POSTED in October 2025:

Pregnancy Justice is hiring a Senior Staff Attorney who will manage caseloads with significant complexity and is a highly experienced civil rights attorney, with deep impact and/or complex litigation experience at the trial and appellate levels. This position seeks a candidate with 7-9 years of experience, representing a salary range of $144,799-$153,313 based on organizational salary scale. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, until filled.

The Bronx Defenders (BxD) is seeking a Civil Action Director of CAP Community Intake to lead and supervise our community services. Applications are due on November 18, 2025.

IOLA has posted for a new Deputy Director of Programs .

The Office of the Attorney General of Maryland is hiring an Assistant Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division, Enforcement Unit - Careers - Office of the Attorney General of Maryland. Applications are due by October 24.

Sotheby’s is hiring a VP, Associate General Counsel in NYC: Job Application for VP, Associate General Counsel at Sotheby's

The ACLU is hiring a Staff Attorney in Washington, DC (a two-year position): Staff Attorney - ACLU of DC

The ACLU is hiring a Policy Counsel/Policy Advisor in Washington, DC (2 year position): Policy Counsel/Policy Advisor - ACLU of DC

Pregnancy Justice is hiring a Senior Staff Attorney in NYC (hybrid): BambooHR

The Door is hiring a Supervising Attorney - Detained Minors Project in NYC.

The Juvenile Law Center is hiring a STAFF ATTORNEY | Juvenile Law Center.

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s Office of the General Counsel is hiring an Assistant General Counsel: 91409-Assistant General Counsel - Office of General Counsel | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

LatinoJustice/PRLDEF is hiring an Associate/Senior Counsel for Voting Rights: Careers & Internships | LatinoJusticePRLDEF

The US District Court for the District of New Jersey is hiring a Magistrate in Camden, NJ.

Debevoise & Plimpton is hiring a Pro Bono Attorney in NYC: Pro Bono Attorney Job at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY | LocalJobNetwork.com

The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) seeks a Senior Staff Attorney, Federal Litigation, Immigrant Protection Unit. In this role, the attorney will represent immigrants in appellate and federal court proceedings, including habeas petitions, petitions for review, and Board of Immigration Appeals The application deadline is November 1. 

NYC Department of Buildings seeks a Borough Enforcement Attorney in the Borough Enforcement Unit (BEU) is a legal code enforcement unit that prepares all criminal court cases and access warrant applications for the New York City Department of Buildings. BEU also liaises with the New York City Law Department on civil litigation and provides legal guidance to Agency personnel. 

TKO/WWE is hiring a Paralegal in Stamford, CT.  For any questions reach out to Cafechica Yaneris Rosa at yaneris.rosa@wwe.com

The New York Historical is hiring an Assistant General Counsel. The position will refer to the General Counsel, Freddy Taveras. Referrals are welcomed, so if applying, feel free to mention in the application form that you learned of the position through the Cafecito Network.  SEARCH IS MOVING FAST. 

This is an ad from a headhunter Jerry Demartino:  Seeking a General Counsel for a company based in central Florida. This role will generally be in charge of providing legal support across various business functions, including marketing, sales, vendor relations, and operations, with a focus on drafting and reviewing contracts, supporting customer and consumer-related issues, and assisting with general company-wide risk management strategies. In addition, this position will be in charge of all regulatory matters and will have the Human Resources Department reporting to them.  I have a bit more information and can send to you if you are interested.

The Legal Aid Society seeks an Attorney-in-Charge, Civil Citywide Units. 

The District Executive’s Office for the Southern District of New York is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Chief Counsel to the District Court (Supervisory Pro Se Law Clerk).  Application deadline is November 10, 2025.

The NYC Department of Buildings seeks an Enhanced Legal Action Attorney (Agency Atty L2). 

Legal Services for NYC (Brooklyn Office) is seeking an experienced Family and Matrimonial attorney to work in our Family Law/DV Unit representing survivors of Intimate Parter Violence and Gender-based Violence.  This is a unique opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment providing trauma-informed, client-centered services. The candidate will have an opportunity to collaborate with important stakeholders like Kings County District Attorney's Office, NYPD, Family Justice Center, amongst others.  We are a wall-to-wall unionized office, with excellent benefits, including health insurance, and have a 50:50 remote work from home policy. Please share, apply, or recommend good applicants. Language skills, like Spanish, strongly preferred.

