Assistant Attorney General - Agricultural Legal Services in Vermont!

The Vermont Attorney General's Office has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Attorney General in the Environmental Protection Unit to work on legal matters for the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets. The Assistant Attorney General will work closely with staff and other attorneys at the Agency to provide legal services to the Agency. 

Duties may include representing the Agency in civil litigation, including enforcement actions; providing advice on grants and contracts; and working on a wide range of issues involving agriculture and related industries, including food safety, water quality, agricultural development, animal and plant health, environmental protection, and more!

Click this link to learn more: https://careers.vermont.gov/job/Montpelier-Assistant-Attorney-General-Agricultural-Legal-Services-VT-05601/1209356800/?jobPipeline=Indeed 

                                                

                                      Applications Due October 3, 2024!

Texas Department of Agriculture - Assistant General Counsel

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!

Foreign Agriculture Service Searching for Foreign Agricultural Affairs Officer

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:

• Administering market development and credit guarantee programs; developing and implementing relationships with domestic agricultural industry groups
• Coordinating and devising a global agricultural commodity analysis strategy, furnishing timely dependable market insights on production, consumption, trade, stock, and price data
• Conducting analyses of market conditions, governmental policies, and commercial practices to furnish policy makers with actionable insights supporting USDA export programs, trade policies, and market access endeavors 
• Drafting various documents including correspondence, briefing materials, market profiles, and background information pertinent to agricultural trade
• Identifying, monitoring, and contributing to removal or mitigation of agricultural tariffs and non-tariff barriers to trade, along with technical, sanitary, and phytosanitary barriers

Click here to learn more about this opportunity with the FAS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/809398700 

Senior Counsel Position at KIND!

KIND is on a mission to create a kinder and healthier world - one snack and one act at a time. KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient - whole nuts, whole grains or whole fruit - and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners. 

KIND is searching for Senior Counsel who will be responsible for prioritizing and managing timely and effective resolution of all legal issues, including operational as well as strategic aspects, with a broad business orientation and commitment to serving as a true business partner. This is an exciting opportunity to use your commercial legal skills to enable and maintain the growth trajectory of hyper growth brands at one of the world's leading, global consumer goods companies. 

Learn more about KIND and the job opportunity here: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kindsnacks/jobs/4392037006 

Farm Labor Outreach Specialist: University of Wisconsin-Madison

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 - Associate General Counsel Wanted

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 Hiring Staff Attorney!

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 

Advocates for Basic Legal Equity Looking for Attorney to Lead the Agricultural Worker and Immigrant Rights (AIR) Practice Group

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 Seeking Attorney for Land Use, Agricultural Law, & Estate Planning in Texas

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

Animal Law Opportunity at Cleveland State University!

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 

Assistant Attorney General Needed in the Environmental Section

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. 

View the job posting here: 

https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/assistant-attorney-general-environmental-section-richmond-virginia-united-states 

Environmental Law Opportunity in Houston!

Duane Morris LLP is looking for a junior associate for its environmental team in their Houston office. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of environmental law experience. The job role includes providing legal support for clients on a wide variety of transaction, commercial, regulatory, enforcement and remediation matters, including but not limited to the negotiation, drafting and implementation of agreements and the negotiation of pre-litigation claims.  Apply here! 

California Farm Bureau Looking for Associate in Environment, Water, and Land Use Law!

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

Click here for easy apply on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3936941709/?alternateChannel=search&refId=nebh6Z3CC%2Fy5LfVAVph%2F%2Bg%3D%3D&trackingId=FNTu50OvAs9qUjUVt39O6Q%3D%3D 

Environmental & Land Use Associate Attorney Needed at Sohagi Law Group

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. 

USDA Foreign Agriculture Service

 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 Hiring Passionate Litigators to Fight Factory Farm Cruelty

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 Hiring: Environmental Counsel Needed!

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. 

New Opportunities with the Initiative on Land, Housing & Property Rights at Boston College Law School

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:

    Estate Planning Fellow 

    Research Director 

    Policy Director 

Associate General Counsel – Regulatory, Compliance, and IP, Del Monte

 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.