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The National Family Farm Coalition has a new job opportunity! We are seeking a Government Relations Coordinator to join our policy team. This is a full time, salaried ($85,000-100,000) position in Washington, DC.
REI is looking for someone to manage the co-op’s state and local government affairs practice and will be instrumental in advocating for policies that support REI's climate and sustainability goals. For more information visit: https://www.rei.jobs/jobs/24602?lang=en-us.
Friends of the Earth is searching for a Senior Policy Advocate, School Food Policy. For more information visit: https://foe.bamboohr.com/careers/130.
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is seeking a new team member to join its Public Policy team who is passionate about American agriculture and the policies that affect the agricultural industry. For more information visit: https://nasda.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1351333-169228.html.
American Farmland Trust is seeking a National Policy Director to expand synergies between our state and federal policy work, increase the capacity of the national team, and provide additional strategic leadership and management. This position can be remote. For more information visit https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=123761&clientkey=4A4769032E64A4A7D44E8F65984C2E4B.
USDA is looking for an Attorney Advisor to provide legal and technical advice, opinions, and guidance on eDiscovery in the contexts of litigation, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), internal and external investigations, and Congressional oversight inquiries as it relates to the Department's legal obligations and compliance functions. For more information, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/821543600.
Latitude Legal is currently searching for an In-House Regional Legal Counsel for a food and beverage company in Louisville, Kentucky. This Regional Counsel role includes responsibility for advising the commercial teams on a wide number of matters. This includes reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, advising on corporate governance, risk, antitrust, competition and anti-bribery issues, partnering with the compliance department on national and global best practices and privacy policies, and researching/monitoring regulatory matters relevant to manufacturing and sales in the food and beverage industry.
Click here to apply on Latitude Legal's website: https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/6275
Cargill's size and scale allows them to make a positive impact in the world. Their purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. They are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. They connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. They connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love and connect families with daily essentials - from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel.
Cargill is currently searching for an Intellectual Property Attorney. The attorney will handle the intellectual property affairs for the company with collaboration from senior lawyers. This role will be responsible for managing a significant patent portfolio and for advising and representing the organization on legal issues primarily concerning patent and trade secret matters.
Click the link to apply: https://careers.cargill.com/en/job/wayzata/intellectual-property-attorney/23251/72040110176
Conservation Law Fund protects New England's environment for the benefit of all people. They use the law, science, and the market to create solutions that preserve our natural resources, build healthy communities, and sustain a vibrant economy. Thanks to CLF's relentless advocacy - in courtrooms, in statehouses, and in boardrooms from New England to D.C. - today Boston Harbor is the pride of the city, Georges Bank is free from oil and gas rigs, Lake Champlain's polluted waters are getting cleaner, and New England's remaining obsolete coal plants are on the verge of shutting down for good. CLF creates comprehensive long-term solutions to environmental challenges. CLF is a critical mover in building a new energy infrastructure, restoring the health of our oceans, countering climate change, and safeguarding the health, quality of life, and economic prosperity of our families and neighbors for generations to come.
CLF is currently hiring in various positions. Click the links below to explore each one!
Senior Attorney - Ocean Conservation
The Legal Office of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations provides legal advisory services to governments on food and agriculture and natural resources (including land, water, fisheries and aquaculture, plants, animals, food, forestry, wildlife, environment, climate change and biodiversity), as well as general agricultural issues (institutions, trade, & economic reform). It ensures that FAO's activities are carried out in accordance with its Constitution and the other Basic Texts of the Organization, consistent with its status as an intergovernmental organization of the United Nations system, and its relations with governments, organizations, and individuals are based on a sound legal basis.
The FAO is currently hiring for a Legal Specialist on the Right to Adequate Food. That role will be responsible for:
Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture. They design our products and services to help tackle some of the world's biggest challenges, and to serve the most essential human needs of health and nutrition.
Bayer is currently searching for State Regulatory Engagement to lead the overall BCS U.S. state regulatory engagement strategy to promote and defend license to operate in all U.S. state and territories across all platforms, to include Crop Protection, Seed Applied Solutions, Seeds & Traits, and Biologicals. In this role, you will build and maintain effective and trusting relationships with US State regulatory authorities, to understand key emerging issues, and set engagement strategies. You will also be responsible for engagement with State Lead Agencies. Additionally, you will be accountable to ensure issues are analyzed, manages, and timely communicated to key internal stakeholders all for the purpose of timely regulatory registrations across the states.
