Legal Counsel, Public Policy (Free Speech/Censorship)

The role

The Legal Counsel, Public Policy will serve on the Government Affairs team to manage legislative and public policy work. This person will provide legal counsel on legislation and policies regarding free speech and censorship.

What you will do

• Draft legislation and policies related to free speech and preventing censorship.
• Review, track, and report on a federal and state legislative portfolio.
• Develop working knowledge of new legislation and its impact on issue areas.
• Work with experts to develop analysis, position papers, and summaries of legislation.
• Conduct research and prepare reports analyzing court precedent.
• Travel to meet with policy groups, legislators, and stakeholders.
• Provide in-person, virtual, and written testimony and presentations.
• Encourage and facilitate working relationships with government and policy allies.
• Speak publicly to the media and before crowds.
• Work collaboratively within the ADF team and with external allies.

Required qualifications

• J.D.
• active license in at least one US state bar
• capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year
• 1+ years of experience in public policy advocacy, governmental relations/affairs, or legislative work at the federal or state level

Nice to have

• Familiarity with federal and state legislative processes and procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge of policy and constitutional issues related to free speech and censorship
• Proven legislative advocacy and analysis skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate federal and state governmental issues, rules, regulations, and legislation
• Demonstrated high-level and effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on internal and external teams
• Willingness to work in a frenetic and fluid legislative/political environment
• Flexibility and effectiveness in handling multiple and complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key federal and state legislative staff and advocacy organizations

Benefits

• 100% covered medical and dental insurance
• medical and dependent care reimbursement
• paid disability
• long-term care
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
• paid time off
• 12 paid holidays each year

Before you apply

• Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you

About the company

Alliance Defending Freedom protects religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights.