary Two Year Position) SALARY TIER LEVEL: $72,468-$105,448 (Tier 4, Attorneys) 

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Eligible for Duration of Fellowship 

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT 

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas. 

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities for this position are typically in the Rio Grande Valley. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/. 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM 

Our Beyond Borders team works in two core areas: humanitarian and state and local advocacy. Our Humanitarian work involves advocating for migrants to move across our border with dignity. We also advocate at the state and local level for good governance of border communities without economic exploitation. In solidarity with partner organizations and communities, our team aims to eliminate policies that perpetuate the harmful effects of militarization, cultural erasure, imprisonment, and exclusion along the Texas-Mexico border and across the state. 

ABOUT THE POSITION 

This position is a two year fellowship. Some travel to other parts of the state will be required as needed for the position and will be reimbursed accordingly. The Beyond Borders Fellow will be directly supervised by the Beyond Border’s Senior Supervising Attorney. 

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES 

Impact Litigation & Strategic Advocacy 

● Litigate TCRP cases in state and federal Texas courts as assigned by and under the supervision of the Beyond Borders Supervising Attorney. Includes conducting thorough and efficient investigations, contributing to strategy, drafting pleadings and affidavits, handling discovery, preparing and conducting depositions, and consulting with and preparing expert witnesses. 

● Research and write clear, concise, appropriately framed litigation memoranda and white papers. Participate in litigation panels and public education events, communicating effectively with all audiences. 

● Supervision of pro bono attorneys who are directly and strategically representing immigrants. 

Counseling Individual Clients and Non-Legal Coalition Partners 

● Build relationships with clients and coalition partners based on mutual respect, trust and dependability. 

● Engage with individual clients and organizational partners to learn about their concerns and to provide them with sound, reliable legal counsel. 

● Explain options, roadmap courses of action, discuss potential outcomes, and flag challenges -- whilst recognizing that people are experts in their own lives and communities. 

Programmatic, Communications, Development and Cross Team Support 

● Assist with designing and implementing strategic advocacy campaigns throughout Texas. Serve as a TCRP spokesperson through various communication and media outlets. 

● Assist in TCRP’s fund development efforts, including presentations and speaking engagements. 

● Contribute to litigation and other work in other programmatic areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS 

● Licensed to practice law in Texas, or licensed to practice law elsewhere and willing to become admitted in Texas, including, if applicable, sitting for and passing the Texas bar exam. 

● Track record of working collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals, with preference for experience in public interest coalitions. 

● Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills. 

● Well-organized: able to meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work product; ability to multi-task and to prioritize; ability to juggle a heavy meetings calendar with substantive work; willingness to work long hours as necessary. 

● Critical, creative, innovative thinker with the ability to identify nuances, attend to detail, and to get in the weeds. 

● Issue spotter; self-starter; trouble shooter; tenacious; flexible. 

● A willingness to travel throughout the state of Texas. 

● A resilient, can-do attitude, with an openness to constructive criticism, evolving responsibilities, and shifting current events. 

● Demonstrated success in litigation in complex federal court litigation strongly preferred. ● Some familiarity with immigration law and constitutional law preferred. 

● Spanish language fluency is strongly preferred. 

COMPENSATION 

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $72,468-$105,448. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance. 

BENEFITS 

We offer a broad range of benefits, including: 

● Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer. 

● Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage. 

● 401K retirement plan. 

● Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops.

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION 

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds. Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for! 

We make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees who have a disability. If you are in need of an accommodation to apply for one of our positions, contact HR at HR@texascivilrightsproject.org. 

HOW TO APPLY 

To apply, please submit a writing sample, cover letter, and current resume via Submittable.

POSITION TITLE:    Voting Rights Staff Attorney 

SUPERVISOR:        Voting Rights Supervising Attorney 

DATE EFFECTIVE:    We will review applications on a rolling basis. 

LOCATION:    Position will be primarily remote in Texas.

TRAVEL:        (Moderate) 

JOB CLASSIFICATION:   Full-Time

SALARY TIER LEVEL:  $72,468-$105,448 (Tier 4, Attorneys) 

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY:  Union Eligible

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas. 