Click here to apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4063895069/?alternateChannel=search&refId=OuAZTcXb6JKVhKj8ktFqFg%3D%3D&trackingId=xBEoOgGx4UrWhC2x71a%2BBA%3D%3D
The Florida Legislature is currently searching for an Attorney for the Commerce Committee in Tallahassee, Florida. This position will focus on issues related to agriculture, agricultural products, aquaculture, food safety, fruits and vegetables, livestock, pesticides, the animal industry, and the plant industry. The Attorney will conduct legal research related to assigned topics and issues; analyze legislation, draft bills, amendments, analyses of bills, and other documents; and provide counsel and advice to legislators and legislative committees.
Click here to apply and learn more: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/4729350-0/legislative-analyst-attorney-commerce-committee
Conterra Ag Capital is an ag lending institution that focuses exclusively on agriculture. They provide loan servicing, alternative lending and asset management to institutional investors, banks, farmers, ranchers and other agricultural lenders throughout the United States.
Conterra Ag Capital, a growing agricultural lending and asset management company located in West Des Moines and serving agricultural producers nationwide, is seeking an Associate Counsel to join its Legal Department. The Associate Counsel will report to Senior Counsel and work closely with a team of attorneys, closers, and services to document, close, and service commercial agriculture loans oriented across the country. The Associate Counsel will also support the performance, representation, direction, and oversight of assigned legal and compliance activities for Conterra and its subsidiaries/affiliates. Ideal candidates will have a working knowledge of ag real estate and/or commercial lending.
Click here to learn more: https://www.conterraag.com/ag-careers/ag-careers-associate-counsel/
Maryland is a leader in addressing climate change with a comprehensive program for mitigation and adaptation. The current goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40% by 2030 and an intent for net zero by 2045. This goal is complemented by ongoing programs for coastal resilience, adaptation to more intense storms, more severe floods, extensive droughts and heat waves. These state-wide efforts are guided by the Maryland Commission on Climate Change (MCCC).
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Sciences is currently searching for a Science Policy Fellow. The Science Policy Fellow, working with experts within the University System of Maryland (USM) and Second Nature, will lead the development of a report describing conceptual pathways for the UMCES to achieve net zero. In addition, the Fellow will collaborate with experts across USM to develop recommendations for tracking progress, sharing knowledges across the USM institutions and documenting practices that could be adopted by other organizations in Maryland and beyond. The Science Policy Fellow will staff and participate in the MCCC Science and Technical Working Group (STWG) meetings as well as attend MCCC meetings. The Fellow will be able to participate in any STWG activity that suits their background and professional interests.
Applications are due December 16, 2024. Click here to apply!
The Antitrust Division at the Maryland Office of the Attorney General is responsible for enforcing the Maryland Antitrust Act as well as the federal antitrust laws where there is a significant impact in Maryland. The Division investigated and pursues enforcement actions against potentially anticompetitive mergers and other conduct that might violate civil and criminal antitrust laws. Division attorneys represent the state of Maryland in national and local antitrust matters that have a direct and/or indirect impact on Marylanders and also advise state agencies on issues of immunity from antitrust laws.
The Maryland OAG is currently hiring an Agricultural Antitrust Fellow will focus on the state of Maryland and prioritize efforts to investigate and understand agricultural and retail food competition issues, with a focus on urban and rural areas throughout the state. The Fellow will work closely with the Assistant Attorneys General in the Division to bring enforcement actions where warranted.
Applications close on November 26, 2024. Click here to apply!
The New Mexico State University Department of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources is committed to providing the citizens of New Mexico with research based, practical and applied educational programming that meet the demands New Mexico has in the agricultural and natural resource communities. The Extension Animal Science and Natural Resources department provides educational information to the public, on public land policy, grazing management, brush and weed control, riparian management, livestock and dairy production and wildlife management.
