Senior Staff or Staff Attorney, Inclusion & Anti-Extremism
Southern Poverty Law Center · Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA, Washington, D.C.
Posted 22 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 22 days Southern Poverty Law Center's roles stay open a median of 27 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 5% of Southern Poverty Law Center's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Southern Poverty Law Center
- moderate 5 stale, 0 reposted of 20 open
- Hiring momentum
- 25 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Southern Poverty Law Center's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Southern Poverty Law Center.
About this role
The SPLC is looking for a Senior Staff Attorney or Staff Attorney to join their Inclusion and Anti-Extremism Advocacy & Litigation Team. This role involves investigating and litigating cases against hate groups and white supremacists, while advocating for the rights of targeted communities. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, representing clients in court, and collaborating with community organizations.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Southern Poverty Law Center as an employer.
What you need
- Demonstrated experience and/or interest in litigating in federal and state courts at the trial and appellate levels
- Experience working with community organizations and grassroots campaigns
- Demonstrated interest and commitment to dismantling white supremacy
- Ability to synthesize complex issues and communicate effectively
- Demonstrated ability to conduct legal research and factual investigations
- Ability to take calculated risks in crafting and executing strategies
What you get
- Minimum starting salary of $78,832.00 annually, based on legal experience post law school
- Salary increases based on years of experience
- Remote work options available
Worth weighing
- No specific details on additional benefits beyond salary
- The role involves significant litigation responsibilities which may require a strong commitment to social justice issues
- Work is under general office conditions, with no strenuous physical demands
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