Equal Rights Advocates is hiring an attorney with employment litigation experience and excellent skills to help develop and litigate high-impact cases on key civil rights, economic security, and gender justice issues and advance economic and education access for women and girls.

Equal Rights Advocates is hiring a Senior Counsel or Senior Staff Attorney, Litigation: BambooHR

UConn Law School is hiring an Assistant Director (Career Consultant), Center for Career Development: UConn Careers The posting will be removed on October 24.

The Office of Queens County District Attorney is accepting applications for positions as Assistant District Attorney for a fall 2026 start: Assistant District Attorney: Fall 2026 Class - Queens District Attorney's Office

Raymond James Financial, Inc. is hiring a Senior Counsel to join its litigation group in RJ headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida (just across the bay from Tampa). The position is hybrid, with in-office attendance required 50% of the time.

Dollar Tree is actively looking for attorneys willing to relocate to Chesapeake VA:   Legal jobs | Legal jobs at Dollar Tree

Legal Services NYC is hiring Fall 2026 Right to Counsel Staff Attorneys/Law Graduates: Job Application for Fall 2026 Right to Counsel Staff Attorneys/Law Graduates at Legal Services NYC

Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) is hiring for several positions:

POSTED in September 2025:

Cuny Law School Faculty seeking Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Law.

New York State is hiring an Assistant Counsel for the Division of Human Rights. Applications are due on October 7: StateJobsNY - Public Information: Review Vacancy

KPMG is hiring an Associate General Counsel-Litigation

The Virginia Legal Aid Society has openings for full-time and part-time attorneys in its Suffolk office: Employment Opportunity — Virginia Legal Aid Society

Applecart is hiring an Associate General Counsel in NYC: Applecart - Сareers

 The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office  is hiring an Assistant District Attorney to serve as Deputy Bureau Chief of its Community Justice Bureau: Assistant District Attorney - Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County

Common Cause is hiring a Policy Director & Counsel, Voting and Fair Representation: Common Cause - Policy Director & Counsel, Voting & Fair Representation

Catholic Charities is hiring an ONA Legal Counsel in Bronx, NY, United States

Catholic Charities is also hiring a Staff Attorney in New York, NY, United States

Catholic Charities is hiring an Pro Bono Supervising Attorney. 

Pechman Law Group PLLC seeking a Labor and Employment Associate for Midtown Boutique Law Firm. Please send resumes and cover letters to Morales@pechmanlaw.com

Florida firm, Haber Law LLP with offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Gardens is hiring for various attorney and paralegal positions. Specifically the firm practices in four core areas: Commercial Litigation, Condominium Law, Construction, and Real Estate. We are hiring all levels and offer a great work environment and team dynamic in a boutique firm setting.

UnLocal Ed has ten Immigration lawyers on staff handling immigration deportation defense matters and are seeking to hire a Supervising Attorney for their Rapid Response Legal Collaborative with MTRNY & NYLAG.

The Legal Aid Society seeks an Attorney-in-Charge, New York County Trial Office.

New York Civil Liberties Union seeks candidates for its inaugural Richard Feldman Legal Fellowship, a two-year term limited position focused on litigation and related advocacy supporting rights of LGBTQ communities and gender equity along with a full range of NYCLU issues. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience and be available for immediate hire.

The Cyrus Vance Center of International Justice is hiring Staff Attorney, Lawyers for Reporters - NYC Bar Association - Career Page and a Staff Attorney/Program Advisor - Africa Initiatives, Human Rights Program: Staff Attorney/Program Advisor - NYC Bar Association - Career Page

LDF is hiring an Assistant Counsel. Applications are due on September 19: Assistant Counsel

Coursera is hiring a Procurement Counsel - United States

New York City’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

~is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Staff Counsel within the General Counsel Division, primarily focusing on drafting final agency decisions in response to recommended decisions from the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (“OATH”) for cases brought by DCWP. 