NMSU is searching for a dynamic individual to serve as an innovative and collaborative extension specialist in the Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources Department (EASNR) in the College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES). The Legal and Policy Specialist would conduct analysis and provide professional interpretation on federal, state, and county statutes and policies influencing agriculture and natural resources in New Mexico. As a member of the Cooperative Extension Service, the Legal and Policy Specialist would be teaching and providing scholarly programs beyond the classroom to a broad diversity of New Mexico citizens and stakeholders. The position would not have a formal teaching appointment but would be available to guest lecture in the classroom.
Click here to learn more about the job and apply: https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/extension-specialist-agricultural-legal-policy-specialist-las-cruces-new-mexico-united-states
The International Affairs, Food Assistance, and Farm and Rural Programs Division is responsible for the legal advice for the activities supervised by the Under Secretaries for Rural Development; Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services; and Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services, and some programs under the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC). This division works on a wide variety of programs including: the National School Lunch Program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Foreign Agricultural Service International Trade and Donation Programs, the Federal Crop Insurance Program, the CCC Commodity Programs, and various loan, guaranteed loan and grant programs for Farm Service Agency, Rural Housing Service, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and Rural Utilities Service.
The duties of the Attorney Advisors are:
The International Affairs, Food Assistance, and Farm and Rural Programs Division is responsible for the legal advice for the activities supervised by the Under Secretaries for Rural Development; Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services; and Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services, and some programs under the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC). This division works on a wide variety of programs including: the National School Lunch Program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Foreign Agricultural Service International Trade and Donation Programs, the Federal Crop Insurance Program, the CCC Commodity Programs, and various loan, guaranteed loan and grant programs for Farm Service Agency, Rural Housing Service, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and Rural Utilities Service.
The duties of the Supervisory General Attorney are:
IFDC is a public international organization active in 27 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to identify and scale sustainable agricultural solutions, including improved nutrient use efficiency. These approaches are needed to boost soil health and crop productivity while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer use. IFDC translates research into action by using locally driven, environmentally sound, and impact-oriented solutions. With their partners, they seek to close the yield gap, eradicate global hunger, safeguard the soil on which our lives depend, and generate economic resilience for farming households and the countries in which they live.
IFDC is currently searching for General Counsel to provide legal services to their organization and will serve as a legal advisor to the Board. In addition to the management role, the General Counsel will serve as counsel guiding the Board on legal matters and ensuring the organization's compliance with laws and regulations.
UPSIDE Foods has spent nearly a decade working together to create cultivated meat that's good for people and our plant. UPSIDE Foods grows meat, poultry, and seafood directly from real animal cells. These products are not vegan or vegetarian - they are delicious meat, made without the need to raise and slaughter billions of animals. In doing so, the company aims to address some of the most pressing environmental, animal welfare, and public health challenges, while still giving people the meat they love.
They are currently searching for General Counsel. General Counsel will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and a strategic partner to the CEO and the Board of Directors. This role will be instrumental in shaping the future of UPSIDE Foods as the company scaled its operations and navigates the evolving regulatory landscape of cultivated meat. The General Counsel will lead all legal, regulatory, government affairs, compliance, and corporate governance matters, providing expert guidance on complex issues and fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and ethical business practices.
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Wayne-Sanderson Farms is the nation's third-largest poultry producer, with more than 26,000 teams members and over 2,000 family farmers who are dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable poultry products to customers and consumers around the world.
They are currently hiring an Associate General Counsel who provides legal guidance surrounding company activities, policies, practices and procedures to management in a manner that is timely, proactive, practical, cost-effective, and meets the highest legal, ethical, and professional standards.
Click here to learn more and apply for this position: https://waynefarms.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WayneFarms/details/Associate-General-Counsel_2024-39532?jobFamilyGroup=31b8a9a0575810fca51fc80e79eb39dc
Heaven Hill is the largest independent, family-owned and operated distilled spirits supplier in the country. They are currently searching for Associate General Counsel who will provide oversight of the legal function within the company. The individuals will act as the primary manager for all legal counsel worldwide, offering comprehensive legal advice and risk analysis across various topics, particularly the alcohol beverage industry.
