NOSSCR is currently seeking applications for the following roles.

Litigation Associate

The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) is a 501(c)(6) specialized bar association made up of thousands of attorneys and advocates who represent Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income claimants throughout the adjudicative process. Since 1979, NOSSCR has been providing continuing legal education and public policy advocacy on behalf of its members and the people with disabilities they represent. Now, NOSSCR is expanding its advocacy to include impact litigation. NOSSCR recently hired an experienced Litigation Director. We seek a Litigation Associate to assist in this important work.

NOSSCR’s mission is to advocate for improvements in Social Security disability programs and to ensure that individuals with disabilities applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits have access to highly qualified representation and receive fair decisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The primary role of NOSSCR’s Litigation Associate is to assist NOSSCR’s Interim CEO and Litigation Director in pursuing claims against the Social Security Administration (SSA) and against state agencies that assist SSA in making eligibility determinations.

The Litigation Associate will perform a range of work, in partnership with the Interim CEO, Litigation Director, and other NOSSCR staff, as well as NOSSCR members, to investigate, develop, and pursue litigation in court.

As the Litigation Associate gains experience, their docket may include cases for which they have primary responsibility under the supervision of Interim CEO and Litigation Director in addition to matters on which they work in a supporting role.

The Litigation Associate’s specific responsibilities include:

• Work closely with the Interim CEO, Litigation Director, other NOSSCR staff, and NOSSCR members, to build cases and support policies that serve NOSSCR’s members and their clients.
• Participate in the full range of tasks related to complex litigation, including factual investigation, document review, legal research, memo writing, briefing, and oral advocacy.
• Interact with NOSSCR members and their clients.
• Work with experts to develop a clear understanding of the principles and facts involved in each case and, ultimately, to support our litigation goals.
• Represent NOSSCR on telephone calls and at meetings with clients, partners, co-counsel, and experts.
• Develop skills required to serve as spokesperson with print and other media.

The Litigation Associate is also expected to:

• Attend and present at weekly team meetings;
• Keep abreast of relevant changes in the law;
• Update and maintain legal databases; and
• Help prepare for and attend NOSSCR’s conferences. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 Competencies

• Communications: exhibits good listening and comprehension; can convey complex information both verbally and in writing; confidence as a public speaker
• Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation
• Dependability: follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Design: demonstrates attention to detail; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Analytical skills: synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; identifies data relationships and dependencies; designs workflows and procedures
• Judgment: displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions
• Cooperation: establishes and maintains effective relations; offers assistance and support to co-workers and members; works cooperatively in group situations
• Ethics: treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity
• Planning: prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; integrates changes smoothly; sets goals and objectives; works in an organized manner
• Interpersonal skills: regularly interacts with other NOSSCR staff, NOSSCR members, and government officials and attorneys; maintains relationships to best serve NOSSCR’s members and mission

Education/Experience

• JD
• Current good standing, or pending admission to any state bar

Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents; respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or arguments; draft effective and persuasive briefs, memoranda, speeches, and presentations on complex topics.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to comprehend, communicate about, and respond to legal arguments, large data sets, actuarial analyses, and research papers in the field.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not currently require supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits: NOSSCR offers competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package. Salary to be commensurate with experience.

Location: NOSSCR is located at 1300 I (Eye) Street, NW, Suite 825, Washington, DC 20005 and offers in-person, hybrid, and fully remote workplace options, depending on experience and needs of the employer as described above.

To Apply

• Please submit a resume and brief writing sample to jobs@nosscr.org

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Legal Intern (Part Time)

The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) is a 501(c)(6) specialized bar association made up of thousands of attorneys and advocates who represent Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income claimants throughout the adjudicative process. Since 1979, NOSSCR has been providing continuing legal education and public policy advocacy on behalf of its members and the people with disabilities they represent. Now, NOSSCR is expanding its advocacy to include impact litigation. We seek a part-time Legal Intern to support this important work. 

NOSSCR’s mission is to advocate for improvements in Social Security disability programs and to ensure that individuals with disabilities applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits have access to highly qualified representation and receive fair decisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The primary role of NOSSCR’s Legal Intern is to assist NOSSCR’s Senior Counsel and Litigation Director with legal research and writing. 

The Legal Intern will perform a range of work including:

• Researching and briefing new case law
• Researching novel legal issues
• Analyzing changes in policy
• Interacting with NOSSCR staff
• Assisting with the preparation of in-person and virtual conferences

The Legal Intern is also expected to:

• Actively participate in team meetings
• Communicate effectively with supervisors
• Provide additional support as requested

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Competencies

• Communications: exhibits good listening and comprehension; can convey complex information both verbally and in writing
• Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation
• Dependability: follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

• Design: demonstrates attention to detail; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Analytical skills: synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data
• Judgment: displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions
• Cooperation: establishes and maintains effective relations; offers assistance and support to co-workers and members; works cooperatively in group situations
• Ethics: treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity
• Planning: prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; works in an organized manner
• Interpersonal skills: regularly interacts with other NOSSCR staff and members

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Actively enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school

Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; respond effectively to legal inquiries or arguments; draft effective and persuasive briefs, memoranda, and case summaries on complex topics.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to comprehend, communicate about, and respond to legal arguments and research papers in the field.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not currently require supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation and Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week, offered on a flexible schedule, $25 per hour.

Location: NOSSCR is located at 1300 I (Eye) Street, NW, Suite 825, Washington, DC 20005 and offers in-person and hybrid workplace options, depending on experience and the needs of the employer as described above.

To Apply

• Please submit a resume and brief writing sample to jobs@nosscr.org