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Job Description - Contract Attorney (Law Clerk to Hearings Division) (2500067M)
Job Description
Contract Attorney (Law Clerk to Hearings Division) - ( 2500067M )
Description
C ontract Attorney (Law Clerk to Hearings Division)
General Statement of Duties
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), the independent state agency that enforces the Commonwealths anti-discrimination laws (e.g. M.G.L Ch. 151B), is seeking a contract attorney. The contract attorney will serve as a Law Clerk through December 31, 2025 (or later period as exclusively determined by the MCAD, with the MCAD having the option to renew) to its Hearings Division. Among other tasks, the Hearings Division conducts public hearings and issues hearing decisions pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A and M.G.L. c. 151B, 5. Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Hearing Officer, the Law Clerk will assist the Hearings Division with legal research and legal writing and other work deemed helpful for carrying out the divisions activities.
Detailed Duties
Minimum Qualifications
1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree
2. Licensed to practice law
3. Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of law
4. Knowledge of procedures followed in courtroom and administrative agency proceedings
5. Ability to conduct legal research and legal writing
6. Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment
7. Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of people
8. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, to clearly and conciselyexpress thoughts and develop ideas in a logical manner
9. Ability to use a computer to conduct legal research and produce written documents
10. Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
11. Ability to safeguard confidential information
12. Ability to complete work in a timely manner
Preferred Qualifications
This is a short-term, remote contract position up to 5 hours a week (20 hours a month max) expected to end December 31, 2025. Incumbents will not be eligible for Commonwealth employee benefits.
Please submit a brief (less than 10 pages) writing sample with your resume.
Qualifications
Please see Preferred Qualifications
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title : Attorneys/Legal Services
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Shirani A. Jimenez - 6179946029
Bargaining Unit : Non
Confidential : No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes
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