Click here to apply and learn more: https://www.tealhq.com/job/associate-general-counsel_e1536f58-a18a-4d57-b3f3-9968598c94cd
The University of Arkansas is currently searching for a Staff Attorney to become a part of the School of Law Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) team! The position is responsible for collaborative development, execution and maintenance of a regulatory portfolio and tribal governance/tribal economic development strategy for IFAI located within the University of Arkansas School of Law. The Staff Attorney will work directly with the tribal governments on matters of governance and economic development, tribal colleges, intertribal organizations, and federal government agencies as well as the partners to the Initiative in the execution of Initiative programs.
Click this link to apply: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Staff-Attorney_R0063332?q=Indigenous+Food+and+Ag&locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249
Applications due December 11, 2024.
ADM is a global leader in both human and animal nutrition. They utilize the power and provisions of nature to create ingredients and solutions that generate safe, healthy, and sustainable nutrition for people and animals around the world. ADM brings nutritional solutions to those who need them. From their vast portfolio of ingredients that can satisfy and fulfill nutritional needs to their ability to innovate full formula, consumer-relevant, science-based nutrition solutions proactively or through co-creation with customers. ADM creates capabilities to sustainably manage and add value to every part of the global nutrition supply chain through operational proficiency with a worldwide footprint.
ADM is currently searching for Senior Counsel in Food Safety & Quality Regulatory in Washington, DC. Senior Counsel will report to ADM's Chief Counsel for Litigation and Regulatory Law and work closely with ADM's Segment Chief Counsels and ADM's Regulatory and Scientific Affairs department. They will be responsible for providing legal guidance and support on all matters related to food safety, quality assurance, and related regulatory compliance.
Click here to read more about this food law opportunity and to apply on ADM's website!
US Foods is one of America's great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 250,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 30,000 employees and more than 70 locations, they provide their customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology, and business solutions.
US Foods is currently searching for Senior Counsel to serve as the Company's litigation counsel providing advice and guidance to management on a wide variety of litigation issues which arise from the day-to-day operations of a growing, complex public company. The assignments require direct contract with internal and external clients, the ability to handle complex legal issues, the ability to work independently, critical judgment, and the ability to identify and minimize potential legal exposure and risk.
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Danone is a global leader in healthy food through its three businesses Essential Dairy and Plant Based Products, Waters, and Specialized Nutrition. Its mission, bringing health through food to as many people as possible, embodies its commitment to human progress and business success. Danone started its corporate venture arm, Danone Ventures (DV) to identify early-stage food and foodtech start-ups that share their vision of a future of healthy and sustainable food.
Danone Ventures is looking for Legal Counsel to provide legal, regulatory, and compliance support to DV's activities through the review, design, implementation, and management of investment and partnership projects with existing and prospective start-up portfolio companies.
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Associated British Foods, through it US subsidiary of ACH Food Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced food law lawyer for its Corporate Counsel - Food Law and Regulatory, North American position. The role is a unique opportunity with primary exposure to the entire family of grocery businesses within Associated British Foods North America. The Corporate Counsel will report to an Associate General Counsel, Grocery Category, and be a member of the legal department located in Oakbrook, Illinois, or work remotely from Twinings North American headquarters in Clifton, New Jersey.
Click here to learn more about this food law opportunity and to apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=67425036-ba68-4508-83c0-5bb3ef87238c&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=433186
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. provides free legal assistance to low-income clients in 13 counties and to migrant farmworkers throughout the State of Florida. Their agency has been in existence since 1966. The purpose of this position is to provide services to migrant farmworkers and their families throughout the State of Florida, concentrating primarily on legal issues involving employment, housing, public benefit, and civil rights. They are currently searching for a Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director.
The Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director will ensure that FRLS Migrant Department is staffed to manage and facilitate the services needed for the State of Florida. The Director will lead a team that provides comprehensive legal services to farmworker clients with agricultural, employment and housing law related matters, including unemployment, wage theft, discrimination, housing, labor-based U-visas, and labor trafficking.
Click this link to apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2815955/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Migrant-Farmworker-Advocacy-Director
Farm Credit Bank of Texas is a $37.5 billion wholesale bank that has been financing agriculture and rural America for over 100 years. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, they provide funding and services to rural lending associations in five states, and are active in the nation's capital markets. Farm Credit is currently searching for Associate General Counsel in their Austin, Texas office. The application closes 10/27/2024.
