EARTHJUSTICE CLINICAL PROFESSOR AT ENRLC, VERMONT LAW SCHOOL

LOCATION: 

Nationwide

DEPARTMENT:  Litigation

The Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic (ENRLC) at Vermont Law School and Earthjustice are partnering to expand our environmental justice capacity through the creation of a new environmental justice initiative.  We are hiring an attorney professor who will be located at the ENRLC and will work with Earthjustice's Healthy Communities program and as part of the ENRLC's growing environmental justice program area. Cases and projects will include Vermont and New England-based initiatives as well as efforts at the national level and in other areas of the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Earthjustice Clinical Professor will be a full-time attorney housed within the Clinic. This position will be dedicated to working on environmental justice issues, with cases and projects chosen in collaboration between Earthjustice and the Clinic. Specific responsibilities and qualifications here.

Part-time Internship with MN Farmer's Union

Minnesota Farmers Union is a progressive, grassroots membership organization that supports family farmers and rural communities. Drawing on the base values of education, cooperation and legislation, MFU works with individuals at the county, state, national and international level to create strategic partnerships; support new farmers; further agricultural education; increase consumer awareness; and ensure that the voice of family farmers is heard by policy makers.

The internship will provide opportunities to work with all facets of the organization, including Government Relations, Membership, Education and Public Relations. MFU has a small, dedicated office staff of eight, with a field staff of five in greater Minnesota. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support event preparation including the 76th Annual MFU State Convention in November

• Process monthly membership mailings, file memberships and other administrative work

• Maintain membership database information and update political districting

• Attend meetings with senior staff and represent the organization publicly at events

• Advocate for MFU’s grassroots policy through government relations and policy work 

Details here: http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/job-details?id=140708 

Sustainable Food Policy Advocate

Overview

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is one of the nation's most effective environmental action organizations. We use law, science and the support of 2.4 million members and online activists to protect human health as well as the planet's wildlife and wild places. Our staff of close to 500 lawyers, scientists and policy experts work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Beijing. NRDC’s Food and Agriculture Program is committed to making healthy, sustainably produced food accessible to all of us. We currently focus on curbing overuse of antibiotics in the livestock industry, reducing food waste, challenging unsafe pesticide use and promoting organics, advancing sustainable soil-friendly farming systems, promoting a more plant-based diet, and improving school food. Our team uses litigation, policy change, collaboration with business leaders, consumer campaigns and public outreach to make change.

NRDC seeks a Sustainable Food Policy Advocate to join the Food and Agriculture Program. The primary focus of this position will be to work with NRDC’s multi-disciplinary team to end the misuse of livestock antibiotics – a practice that now contributes to rising rates of antibiotic resistance and threatens the future efficacy of these life-saving medicines for people. Depending on project need and skills and interests of the candidate, the position may also support other Food and Agriculture Program initiatives.

Responsibilities

Work with our team to develop and improve strategies for winning policy change and shifting corporate practices.
Advocate for local, state and federal policy reform, including direct lobbying, providing testimony, watchdogging agency actions, and authoring written comments.
Provide outreach to major food companies, expand NRDC’s network of business leaders and advocate for corporate commitments to change purchasing or production practices.
Expand NRDC’s coalition of opinion leaders, technical experts, public interest organizations, business leaders and producers; help NRDC increase the geographic, racial, cultural, and socioeconomic diversity within its networks.
Provide research, analysis, blogs, reports, and social media content in support the Food and Agriculture Program’s initiatives.
Serve as a spokesperson for NRDC.

Qualifications

Five or more years of experience as an advocate advancing related campaigns.
Demonstrated ability for strategic campaigning and advocacy.
An advanced degree in a related science or law is strongly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills are essential.
Expert familiarity with one or more Food and Agriculture Program issues listed above.
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.

NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience. 

No phone calls or faxes please. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

For further information about NRDC, please visit Our Home Page and Environment and Health Page.

Corporate Counsel - Canadian Lawyer

         

Corporate Counsel (R-4488)

Viterra has a unique and diverse business environment - ideal for someone who is looking to develop and advance their career in the field of commercial legal services.  Reporting to the General Counsel/Vice President of Legal Services, this position is accountable for the effective, timely and efficient provision of commercial legal services proactively supporting North American business strategy and operations that cover a broad range of legal matters. 

