Legal Director

Summary

Join the Abortion Coalition for Telemedicine (ACT) as their Legal Director and spearhead their legal and legislative efforts to expand access to abortion care through telemedicine. This role involves developing and implementing legal strategies to challenge restrictive laws, monitoring the legal landscape, building coalitions of attorneys, overseeing litigation, and advocating for legislation that protects and expands access to telemedicine abortion care. You will also be responsible for risk mitigation, compliance, public speaking, project management, and supervising the legal team. ACT offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and a competitive salary.

Requirements

• A fierce and unwavering commitment to reproductive freedom and abortion access
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to and good standing with at least one state bar
• Minimum of 7 years of post-JD experience with a demonstrated track record of successful litigation and/or legislative advocacy, preferably in the areas of reproductive rights, healthcare law, and/or civil rights
• Proven ability to develop and execute aggressive legal and legislative strategies
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Exceptional public speaking and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal issues clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects independently and meet deadlines with minimal administrative support
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and anti-oppression values, with experience fostering a workplace culture that embraces and prioritizes these principles in internal leadership and operations

Responsibilities

• Work with the Executive Director to develop and implement proactive legal strategies to challenge restrictive state and federal laws hindering telemedicine abortion access
• Identify litigation opportunities, collaborate with external counsel, and directly engage in legal advocacy
• Stay informed about relevant legal and legislative developments affecting telemedicine abortion access
• Proactively monitor the legal landscape to identify emerging threats and opportunities
• Develop and implement legal strategies and create coalitions of attorneys to protect legal access to abortion via telemedicine
• Build and lead networks of legal professionals to amplify our impact
• Oversee legal challenges and litigation when necessary
• Be prepared to manage and direct legal battles to defend and expand access
• Work closely with policy and advocacy teams to analyze, develop, and advocate for legislation and policies that protect and expand access to telemedicine abortion care
• This includes developing a comprehensive legislative plan and prioritizing key initiatives at the national level to maximize impact
• Work with pro bono counsel to identify and assess legal risks to ACT's operations and telemedicine abortion care
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and ensure regulatory compliance in partnership with external counsel
• Serve as a compelling spokesperson for ACT on legal and policy matters, presenting at conferences, participating in media interviews, and engaging with stakeholders
• Collaborate effectively and transparently with allies and other organizations, ensuring all partnerships advance ACT's mission
• Independently manage complex legal and legislative projects, ensuring timely completion and effective communication
• Be prepared to be on the front lines of the abortion battle, actively participating in strategic discussions, rapid response efforts, and public advocacy campaigns
• Supervise and mentor legal team members ( currently including a Law Fellow, but will grow in the near future), providing guidance and ensuring effective project execution
• Serve as a key member of the organization's leadership team, contributing to the overall strategic direction and guiding ACT's growth and impact
• Work closely with Medical team leadership to create tangible, proactive legal solutions to support telemedicine providers

Benefits

• Employer-covered medical insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 13 standard and 4 floating  paid holidays per calendar year
• A 401k plan with employer contributions
• 120 hours of vacation time per year, as well as paid sick and personal time