Click here to see the job posting: https://farmcredit.com/job/associate-general-counsel-3/
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, headed by the Commissioner of Agriculture, has a broad range of powers, functions and duties under various chapters of the Florida Statutes and, in carrying these out, has employed approximately 3500 employees assigned through several divisions and various offices. To assist and guide the Commissioner and the employees in carrying out their responsibilities, the Commissioner has assigned the department's legal work to a General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, Senior Attorneys, Attorneys and appropriate support staff.
They are currently searching for a Senior Attorney who must exhibit a high degree of independent, professional judgment, an intimate knowledge of the law, an ability and skill to handle complex litigation and all types of administrative actions as well as an ability to research and interpret complex provisions of the law as it relates to the powers, duties and functions of an agency are required of a Senior Attorney.
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The Attorney for the Agriculture, Conservation, & Resilience Subcommittee will function as a legal expert on environmental matters and conservation of Florida's natural resources, including air, water, land, and wildlife, and forestry. Under supervision of the staff director and policy chief, the attorney applies this expertise when researching and preparing staff analyses, reports, legislation, and amendments; responding to inquiries; and developing correspondence. The attorney also provides counsel and advice to legislative committees.
Click this link to learn more about this opportunity: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/4693286-0/attorney-agriculture-conservation-resiliency-subcommittee?source=GoInhouse.com&utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
This is an update request from Professor Thomas Mitchell, the Director of the Initiative on Land, Housing & Property Rights at Boston College Law School.
The Initiative on Land, Housing & Property Rights will be expanding over the course of the next 18 months. A few months ago, we were fortunate to have been awarded three capacity building grants that will enable us to hire 6 full-time staff people and 2 part-time graduate/professional students, though the hiring will be staggered. I want to share 3 job opportunities with you that we are currently seeking to fill.
Corteva Agriscience is the only major agriscience company in the world completely dedicated to agriculture. Their purpose is to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generation to come. Their inspiration is to be a market shaper, driving the next generation of agriculture products that help farms and farmers flourish and through partnering with society becoming the most trusted partner in the global agriculture and food community.
Corteva Agriscience is currently searching for Lead Counsel in IP Litigation. This position will be responsible for providing legal and strategic advice and counsel to internal clients and legal colleagues on a range of issues related to the protection of the Company's Intellectual Property as well as managing outside counsel in litigation.
Click here to learn more about this opportunity: https://careers.corteva.com/job-en/20302593/lead-counsel-ip-litigation-johnston-ia/?src=JB-10440
Adams & Martin Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Water Law Partner to join their esteemed legal team in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in water law, with a proven track record of success in managing complex cases and representing clients in various water-related legal matters.
The Water Law Partner responsibilities include:
Maryland Legal Aid has an immediate opening for a full-time Supervising Attorney position in the Farmworker Unit, Statewide Advocacy Support Unit. The Supervising Attorney focuses on employment and migrant farmworker law in all jurisdictions in the State where growers utilize H2A and agricultural workers. This is a state-wide position with significant state-wide and regional outreach, and which focuses on employment and farmworker law.
Supervising Attorney duties include outreach to agricultural workers employed by growers in Maryland and Delaware, advocacy such as community economic development projects to address the unmet needs of seasonal and migrant workers, and legislative and policy work.
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Bartlett is a diverse agribusiness focused on the acquisition, storage, transportation, processing, and merchandising of grain. Bartlett is currently hiring Corporate Counsel to work on complex issues in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position will provide legal advice and counsel to development and operating teams primarily in the Agriculture Sector, but also throughout the organization on commercial agreements, regulatory support, procurement support and other sector and company needs.
Click this link to learn more about this job opportunity: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/corporate-counsel-at-bartlett-4027662004/
The Farmers Business Network (FBN) is on a mission to power the prosperity of family farmers and rural communities around the world, transforming how the world farms with an integrated technology-enabled agricultural platform. FBN offers high ROI farm inputs, fintech and sustainability products and services powered by network data, and farm-tested insights from their global farmer community. FBN's platform helps FBN members make confident decisions to ensure the economic viability of their farms, while also empowering them to be a part of the solution as the global community confronts its most pressing issues: providing food security for growing a growing population, transitioning to more sustainable agriculture, and responding to climate change.
