Legal Jobs in Riverdale, Maryland

Job Title: Legal Secretary Company: Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A Location: Greenbelt, MD Description: Greenbelt, MD law firm, seeks (2) floater secretaries  1-2 years experience in the legal secretarial field.  Applicants must have a positive, friendly attitude, be a team player, possess MS Office skills, as well as ability to work independently, multi-task, must type 65 wpm accurately, have transcription exp., be computer literate meet deadlines & operate well in a fast-paced environment.  We offer a friendly, business casual atmosphere & competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.  If you are a responsible, motivated individual, please fax Register to View ) or e-mail cover letter & resume to Linda Higgs, Register to View

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal Company: Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A Location: Greenbelt, MD Description: Litigation department of Greenbelt law firm seeks paralegal with at least 2 years’ litigation experience including responding to discovery and extensive document production in a fast-paced practice.  We offer a friendly, business casual atmosphere & competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.  If you are a responsible & motivated individual with a positive attitude, please fax or e-mail your resume to Veronica Nannis (Fax: Register to View ; e-mail: Register to View ).

Job Title: Staff Attorney Company: CASA de Maryland Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: STAFF ATTORNEY, HOUSING CASA de Maryland Synopsis: CASA de Maryland’s primary mission is to work with the community to improve the quality of life and fight for equal treatment and full access to resources and opportunities for low-income Latinos and their families. CASA works with other low-income immigrant communities, makes its programs and activities available to them, and joins with other organizations to advocate for social, political, and economic justice for all low-income communities. Department Synopsis: Since its inception more than fifteen years ago, the CASA legal program has been at the forefront of creative strategies to combat the many injustices immigrants face in the state of Maryland and the Washington metro region. The strategies have included individual representation to recover a quarter of a million dollars each year in unpaid wages; liberation, back wages and legal status for victims of human trafficking; class action litigation to address disparate treatment of immigrant drivers license applicants; organizing to publicly pressure unscrupulous employers to meet their legal obligations; support to CASA’s vibrant community organizing and political action department to stop immigration enforcement abuses, anti-immigrant ordinances, anti-immigrant hate crimes. We are looking for talented, creative, bi-lingual attorneys to join our bi-lingual and bi-cultural legal team, which collectively has nineteen years’ experience in creative public service legal practice, and more than twenty-four years’ experience in community organizing, union organizing, international development and non-profit management. The legal program at CASA de Maryland operates under the principles of Justice is the goal, law is a means. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. We endeavor to find the most creative strategies to combat the abuses and injustices identified by our constituents. We value justice in the largest sense possible, not only one person at a time legal solutions, but broad, transformative solutions created in combination with immigrant leaders, CASA organizers and other staff, other local and national organizations and direct service staff. We value our time and believe that though hard and sustained effort is often required, real rest is also necessary for creativity, stamina and “a life,” however defined. Position Synopsis: Staff Attorney Department / Program: Services/ Legal CASA Site: Based in Silver Spring Center. It may change according to CASA needs. Classification: Exempt Category 3 Hours: Monday through Fridays, it may include some weekends, and evening hours Direct Supervisor: Senior Manager of Legal Program Salary: $42,000 to 50,000 plus benefits Duties/ Responsibilities: A Casa of Maryland staff attorney is on the front line in defending immigrant workers against abuse by employers, the police and immigration officials. This is an excellent opportunity to build your legal skills, build power in the immigrant community, make a lasting difference in the state of Maryland and to work with a dynamic group of paralegals, lawyers, organizers