Legal Director

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GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders ("GLAD" or the "Organization") has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a Legal Director.


Organization:
Since 1978, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) has achieved scores of precedent-setting legal victories to end discrimination based on gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and HIV status.
Time after time, GLAD has broken through resistance and prejudice to make real progress for transgender rights, family protections and marriage equality, LGBTQ+ youth rights, protections for people living with HIV and much more.

Overview:
To lead its litigation, legislation and advocacy work into the next chapter, GLAD seeks an experienced and collaborative Legal Director to help steer its nationally renowned and esteemed legal department and legal department staff.
Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the five-person Senior Management Team, the Legal Director will be instrumental in furthering GLAD's vision.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and creative thought leader to shape organizational and legal strategy on behalf of the communities GLAD serves at a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights.

Experience:
8+ years of litigation experience in an LGBTQ+ civil rights or nonprofit legal organization or comparable environment in private practice, government, or academia.
The ideal candidate for the Legal Director should have a deep understanding of how impact litigation, legislation, policy, and public education strategies are employed to expand civil rights and a strong understanding of how multifaceted identities impact the lived experiences of the LGBTQ+ community and inform its legal strategies.

Location/Relocation:
Northeastern seaboard with a strong preference for Boston, MA.

Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $220,000, depending on years of relevant experience.


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