FBN is searching for Corporate Counsel to support a varied array of the Company's businesses while also interacting and supporting various groups across the company.
Click here to learn more about this job opportunity with the Farmers Business Network!
The Farm & Freedom Division of the Office of the Attorney General in Iowa is searching for an Assistant Attorney. The Farm & Freedom Division generally handles the Office of the Attorney General's highest-profile and most complex civil litigation. That includes defending State laws and rules, suing the federal government to keep it within its constitutional and statutory limits, and protecting the public by representing the State and its officers in major civil litigation.
Learn more here: https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov/about-us/employment/job-postings/assistant-attorney-general--farm-and-freedom-division
The Texas Department of Agriculture is currently searching for an Assistant General Counsel. The Assistant General Counsel will provide advanced legal services for the Trade and Business Development Division's Office of Rural Affairs, State Office of Rural Health, and Grants Office of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) including supporting the Community Development Block Grant Program, rural health grant programs, Texas Agricultural Finance Authority, agricultural grant programs and other federally and state funded rural economic development grant programs and related boards and committees.
Check out the job posting for this agricultural law opportunity by clicking here!
The Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) is a dynamic foreign affairs agency with 90 offices around the world. Foreign Service Officers are responsible for supporting FAS efforts in agricultural trade promotion; market intelligence, trade policy; trade capacity building and food security.
The FAS is currently searching for a Foreign Agricultural Affairs Officer. Foreign Agricultural Affairs Officers are tasked with:
University of Wisconsin-Madison's Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts. They are currently hiring a Farm Labor Outreach Specialist to work with producers and agribusiness professionals to address challenges and incorporate research findings into outreach and education in workforce development/training and human resource management, that will help inform decisions for profitable, healthy farm businesses.
This position does not require a J.D., but it is an amazing opportunity for those with an interest in ag labor and employment and are looking to get their foot in the door of academia!
Check out the job posting by clicking this link: https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/farm-labor-outreach-specialist-madison-wisconsin-united-states
Ferrero is a family-owned company consisting of iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno®, and Kinder Surprise®! Ferrero is searching for an Assistant General Counsel who will be responsible for providing a broad range of legal services with a significant focus on food law, marketing law, regulatory matters and commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
Click here to learn more about Ferrero and this food law opportunity!
Farmworker Justice is a national non-profit organization dedicated to empowering farmworkers to improve their living and working conditions, occupational safety, immigration status, health, and access to justice. FJ is currently hiring a Staff Attorney who will play a crucial role in advancing justice, equality, and dignity for farmworkers across the nation. The Staff Attorney will engage in strategic advocacy efforts and represent farmworkers and their organizations in lawsuits challenging illegal actions by government and private employers.
Check out the job here: https://farmworker-justice-fund-inc.careerplug.com/jobs/2606806/apps/new
The Agricultural Worker and Immigrant Rights Practice Group advocacy focuses on keeping families together, empowering vulnerable populations, and building a stronger community for agricultural workers, immigrants, and refugees throughout Ohio. They are currently searching for a Managing Attorney to provide legal representation to agricultural workers and immigrants. The Managing Attorney will lead a team of passionate and skillful advocates committed to advancing systematic change and racial justice in immigrants' and agricultural workers rights through community outreach, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and individual representation.
Learn more about the job role here: https://www.nlada.org/node/77171
Braun & Gresham works with rural landowners across Texas to provide expert legal advice and representation to help clients navigate the complexities of property law, land disputes, agricultural issues, and more! Braun & Gresham is currently seeking an attorney with a strong understanding of Texas property laws, land use regulations, and agricultural law.