and social service staff in a friendly, fast-paced, bi-lingual and multi-cultural office. Duties may include, but are not limited to, some of the following which are discussed and prioritized by the employee and supervisor, and reflected in individual and program annual workplans: Strategic Work with Tenant Organizers • Support legal needs of dedicated housing organizers who have developed vibrant tenant associations fighting substandard housing conditions, illegal evictions, retaliation for organizing, and race and national origin discrimination. • Develop impact litigation to improve access to affordable housing and housing conditions for low-income immigrant families. • Engage, in coordination with the Community Organizing and Political Action (COPA) Department, in advocacy efforts for improved laws which effect immigrant tenants at local, state and federal level by drafting legislation, presenting testimony, organizing hearings and lobbying Direct Legal Work • Develop and implement impact strategies to address common problems facing immigrants in the housing context, working with pro-bono attorneys for some strategies • Oversee and participate in legal intakes regarding substandard housing conditions, illegal evictions, retaliation, race and national origin discrimination and other tenant problems. • Provide referrals, brief legal services and occasionally litigate individual cases of workers who meet established criteria • Research and identify tenant purchase and condominium conversion opportunities to preserve low-cost housing in suburban Maryland. Outreach/Popular Education • Engage in education and outreach through “know your rights” presentations, dissemination of materials and “training of trainers” workshops in which organizers and workers are trained to reach out to others to inform them of their rights Administrative Work • Complete monthly reports on activities (very light burden) • Collaborate with other CASA Departments and programs to ensure that high quality services are being delivered to ensure that members enjoy an excellent experience with CASA such that they can contribute to building the power of the immigrant community. In particular, CASA expects services and organizing to be delivered in an integrated way. • Participate actively in the annual planning process, including developing and executing individual workplans, evaluating and providing feedback on plans as the year progresses. • Meet deadlines established by supervisor and in Department and individual workplan. • Think creatively about ways to improve further his/her specific job and CASA as an organization. • And other duties assigned by supervisor related to position. Qualifications: • Understanding of and commitment to using the law as part of a multi-faceted, community-based approach to social change • Creativity and willingness to be a lawyer who says “yes” • J.D. and admittance to Maryland Bar or willingness to sit for Maryland Bar exam (less intensive, 1/2 day out of state attorney exam available for those with five years’ practice experience) • Knowledge of Maryland or another state’ tenant, real estate, or federal civil rights law preferred or demonstrated ability to learn new area of law quickly • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Bilingual (English and Spanish) or willingness to take specific steps to develop functional fluency • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Highly organized and able to manage multiple ongoing projects • Two or more years’ experience in community setting preferred • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends • Because of the need to be onsite at housing complexes, and the limited availability of public transportation, a car is required for this position. CASA provides mileage reimbursement at the IRS-recommended rate, currently $0.485 per mile, to cover the cost of ownership, maintenance and gasoline. CASA of Maryland, Inc. is bound by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Communication Workers of America. This is a union position. We are members of Local WBNG 32035 -Communication Workers of America (CWA). If you are offered and accept this position, you will be invited to become a member of the union. All bargaining unit positions require membership or agency fee payer status. Please send all cover letters and resumes to Register to View with a copy to Register to View The name of the position applied for must be included in the subject line of the e-mail. For more information about CASA de Maryland please visit our website at www.casademaryland.org. CASA de Maryland, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation

