Description

The Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association (LAPPA) is a small, federally-funded, nonprofit organization whose mission is to conduct legal and legislative research and analysis and draft model state legislation to assist criminal justice and healthcare policymakers and practitioners who want comprehensive, fair, and effective law and policy in the areas of substance use disorder, public health, and public safety.  

LAPPA is seeking an entry level legislative attorney to work with its team of attorneys to perform research and comparative analyses of state laws and regulations. This position is funded through a federal grant.

The position is remote, so the ideal candidate must be independent and a self-starter. The best candidate will: (1) be able to manage multiple projects; (2) be detail-oriented; (3) like working within tight deadlines and for a fast-paced organization; (4) be able to operate within a bipartisan framework; and (5) enjoy public policy work.

Requirements

       A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar.  

       Excellent legal and legislative research, writing, analysis, and communications skills.

       Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to work independently.

       The ability to write documents in a non-partisan, objective fashion.

       Strong applicants will have experience in and knowledge about substance use disorder at the intersection of public health and public safety.