            ~ DCWP’s General Counsel Division is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Staff Counsel in the Special Projects and Policy Unit. The Staff Counsel will focus on investigation of, and enforcement against, businesses that violate the City’s laws and rules related to the illegal sale of tobacco and uncertified micromobility devices, including e-bikes and e-scooters.

            ~ The General Counsel Division at DCWP seeks an attorney to serve as a Staff Counsel in the License Review Unit, primarily focusing on licensing issues, including the investigation, enforcement, litigation, and counseling, surrounding the City’s tobacco laws and initiatives. This individual will work closely with the Agency’s Licensing and Enforcement divisions.

            ~ The General Counsel Division at DCWP seeks an attorney to serve in a Staff Counsel in the Legal Counsel Unit. The Legal Counsel Unit is responsible for providing advice and counsel to DCWP divisions, providing legal support to implement new laws, advising on complex multi-stakeholder license categories, and drafting DCWP contracts and agreements. (and other spot).

Democracy Forward is hiring an experienced attorney and manager to serve as Deputy Director for Democracy 2025, supporting the pro-democracy legal movement.

POSTED in August 2025:

The City of New York is hiring a Pro Bono Counsel | City of New York Jobs 

The Frick Collection - Assistant General Counsel

Here are some open positions at the Southern Environmental Law Center: Open positions - Southern Environmental Law Center

The Urban Justice Center is hiring Full Time Staff Attorney (Free to Be Youth) - Urban Justice Center

NYC Department of Buildings seeks an Attorney (Level 2), Legal Code Enforcement

Apple is hiring a US Corporate and Securities Attorney in Cupertino, CA: US Corporate and Securities Attorney - Jobs - Careers at Apple

Versant is seeking attorneys for a junior and a senior legal role in distribution, would love to have some Cafecito applicants or referrals!

TakeRoot Justice is seeking a staff attorney to join their Housing Rights team.

The Center for Constitutional Rights is seeking a Senior Director, Policy and Advocacy. 

Stryker seeks an Associate General Counsel for Intellectual Property.

The ACLU's Racial Justice Program is hiring a Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel.

Venable LLP is hiring a mid-level finance transactions associate. If you are interested in applying or want further details, please contact Cafechica Leo Vaccaro Padrón at lvaccaropadron@venable.com.

Fordham Law School seeks an Executive Director for the Feerick Center for Social Justice.

United is hiring a Counsel-International: Job Description - Counsel- International (HSC00000991)

Clay (About | Clay.com) (Clay, a Sales Tool for the A.I. Era, Raises $100 Million - The New York Times) is hiring a Legal Counsel in NYC: Open roles at Clay | Clay.com

Estee Lauder is hiring an Associate Counsel, Patents in Melville, NY: Legal at New York City and an Associate Counsel, Employment in NYC : Legal at New York City

The Northwest Justice Project is hiring a Temporary Staff Attorney- Medical Legal Practice- for 6 months: MLP.Temporary Staff Attorney.pdf The application deadline is August 22

Columbia Law School is hiring an Associate Director of Human Rights and Public International Law.

Earthjustice is hiring a Senior Attorney in its Midwest Regional Office: Earthjustice Careers - Senior Attorney, Midwest Regional Office

Non-Legal:  Children’s Aid is hiring a Director of Events: Executive Search for Director of Events at Children's Aid | Development Guild DDI

Non-Legal: U.S. Green Banks 50 is hiring an Executive Director: Openings at US Green Bank 50 Applications are due on August 20.

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) seeks a talented Executive Agency Counsel and an  Agency Attorney.

Lawyers Alliance for New York seeks a Staff Attorney with 5 to 15 years of commercial real estate experience and an interest in providing legal assistance to nonprofit organizations.

New Economy Project is hiring for two key positions: Staff Attorney and Paralegal.

POSTED in July 2025:

Lawyers Alliance for New York seeks a Pro Bono Counsel to play a central role in client intake, pro bono attorney recruitment, and volunteer management and recognition. This position offers the opportunity to be involved in some of New York City's most dynamic public interest work and improve the delivery of pro bono services. Qualifications include a J.D. degree and at least 7 years of relevant work experience, including significant people and project management experience. Salary range is $100,000 - $120,000, depending on experience.