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work from anywhere in Texas and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities are typically based out of any of the Texas Civil Rights Projects locations: Alamo (in the Rio Grande Valley), Austin, and Houston. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/. 

 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR PROGRAM

The Voting Rights program at the Texas Civil Rights Project fights to protect and expand the power of underrepresented communities in Texas — especially communities of color, workers, youth, and people with disabilities. Our community-centered lawyers and advocates use responsive and innovative litigation, state and local policy advocacy, and voter protection programs to strive toward a thriving democracy that reflects our rich diversity, responds to the needs of everyday Texans, and holds our elected officials accountable. 

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Impact Litigation & Strategic Advocacy

• Litigate TCRP cases in state and federal Texas courts as assigned by and under the supervision of the Voting Rights Supervising Attorney. Includes conducting thorough and efficient investigations, contributing to strategy, drafting pleadings and affidavits, handling discovery, preparing and conducting depositions, and consulting with and preparing expert witnesses.
• Research and write clear, concise, appropriately framed litigation memoranda and white papers.  Participate in litigation panels and public education events, communicating effectively with all audiences.

Counseling Individual Clients and Non-Legal Coalition Partners

• Build relationships with clients and coalition partners based on mutual respect, trust and dependability.
• Engage with individual clients and organizational partners to learn about their concerns and to provide them with sound, reliable legal counsel. 
• Explain options, roadmap courses of action, discuss potential outcomes, and flag challenges -- whilst recognizing that people are experts in their own lives and communities. 

Programmatic, Communications, Development and Cross Team Support

• Assist with designing and implementing strategic advocacy campaigns throughout Texas. Serve as a TCRP spokesperson through various communication and media outlets.
• Assist in TCRP’s fund development efforts, including presentations and speaking engagements.
• Contribute to litigation and other work in other programmatic areas as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years post-J.D. experience (i.e., graduation date of 2023 or earlier) preferred but not required. 
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, or licensed to practice law elsewhere and willing to become admitted in Texas, including, if applicable, sitting for and passing the Texas bar exam.
• Track record of working collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals, with preference for experience in public interest coalitions.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Well-organized: able to meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work product; ability to multi-task and to prioritize; ability to juggle a heavy meetings calendar with substantive work; willingness to work long hours as necessary. 
• Critical, creative, innovative thinker with the ability to identify nuances, attend to detail, and to get in the weeds.
• Issue spotter; self-starter; trouble shooter; tenacious; flexible.
• A willingness to travel throughout the state of Texas.
• A resilient, can-do attitude, with an openness to constructive criticism, evolving responsibilities, and shifting current events. 
• Demonstrated success in litigation in complex federal court litigation strongly preferred.
• Some familiarity with voting rights, election law and constitutional law preferred. 

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $72,468-$105,448. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance. 

BENEFITS

We offer a broad range of benefits, including:

• Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer.
• Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement plan
• Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate individuals' unique perspectives and contributions from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds. Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color, and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel this position is for you, even though you don’t check every box, please apply; you could be exactly what we’re looking for! 

We make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees who have a disability. If you are in need of an accommodation to apply for one of our positions, contact HR at HR@texascivilrightsproject.org.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your cover letter and current resume to the following link: https://texascivilrightsproject.submittable.com/submit

POSITION TITLE:    Beyond Borders Staff Attorney

SUPERVISOR:        Beyond Borders Supervising Attorney

DATE EFFECTIVE:   We will review applications on a rolling basis.

LOCATION:    Alamo, TX or remote from within the Rio Grande Valley or other Texas 

border community (including El Paso, Laredo, etc)

TRAVEL:        (Moderate)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Full-Time

SALARY TIER LEVEL: $72,468-$105,448 (Tier 4, Attorneys)

BARGAINING UNION ELIGIBILITY: Union Eligible

ABOUT THE TEXAS CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT

At TCRP, we are Texas lawyers for Texas communities. We use our unique community lawyering model to empower Texas communities and create the policy changes necessary for a fairer, more just Texas. In our 30+ year history, we have brought thousands of strategic lawsuits, defending voting rights, reforming systems of criminal (in)justice, and fighting for the rights of immigrant families and those in our borderland communities. Our efforts have helped countless low-income and otherwise marginalized Texans and have widely advanced equality and justice. Today — with dozens of high-caliber attorneys and professionals around the state and an extensive network of pro bono counsel and community allies —TCRP is among the most influential civil rights organizations in Texas.