As a lawyer at Viterra, you will focus on the following areas:

• Contract review, development and implementation including negotiation with third parties. 
• Provision of expertise, strategic input, advice and legal education to the business across a broad range of legal and operational matters that may include trends and best practices in the areas of corporate and commercial law, compliance and regulatory matters, litigation, M&A activity and other areas.
• Participation in and opportunity to lead the legal aspect of projects including M&A activities.
• Manage, develop and implement diligence procedures and appropriate contracting for project work.
• Manage, develop, implement and support compliance and regulatory frameworks applicable to the business.
• Collaborate with corporate offices and senior management within Viterra’s structure ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Provide litigation and conflict resolution support as required.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Thrives in a high performing, team environment;
• Takes the initiative and is self motivated to drive projects and day to day work to successful completion;
• Has superior communication and organizational skills;
• Has a proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships internally and externally;
• Requires strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to provide creative business focused solutions;
• A bachelor of laws (L.L.B) or juris doctorate (J.D.) degree from a Canadian accredited law school;
• Qualification to practice law in Saskatchewan;
• A minimum of 3 years of corporate/commercial legal experience;
• Previous experience in agri-business or rural background would be an asset.

Tracking number: R-4488

Viterra offers a competitive salary and benefits plan.

If you believe these opportunities and skills are a fit, please apply at Viterra.com.

Viterra is Canada's grain industry leader, supported by the expertise of its people, a superior network of assets, and unrivalled connections to world markets. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, our commitment to agriculture goes back over 100 years, partnering with farmers to market and move their crops to areas of need around the world.

Guided by our values of integrity, trust and respect, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we serve. We encourage aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team.

Legal Consultant - Karachi, Pakistan

Legal Consultant - 1701181

Description

About Syngenta:
 
Syngenta is a leading agriculture company helping to improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.
 
About This Job:
The job holder will be responsible for following activities:

• Assists in drafting, reviewing, vetting of customer contracts and other corporate agreements.
• Follow up with the Advocates regarding status of cases.
• Sending Legal Notices
• Maintains a database summarizing key terms of contracts and other documents
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains board minutes, resolutions.
• Prepares legal documents, which include, contracts, appeals, closings, etc.
• Prepares annual or quarterly reports.
• Appearances in the court trials with the lawyer.
• Handling of criminal litigations
• Follow - up with the law firms regarding Trade Mark search, filing of applications if any.
• Co-ordinate with verticals within the office regarding Labour License and Contract Labour license renewals.
• Ensure all the agreements are updated and are in safe custody.
• Should be able to handle secretarial functions which will include holding the board meetings, preparation of the agenda and subsequently board minutes, compliance under Companies Ordinance of Pakistan.

 
Qualifications

Essential Knowledge & Experience:

• Bar at Law
• 6-8 years of experience of working in a manufacturing organization, preferably in an MNC environment

     
Qualifications:

• Must have degree in law from reputed institution, the degree of Company Secretary will be an added advantage.
• Thorough understanding of country's laws and regulation.
• Experience of handling criminal litigations
• Stakeholder Management
• Strong communication skills

     

 
Additional information:

• Full time role - Consultant (Contract)
• Should be able to travel within Pakistan
• Location: Karachi, Pakistan

 
Primary Location: PAK-Karachi-Karachi
Work Locations: PK7
S.I.T.E. Hawksbay Road, S-50Karachi 75730
 

Attorney Advisor - Department of Ag

Open & Closing Dates: 09/11/2017 to 09/22/2017

Salary: $79,720 to $123,234 per year

Pay scale & grade: GS 12 – 13

Work schedule: Full-Time - Full Time

Appointment type: Permanent

In this position, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

·       Engage in complex legal and factual issues, which involve the application of legislation, regulations, decisions, expert testimony, opinions, contracts, or other legal instruments to support OALJ adjudications.

·       Interpret and apply statutes, rules, regulations, and program guidance to conservation issues, the agricultural economy including crops and livestock or other animal operations for OALJ adjudications.

·       Draft OALJ decisions or various legal memoranda, opinions, disposition documents for OALJ cases that involve research and the formulation and the development or application of procedures and practices followed as precedent for similar OALJ cases.

·       Provide opinions, advice, and legal strategies that often serve as precedents for subsequent administrative or legal action.

·       Support or engage in OALJ hearings and activities throughout the lifecycle of a case which may involve Rule Making, disciplinary cases, personnel litigation, or debarment actions.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/479137000 

Natural Resources Attorney

Snell & Wilmer L.L.P.

The Salt Lake City office seeks to expand its Natural Resources practice.  The ideal candidate will have ten or more years of experience in natural resources development, environmental permitting and water rights.  Preferably the candidate will bring some portable work, but will also be expected to service existing needs at the firm. Utah Bar, or the ability to gain access to the Utah Bar is required.

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NRDC Sustainable Food Policy Advocate

NATURAL RESOURCES DEFENSE COUNCIL (NRDC) - SAN FRANCISCO, CA

San Francisco, California
http://www.nrdc.org

Organization Type: Public Interest Nonprofit (e.g., Community Organizing)
Number of Lawyers: 31-50

Practice Areas: Environmental

Description

NRDC is the nation\'s most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of more than 1 million members and online activists to protect the planet\'s wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.

Contact Information:

415-875-6100
amartin@nrdc.org
111 Sutter Street
20th Floor
San Francisco, California 94104