Wilson Sonsini is hiring a DEI Manager in NYC: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager - Wilson Sonsini Careers and Careers

The New York State Court of Claims is hiring an Associate Law Clerk for the Hon. Abby R. Perer: 12515.pdf Applications are due on July 29.

The New York State Higher Education Services Corporation is hiring a Senior Attorney in Albany: (99+) Senior Attorney | New York State Higher Education Services Corporation | LinkedIn

Democracy Forward is hiring its first:  Job Application for Civil Service Defense and Innovation Fellow at Democracy Forward | The fellowship is remote, with occasional meetings in D.C. and applications are due on July 25. “The Civil Service Defense and Innovation Fellowship Program is a flagship initiative of Civil Service Strong (CSS) at Democracy Forward. Designed in response to escalating threats to the professional, nonpartisan civil service, the fellowship activates former federal employees and political appointees as researchers, storytellers, and strategic organizers.”         

Cornell Law School is hiring a Local Government Project Attorney in Ithaca, NY for a one year term: Local Government Project Attorney - Cornell Law School - HigherEdJobs   

Common Cause seeks Senior Director, Litigation.

The Legal Aid Society is hiring Supervising Attorneys with Housing law experience to help supervise paralegals in its Emergency Response Team. Supervising Attorneys are needed to fill positions in the Bronx, Brooklyn, or Queens. Minimum of 3 years experience in Housing Law needed.

Senior Practitioner-in-Residence

  • Who: Seton Hall University

  • What: Non-teaching position in the Center for Social Justice, Immigrants’ Rights/International Human Rights Clinic. Represent detained and non-detained immigrants before immigration court and develop a federal court litigation practice

  • Where: Newark, NJ

  • Salary: $85,600 - $117,700

Immigration Unit Program Director

  • Who: BronxWorks

  • What: Provide direct supervision and support staff attorneys specializing in immigration and domestic violence

  • Where: Bronx, NY

  • Salary: $100,000 to $130,000

 Immigration Director

  • Who: Legal Services NYC

  • What: Supervise an interdisciplinary team of six to seven staff attorneys, two paralegals and two social workers while maintaining a limited caseload at an organization seeking racial, social and economic justice for low-income New Yorkers.

  • Where: Brooklyn, NY

Salary: $135,530—$203,296

Legal Fellow

  • Who: Lawyers for Children

  • What: Client interviews, investigation, trial preparation/strategy and courtroom advocacy as a fellow focused on representing children, adolescents and young adults in Special Immigrant Juvenile Rights in the NYC Family Court

  • Where: New York, NY

  • Salary: $82,600-89,600

The General Counsel Division at the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) seeks  an experienced litigator to serve in the Associate General Counsel (AGC) position. Reporting to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, the AGC will be responsible for supervising the GCD’s Regulatory, Affirmative and Licensing Litigation Unit, consisting of a team of lawyers who strategize, research, investigate and prosecute illegal and deceptive business practices by individual businesses and industries.

The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Staff Counsel in the Affirmative, Licensing and Litigation Unit. This attorney will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cases at the New York City Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH) and in State Court against individuals and businesses that violate New York City’s licensing and consumer protection laws. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel.

The General Counsel Division at DCWP seeks an attorney to serve as a Staff Counsel in the License Review Unit, primarily focusing on licensing issues, including the investigation, enforcement, litigation, and counseling, surrounding the City’s tobacco laws and initiatives. This individual will work closely with the Agency’s Licensing and Enforcement divisions.

DCWP is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Staff Counsel within the General Counsel Division, primarily focusing on drafting final agency decisions in response to recommended decisions from the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (“OATH”) for cases brought by DCWP. This position will also review, edit, and draft legislation affecting DCWP. 

Responsive Gov is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor. A legal background is required for this position. You can see the full job description and apply here. 

POSTED in June 2025:

Judge Natacha Carbajal-Evangelista is in need of a law clerk and a paralegal/secretary.  Please send far and wide!

New York University School of Law seeks an Executive Director for its Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law.

Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) is hiring:

NYC Department of Buildings is offering a unique opportunity on the cutting edge of climate policy. DOB has an essential role in implementing and enforcing New York City’s ground-breaking climate policies, including Local Law 97, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the city’s largest buildings. Become a member of DOB’s Bureau of Sustainability Enforcement Team as an Enforcement Attorney.