Job Title: Staff Attorney -Immigration Company: CASA de Maryland Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: STAFF ATTORNEY - Immigration CASA de Maryland Synopsis: CASA de Maryland’s primary mission is to work with the community to improve the quality of life and fight for equal treatment and full access to resources and opportunities for low-income Latinos and their families. CASA works with other low-income immigrant communities, makes its programs and activities available to them, and joins with other organizations to advocate for social, political, and economic justice for all low-income communities. Department Synopsis: Since its inception more than fifteen years ago, the CASA legal program has been at the forefront of creative strategies to combat the many injustices immigrants face in the state of Maryland and the Washington metro region. The strategies have included individual representation to recover a quarter of a million dollars each year in unpaid wages; liberation, back wages and legal status for victims of human trafficking; class action litigation to address disparate treatment of immigrant drivers license applicants; organizing to publicly pressure unscrupulous employers to meet their legal obligations; support to CASA’s vibrant community organizing and political action department to stop immigration enforcement abuses, anti-immigrant ordinances, anti-immigrant hate crimes. We are looking for talented, creative, bi-lingual attorneys to join our bi-lingual and bi-cultural legal team, which collectively has nineteen years’ experience in creative public service legal practice, and more than twenty-four years’ experience in community organizing, union organizing, international development and non-profit management. The legal program at CASA de Maryland operates under the principles of Justice is the goal, law is a means It’s a marathon, not a sprint. We endeavor to find the most creative strategies to combat the abuses and injustices identified by our constituents. We value justice in the largest sense possible, not only one person at a time legal solutions, but broad, transformative solutions created in combination with immigrant leaders, CASA organizers and other staff, other local and national organizations and direct service staff. We value our time and believe that though hard and sustained effort is often required, real rest is also necessary for creativity, stamina and “a life,” however defined. Position Synopsis: Staff Attorney Department / Program: Legal CASA Site: Silver Spring Type: Exempt Category 3 Hours: Monday- Friday, with occasional weekends and evenings needed. Direct Supervisor: Senior Manager of Legal Program Salary: $42,000 to $50,000 plus benefits Duties/ Responsibilities: A Casa of Maryland staff attorney is on the front line in defending immigrant workers and women against abuse by employers, the police and immigration officials. This is an excellent opportunity to build your legal skills, build power in the immigrant community, make a lasting difference in the state of Maryland and to work with a dynamic group of paralegals, lawyers, organizers and social service staff in a friendly, fast-paced, bi-lingual and multi-cultural office. Specific duties include but not limited: Legal: a. Provide legal consultations to low-wage, immigrant workers on employment matters, including nonpayment of wages and overtime particularly for domestic workers. i. (other potential areas: workplace discrimination, workplace sexual assault, retaliation, health and safety) b. Provide civil legal representation in the above areas, with an emphasis on active members of the Committee of Women Seeking Justice and CASA leaders, and provide legal representation for the purpose of obtaining permanent residence based on VAWA petitions, “T” and “U” visas as well as some deportation defense. c. Identify the most challenging issues that low-wage immigrant women workers face and develop impact litigation to address those issues. d. Provide technical legal assistance to Women Seeking Justice and to COPA’s work with domestic workers and other low-wage women workers. e. Secure pro bono representation and provide technical assistance to volunteer attorneys. 2. Advocacy: a. Support local and national legislative efforts designed to improve wages, benefits, and working conditions for low-wage, immigrant women workers. b. In collaboration with COPA organizers, support direct action such as protests and media campaigns on behalf of aggrieved workers and victims of immigration raids or police-led immigration enforcement actions. 3. Education and Outreach: a. Develop and conduct educational presentations focusing on the employment rights of domestic workers and other low-wage, immigrant workers, including: wage and hour law, discrimination, health and safety, and the rights of A3 and G5 visa holders. b. Conduct regular outreach in conjunction with COPA organizers to domestic workers and other immigrant women in low-wage industries. c. Participate in CASA’s efforts to prepare community members on how to react to ICE enforcement actions or those of police officers enforcing immigration provisions And other duties assigned by supervisor related to position. Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: • Understanding of and commitment to using the law as part of a multi-faceted, community-based approach to social change • Creativity and willingness to be a lawyer who says “yes” • J.D. and admittance to Maryland Bar or willingness to sit for Maryland Bar exam (less intensive, 1/2 day out of state attorney exam available for those with five years’ practice experience) • Immigration law experience including deportation defense preferred and ability to learn new area of law quickly • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Bilingual (English and Spanish) or willingness to take specific steps to develop functional fluency • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Highly organized and able to manage multiple ongoing projects • Two or more years’ experience in community setting preferred • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends • Because of the need to be onsite at housing complexes, and the limited availability of public transportation, a car is required for this position. CASA provides mileage reimbursement at the IRS-recommended rate, currently $0.485 per mile, to cover the cost of ownership, maintenance and gasoline. CASA of Maryland, Inc. is bound by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Communication Workers of America. This is a union position. We are members of Local WBNG 32035 -Communication Workers of America (CWA). If you are offered and accept this position, you will be invited to become a member of the union. All bargaining unit positions require membership or agency fee payer status. Please send all cover letters and resumes to Register to View with a copy to Register to View The name of the position applied for must be included in the subject line of the e-mail. For more information about CASA de Maryland please visit our website at www.casademaryland.org. CASA de Maryland, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal Company: Johnson Immigration Law, PC Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: Employer Information About Johnson Immigration Law, PC Top rated(AV) firm with two lawyers combined experience 45+ years. We handle family, naturalization, labor certification, business, VAWA, general, deporation, etc. expanding to serve clients in many states and around the world. View all our jobs Job Use high initiative to: track & meet deadlines, research case law, track and collect fees from clients, meet with clients to gather data, check facts, draft forms, affidavits, letters to clients, govt & others, maintain paper & electronic files, data entry, etc. Must be fast & accurate writer, typist & proofreader. Must have happy personality. Spanish or other language ability helpful. NOTES: International Candidates Will Be Considered. Additional Salary Information: commensurate with skill & ability; bonuses if earned