See the job posting here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3977791934/?alternateChannel=search&refId=HBtX0UTYaYHw7myiKQccbg%3D%3D&trackingId=6IVZMeZo1ptgAEMlqsj12g%3D%3D
The David Braff Animal Law Center at Cleveland State University is currently hiring a Supervising Attorney for their Clinic! The Animal Law Clinic focuses on justice for animals, including the prosecution of domestic animal abuse cases, curbing puppy mills, dog fighting and roadside circus abuse, and fighting against wildlife, exotic, and farmed animal abuses. The Supervising Attorney will be responsible for developing policy initiatives for the Clinic, teaching the Clinic seminar, identifying clients, managing cases, supervising and being responsible for student casework, communicating with clients, and handling Clinic cases and projects.
Click this link to apply or learn more: https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/22839
The Office of the Attorney General in Richmond, VA is looking for an attorney to provide assistance to other lawyers in the Environmental Section, including advising and representing state natural resources agencies and may split duties working with the Environmental Section's Animal Law Unit, which prosecutes alleged violators of the Commonwealth's animal laws. The hired attorney will also research and draft pleasings for civil, criminal, and appellate courts and will appear in court. Practice areas include environmental, administrative, wildlife, energy, and Indian law.
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California Farm Bureau is California's largest farm organization and works to protect family farms and ranches on behalf of its nearly 27,000 members statewide and as part of a nationwide network of more than 5.5 million members. CFB is looking for associate counsel to conduct research in environment, water, and land use law, represent CFB effectively in negotiations and disputes, and collaborate with internal and external teams to formulate and execute strategic legal actions.
Click here to learn more and see the job posting on CFB's website:
https://www.cfbf.com/about-the-farm-bureau/careers/job-postings/associate-counsel1
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The Sohagi Law Group is seeking an associate attorney with experience in land use and environmental law to represent their public agency clients in CEQA, NEPA, air quality and climate change, planning and zoning, and related issues. For more information check out the job posting on their website here.
An LL.M. Alumnus who works with the USDA Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) referred this post to us. He has really enjoyed his work and the opportunities presented. Check it out!
The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is a small but dynamic foreign affairs agency with approximately 90 offices around the world. Overseas, Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) are responsible for supporting FAS efforts in agricultural trade promotion; market intelligence, trade policy; trade capacity building and food security. FSOs can expect to spend about a quarter of their career serving in USDA/FAS headquarters in Washington, D.C., in positions throughout the agency.
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/809398700
Legal Impact for Chickens is a new 501(c)(3) litigation nonprofit looking for a Staff Attorney or Managing Attorney to design and pursue creative impact litigation for animals. Legal Impact for Chickens aims to hold factory farms accountable for animal cruelty. This role is perfect for those with a passion for agricultural law and animal welfare. Visit the job posting on Legal Impact for Chickens. Applications due October 7, 2024.
American Water is looking for Environmental Counsel at their office in Camden, New Jersey. The job role includes ensuring compliance with existing and new environmental policy, legislation, and regulation at the federal and state levels, identifying and mitigating potential risks and challenges associated with emerging contaminants, and for developing a compliance program to address these issues. For more information, view the job posting on American Water or on LinkedIn for easy apply.
The Initiative on Land, Housing & Property Rights at Boston College Law School will be hiring six new full-time staff and two part-time graduate or professional students, though the hiring will be on a staggered basis. The Estate Planning Fellow was posted last week, and is reposted again here with two other newly opened positions. These are high level opportunities to help build and expand the work of the new Initiative
Here are the links for the the three positions that are now open:
Del Monte is looking for an Associate General Counsel to establish strategy and provide legal advice and counsel relating to several subject matter areas, including FDA/TFC laws and regulations, intellectual property, food labeling and packaging, product-related class action litigation, and other compliance matters. For more information, visit: https://careers.delmontefoods.com/us/en/job/JR100546/Associate-General-Counsel-Regulatory-Compliance-and-IP.
USDA is looking for an attorney advisor to assist with legal work related to the Farm Service Agency, Rural Development, Natural Resources Conservation Service, RMA, and Forest Service in Colorado, Montana, and New Mexico. For more information, view the posting here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/803172100.
The GS-11 Attorney Advisor Little Rock position has been published on USAJOBS for 7/23/2024 through 8/12/2024. The announcement can be accessed by clicking the link below.
USAJOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/801144400
There are three great opportunities for attorneys available at USDA General Counsel. We are pleased to help recruit for these positions:
USAJOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/799891000
USAJOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/799407200
USAJOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/799406700
The Fair Trade Practices Program (FTPP) Packers and Stockyards Division (PSD) is looking for Legal Administrative Specialists in the following locations: Des Moines, IA, Atlanta, GA, and Aurora, CO. This position is focused on conducting research, legal analysis, and technical and investigative assistance on issues related to enforcing competitive and trade practice provisions of the Packers and Stockyards Act.
For more information, visit- https://www.usajobs.gov/job/796216400.
USDA is looking for an attorney advisor to provide legal advice and counsel to agencies of the USDA on administrative law and natural resources law, with regard to land management, land acquisition, and water rights issues. More information on the job, qualifications, and the deadline can be found here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/796017500.
Another USDA Attorney Advisor position is also open. This position is working with field offices to advise on administrative law and natural resources law, with regard to mineral laws, such as the 1872 Mining Law, Mineral Leasing Act, and other laws governing mineral resources on federal lands. More information on the job, qualifications, and the deadline can be found here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/796017600.
Farmers' Legal Action Group (FLAG) is hiring up to three full-time staff attorneys to expand their legal services to socially disadvantaged, underserved, financially distressed, and other farmers. These positions can be based at FLAG's headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota or hybrid/remote positions.
Please download the job description here. Read more about FLAG's excellent work over the years at Flaginc.org
If you are an experienced attorney, a mid-level attorney, or a recent law school graduate, and you support FLAG's mission to keep family farmers on the land, please consider applying. Details are in the job description, but a cover letter and resume should be addressed to Scott Carlson, the Executive Director of FLAG and sent to hiring24@flaginc.org. Please direct any inquiries to Wendy Reid at that same email address, or call (651) 223-5400.
We are delighted to post an associate attorney opportunity, working with one of our alumni. This position is located in Minnesota at Winthrop & Weinstine, "a leading corporate law firm that believes in putting clients first, culture second and paving our own path forward." Check it out at the link below https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=6286593
The USDA has announced a senior executive position opening for an Associate General Counsel at USDA. This position serves the marketing agencies within USDA and would supervise and manage the legal work for APHIS, FSIS, and AMS programs including legal counsel and litigation support in connection with the enforcement of its laws and regulations, and various regulatory programs. Here is a link to the USA Jobs posting that includes a full job description, qualifications, and salary information: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/791199200
BBB National Programs is looking for a Senior Counsel for the Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative to advise and grow the coalition of food, beverage, quick serve restaurant, and technology participants on their mission to improve the children’s food advertising landscape, assist with compliance, and monitor policy changes.
For more information, visit the application information here.
The Gilchrist Law Team represents Government clients across multiple jurisdictions nationwide. Our Firm provides various professional services including title/closing services, litigation/collection services and guardianship/appeals services to various Agencies. Additionally, our Team has the proven experience, skill and innovation to provide even more services to even more Government clients.
Note that this position initially was listed as a law clerk position. It is an Associate Attorney position, and the description below has been amended to reflect this. It is a part time position that could lead to full time.
Role Description
This is a fully remote position as an environmental law Associate Attorney at The Gilchrist Law Firm. The position will assist and work directly with various governmental agencies including but not limited to the Office of General Counsel of the United States Department of Agriculture. This position requires security clearance to ensure your ability to securely access, manage, and protect classified information.
Qualifications
Education: must have earned a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from a fully accredited school in the United States and currently in pursuit of a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Agricultural & Food Law.
Candidates must have 1-3 years of law firm experience with strong academic credentials and strong analytical writing and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability with regulatory compliance, agriculture, food, and environmental law matters including issues related to climate change, renewable energy, clean air, toxic tort claims, contaminated sites.
Prior experience working and/or interning with the government or non-profit work, is preferred.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collegial practice and to work on precedent-setting legal matters with a team that values direct client contact, professional growth, mentoring and training.
How to apply:
Please send your resume, your most recent academic transcript, and a writing sample to recruitment@jpgilchristlaw.com.
Vanessa C. Angulo, Esq.
Program Manager/Senior Counsel Contractor for USDA OGC
The Gilchrist Law Firm, P.A.
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