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is seeking a Director to build a shared vision for a new area of work: one that centers Indigenous Peoples, self-determination, and long-term reciprocity. 

Access Justice Brooklyn in the search for its next President and Chief Executive Officer. 

Guttmacher Institute is hiring a Vice President for Domestic Research | Guttmacher Institute.

Click on this link and scroll down to read about openings in the NYC Law Department: Current Vacancies for Admitted Attorneys - Law Department

The ACLU of Alabama is hiring a Staff Attorney- Immigrants’ Rights: Staff Attorney – Immigrants’ Rights | ACLU of Alabama

EliseAI is hiring a Legal Counsel: Job Application for Legal Counsel at EliseAI

The National Immigration Law Center is hiring a Deputy Director, Legal: National Immigration Law Center - Deputy Director, Legal (Threat Assessment)

Lawfare is hiring a Senior Editor: Come Work With Lawfare, As a Senior Editor! | Lawfare

The Door’s Legal Services Center is hiring a Supervising Attorney.  The Door’s Legal Services Center advances the rights of youth by providing direct legal services in areas such as immigration, public benefits, family law, and housing. Situated within the larger Door community, the Center addresses legal problems in a holistic and client-driven manner. The Supervising Attorney will focus on the Center’s immigration practice and will work with minors who have been released from the ORR shelter system. Applications are due on June 30. Here is a link to the job description:  https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=154832&clientkey=EAD093C2F16746AB084001C2DF77D809

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring a Staff Counsel/Agency Attorney in the Legal Counsel Unit. The Legal Counsel Unit is responsible for providing advice and counsel to DCWP divisions, providing legal support to implement new laws, advising on complex multi-stakeholder license categories, and drafting DCWP contracts and agreements. Application deadline is August 9, 2025. Here is a link to a job description: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/staff-counsel-693142-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-33681

 The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring a  Supervising Enforcement Counsel | City of New York Jobs, a supervising attorney with relevant experience in litigation and issues affecting low-wage workers. Applications are due on 09/09/2025.

Danone is hiring a Senior Counsel, Contracts & IS/IT, a hybrid position based in White Plains, NY, Colorado or Remote. 

The ACLU is hiring a Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney or Senior Counsel, LGBTQ & HIV Project | American Civil Liberties Union

Jazz at Lincoln Center is hiring a Deputy General Counsel in NYC: Current Openings | Recruitment

The Policing Project at NYU Law School is hiring a Senior Counsel — The Policing Project

Kohler is hiring a Counsel, Litigation and Government Affairs, a hybrid position based in Kohler, WI: Career Site

The Tow Foundation is hiring a Program Lead - The Tow Foundation

The NYC Department of Buildings is hiring a Borough Enforcement Attorney - Agency Attorney L2 (Bronx Location). The Borough Enforcement Unit (BEU) is a legal code enforcement unit that prepares all criminal court cases and access warrant applications for the New York City Department of Buildings. BEU also liaises with the New York City Law Department on civil litigation and provides legal guidance to Agency personnel. Under supervision, with wide latitude for independent decision-making, the Enforcement Attorney will be assigned to at least one Borough office and work on proactive enforcement cases and projects with Borough staff, as well as other units in the Enforcement bureau or Department. Applications are due on  06/15/2025.

New York Court of Claims Judge Seth M. Marnin is accepting applications for one (1) position in the Law Clerk to Judge Series. | Judge Marnin presides in the Court of Claims, District of New York (downtown Manhattan). The Court of Claims hears cases against the State for monetary damages. Subject matter jurisdiction includes, but is not limited to, causes of action for wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, labor law, contract disputes, and unjust convictions. There is no monetary cap limiting jurisdiction.

The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit  is hiring a Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York. Microsoft Word - Extension Announcement Applications are due on June 13: Microsoft Word - Application - Extension

Aurora is hiring an Assistant General Counsel, Litigation in California.

The Yale Center for Environmental Justice is hiring a Program Manager: YCEJ Program Manager - Adobe cloud storage

The Wallace Foundation is hiring a Grants Manager | Wallace Foundation