TCRP comprises three regional offices across Texas with over 40 employees and an annual budget of over $7 million dollars. TCRP currently operates under a hybrid work policy, allowing remote work and requiring travel and in-person attendance for specified work activities. The in-person activities for this position are typically in the  Rio Grande Valley. We are proud of our work, welcome innovative thinkers, and offer flexibility to different people’s styles and strengths. Learn more at https://txcivilrights.org/.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OR PROGRAM

Our Beyond Borders team works in two core areas: humanitarian and state and local advocacy. Our Humanitarian work involves advocating for migrants to move across our border with dignity. We also advocate at the state and local level for good governance of border communities without economic exploitation. In solidarity with partner organizations and communities, our team aims to eliminate policies that perpetuate the harmful effects of militarization, cultural erasure, imprisonment, and exclusion along the Texas-Mexico border and across the state.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Impact Litigation & Strategic Advocacy

• Litigate TCRP cases in state and federal Texas courts as assigned by and under the supervision of the Voting Rights Supervising Attorney. Includes conducting thorough and efficient investigations, contributing to strategy, drafting pleadings and affidavits, handling discovery, preparing and conducting depositions, and consulting with and preparing expert witnesses.
• Research and write clear, concise, appropriately framed litigation memoranda and white papers.  Participate in litigation panels and public education events, communicating effectively with all audiences.
• Supervision of pro bono attorneys who are directly and strategically representing immigrants. 

Counseling Individual Clients and Non-Legal Coalition Partners

• Build relationships with clients and coalition partners based on mutual respect, trust and dependability.
• Engage with individual clients and organizational partners to learn about their concerns and to provide them with sound, reliable legal counsel.
• Explain options, roadmap courses of action, discuss potential outcomes, and flag challenges -- whilst recognizing that people are experts in their own lives and communities.

Programmatic, Communications, Development and Cross Team Support

• Assist with designing and implementing strategic advocacy campaigns throughout Texas. Serve as a TCRP spokesperson through various communication and media outlets.
• Assist in TCRP’s fund development efforts, including presentations and speaking engagements.
• Contribute to litigation and other work in other programmatic areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed to practice law in Texas, or licensed to practice law elsewhere and willing to become admitted in Texas, including, if applicable, sitting for and passing the Texas bar exam.
• Track record of working collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals, with preference for experience in public interest coalitions.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Well-organized: able to meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work product; ability to multi-task and to prioritize; ability to juggle a heavy meetings calendar with substantive work; willingness to work long hours as necessary.
• Critical, creative, innovative thinker with the ability to identify nuances, attend to detail, and to get in the weeds.
• Issue spotter; self-starter; trouble shooter; tenacious; flexible.
• A willingness to travel throughout the state of Texas.
• A resilient, can-do attitude, with an openness to constructive criticism, evolving responsibilities, and shifting current events.
• Demonstrated success in litigation in complex federal court litigation strongly preferred.
• Some familiarity with immigration law  and constitutional law preferred.
• Spanish language fluency is strongly preferred. 

COMPENSATION

The salary for this position is based on years of experience with a range of $72,468-$105,448. TCRP also offers excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a deep commitment to a meaningful work-life balance.

BENEFITS

We offer a broad range of benefits, including:

• Four weeks paid vacation (prorated upon date of hire), up to sixteen weeks paid family leave (following a six month probationary period), paid sick time, and extensive holidays, including a two-week winter break at the end of the year and a wellness week in the summer.
• Employer paid healthcare coverage for you and your dependents, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement plan
• Annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

INCLUSION AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

TCRP is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment from candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.  Research shows that while men apply for positions when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women, Black people, people of color and other underrepresented groups only apply when they check every box. If you feel like this is the position for you even though you don’t check every box please apply, you could be exactly what we’re looking for!

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit a writing sample, cover letter, and current resume via Submittable.