Civil Rights Attorney

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FG+G is a top-tier civil rights firm committed to aggressive and compassionate civil rights and criminal defense representation across Ohio and beyond. With decades of experience and a 50-year tradition of fighting for civil rights, FG+G exposes and demands accountability for police brutality and excessive force, wrongful convictions, in-custody deaths, prisoner rights, free speech, and more.

We are excited to add a new Civil Rights Litigation Attorney to our team. Direct prior experience with police, prison, and/or jail civil rights work would be helpful, but is not necessary. Prior litigation experience is required. Additional requirements include:

  • Unwavering commitment to justice and human dignity

  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills

  • Exceptional writing

  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

  • Self-motivated, determined, and problem-solving mindset

  • Ability to work and manage a high-volume caseload

  • Licensed to practice law in Ohio and/or can waive into Ohio bar

  • Strong grasp on civil discovery process and procedure

  • Working knowledge of the criminal legal system, including police, prosecutorial, and incarceration practices and processes

Job Duties

Litigate civil rights cases through discovery and trial, including:

  • Develop meaningful relationships with clients, their families, and support networks

  • Investigate, evaluate, and build cases throughout litigation to achieve winning outcomes

  • Manage and conduct discovery and prepare cases for trial

  • Work with experts

  • Draft and contribute to briefs at all litigation stages

  • Prepare and argue motion hearings and appeals

  • Participate in trial teams

  • Contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion

  • Build relationships with community organizers and other stakeholders

FG+G is committed to fighting for human rights through principled representation and we seek attorneys who share our vision and our commitment to client-centered lawyering. We are looking for people who believe in compassionate representation, truth seeking, and truth telling, and who will bring creative, diligent energy to their work and our team.

Our offices are located in Cincinnati and Cleveland. We are currently seeking someone to be based in our Cincinnati office, however we will consider all qualified candidates regardless of their location.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, and we offer a generous benefits package including medical and dental insurance, employer 401(k) match and generous time off. 

FG+G is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veterans status, or national origin, including first-generation professionals.

Apply Now

To apply, send a cover letter, résumé, transcripts, references list, and 2-3 writing samples to michelle@FGGfirm.com using “Cincinnati Civil Rights Attorney Application” as your subject line.

 
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