[blindlaw] FW: [DRBA] Bazelon Center seeks experienced attorney

[Nightingale, Noel]

From: Disability Discussion Docket (3D) of the Commission on Disability Rights [mailto:3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG] On Behalf Of Phelan, William
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 9:10 AM
To: 3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG
Subject: [ABA-3D] FW: [DRBA] Bazelon Center seeks experienced attorney

Job opening in DC.


William J. Phelan, IV, Esq.
Special Projects and Technology Coordinator
  Commission on Disability Rights
American Bar Association

william.phelan at americanbar.org<mailto:william.phelan at americanbar.org>
http://www.americanbar.org/disabilityrights

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From: Ira Burnim
Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 1:28 PM
To:
Subject: [DRBA] Bazelon Center seeks experienced attorney

Job announcement attached and below.

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Bazelon Center Seeks Experienced Attorney
The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law seeks an attorney with at least 5-7 years of experience to help develop and litigate ground-breaking cases that advance the rights of adults and children with mental disabilities.  The Center, a national advocacy organization founded in 1972, is a leader in promoting community integration and self-determination for people with mental disabilities, including by reforming public service systems.  The Center's staff includes six lawyers, four policy advocates, and other professionals.
Current litigation priorities include: implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act's integration mandate, preventing the incarceration of individuals with mental illnesses, securing a quality education for children with emotional disturbance, and enforcing entitlements under the Medicaid Act.   In addition to working in trial courts, Center attorneys are engaged in Supreme Court and other appellate advocacy, lobby federal agencies, and provide support to state-based advocacy organizations.
Applicants should have a strong commitment to civil rights, as well as excellent analytic and writing skills.  A background in public interest law, especially disability law, is preferred.
Salary depends on qualifications and experience.  Excellent benefits, including flexible schedule.  Individuals with disabilities and members of other minority groups are encouraged to apply.  To apply, please submit a resume, a list of references, and two writing samples to:
Ira Burnim, Legal Director
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
1101 15th Street, N.W., Suite 1212
Washington, D.C.  20005
irab at bazelon.org<mailto:irab at bazelon.org>

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The job remains open if listed at http://bazelon.org/Who-We-Are/Careers-andInternships.aspx.

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Ira A. Burnim
Bazelon Center
1101 15th Street, NW, Suite 1212
Washington, DC  20005
202-467-5730 x320
irabster at gmail.com<mailto:irabster at gmail.com>
www.bazelon.org<http://www.bazelon.org/>
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