Job Title: Paralegal Specialist, GS-0950-11/12 (DE) Company: Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: The Office of the Assistant General Counsel for Ocean Services provides legal advice and counseling to NOAA, principally NOAA's National Ocean Service.  The National Ocean Service, a line office within NOAA, is the Nation's premiere science agency for oceans and the coasts.  The office, which is located in Silver Spring, Maryland, provides legal advice and analysis to NOS program activities, including coastal management and national marine sanctuaries issues.  The paralegal specialist assists the office (in the manner described below) in providing this legal support. Unlock secrets in deep oceans, track rapidly moving storms, operate state-of-the-art environmental satellites, chart the Nation's waterways, formulate models to forecast climate trends, protect and preserve our living marine resources...it's all in a day's work at the NOAA! Join a dedicated workforce committed to a vital mission: safeguarding the public, protecting natural resources, strengthening the economy. A career that makes a world of difference!Non-Status Candidates MUST APPLY to vacancy announcement number: SO-OGC-2010-00KEY REQUIREMENTS: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Veteran's must submit DD-214 and, if applicable, the VA letter and SF-15 . Position requires a background investigation. Relocation expenses WILL NOT be paid.

Job Title: Paralegal Specialist Company: Health & Human Services, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: This position is with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH), Office of Compliance, Division of Bioresearch Monitoring (DBWBA) located in Silver Spring, MD. One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Commissioned Corps Officers in the Public Health Service and "qualified" commissioned corps candidates may be considered for internal placement provided they submit a cover letter indicating commissioned corps status, a current resume or curriculum vitae, and provide all other required information specified in the vacancy announcement.   Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer and better for all Americans.KEY REQUIREMENTS: You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply section)

Job Title: Paralegal Specialist Map Company: Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: The paralegal specialist will report to the Assistant General Counsel for Ocean Services.  Responsibilities include providing support in processing Federal consistency appeals under the Coastal Zone Management Act, which include conducting legal research, and maintaining administrative records (website and hard copy) for appeals. Additionally, the incumbent will perform general legal research, assist in the processing of requests filed under the Freedom of Information Act, and prepare other reports in response to management requests.  The incumbent will also support the development and execution of the office's annual operating budget.

Job Title: Paralegal Specialist Company: Location: Silver Spring, MD Description: As a FDA, CDRH, Division of Bioresearch Monitoring Paralegal Specialist GS-950-09 your duties may include, but are not limited to: Broad range of assignments to provide the paralegal specialist with a basic knowledge of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and related statutes enforced by FDA, a familiarity with previously issued regulations, an understanding of the format requirements for publication in the Federal Register, and a general understanding of FDA's medical device programs. Coordinates and develops, usually in cooperation with senior staff members, proposals for revisions to existing regulations and policy statements which impact regulatory activities, and assists in implementing them. Responsible for assuring that the intended requirements of the regulations are clear and consistent, that the format requirements for publication in the Federal Register are followed and that there is legal authority for the proposed regulations. Develops responses to Federal Register comments, and prepares, in draft, final regulation or policy statement which when approved is published in the Federal Register and in the Code of Federal Regulations and serves to set forth requirements, parameters, or guidelines for all manufacturers and distributors of drugs and establishes standards for regulatory enforcement.

Job Title: Associate General Counsel, Single Family Business Strategy and Credit Risk Management Company: Fannie Mae Location: Washington, DC Description: THE COMPANYFannie Mae exists to expand affordable housing and bring global capital to local communities in order to serve the U.S. housing market. Today, our focus is on preventing foreclosures, making mortgages and rental housing as affordable as possible, and supporting the housing recovery. We are rapidly building and realigning our company to better serve the market as we support the Administrations Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan.Join our dedicated, diverse, high-performing workforce and put your unique talents to good use as we work with our partners to advance our nations housing recovery.For more information about Fannie Mae and our career opportunities, visit www.fanniemae.com.JOB INFORMATIONOperate with considerable latitude in consulting, advising, and representing the company on a variety of highly complex legal matters and projects related to consumer mortgage finance law. Provide legal counsel to management on broad issues affecting the Single Family Mortgage Business. Confer with executives regarding corporate initiatives, business strategy, product development, credit risk policies, or regulatory concerns to assess legal risks to the company and plan actions to control or minimize those risks. May act as a subject area/technical expert, or key advisor on significant business or product decisions. May manage a specific unit or specialist function. May directly manage in-house counsel, paralegals and legal support staff.KEY JOB FUNCTIONSProvide legal advice and service by combining skill in consumer mortgage finance and real estate law with sound business acumen and knowledge of business goals and objectives of the company or assigned business units.Engage with assigned business units to meet goals. Project manage the legal analysis, pursue details and achieve closure on various matters. Provide excellent client service.Use business and legal judgment to balance an appropriate level of risk against the business needs in a particular situation. Operate within the framework of allowable corporate behavior and governance, and legal and regulatory compliance.Work closely with business clients and outside counsel to ensure adherence to important corporate and regulatory policies.May plan, guide, and/or oversee the performance of in-house counsel, team members, and/or legal support staff. Supervise and actively direct outside counsel.Draft mortgage finance instruments, contracts and other documents, as well as templates for the same. May draft comment letters. May analyze legislation that impacts the company and assist the company in responding to inquiries from Congress and government agencies.Prepare and manage a due diligence budget. Coordinate with internal departments to ensure proper tracking and accounting of legal due diligence expenses.