AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE
Legal Associate Editor
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Details
Corporate HeadQuarters - Washington, DC
Full Time
Graduate Degree
None
Day
Media - Journalism - Newspaper
Description
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others - even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations.AAJ is seeking a
Legal Associate Editor
for its Publications department. The Legal Associate Editor routinely edits and proofreads for Trial magazine, and the Professional Negligence Law Reporter and Products Liability Law Reporter. The Legal Associate Editor proofs formal reports and other documents (such as proposals, correspondence, presentations, and web content) to ensure overall clarity, correctness, and proper formatting.Responsibilities:Edit and rewrite content for style, clarity, and organization for all publications.Proofread content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style for all publications.Solicit and evaluate manuscripts from outside authors and arrange for manuscript peer reviews for
Trial.Write news and features for
Trial
(the monthly print magazine) and
Trial News
(monthly online newsletter).Research appropriate topics and authors.Participate in art meetings to develop illustration ideas for articles and magazine cover.Handle various departments in
Trial.Serve as a backup to the Managing Editor of the
Professional Negligence Law Reporter
and
Products Liability Law Reporter.Assist with other aspects of preparing topical issues of the magazine.Qualifications
A minimum of three years of publishing experience on a magazine, newsletter, and/or newspaper.Experience with an online environment is strongly desired.Excellent research, reporting, and news and feature writing skills.Ability to understand, substantively edit, and write about complex legal topics.Knowledge of tort law is strongly desired.Excellent proofreading skills and knowledge of AP style.Ability to deal tactfully with volunteer authors, peer reviewers, and association members.Superior organizational skills and the ability to handle concurrent tasks and deadlines.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and produce top-quality work quickly and meet deadlines.Fast learner who can quickly adapt to changing situations, take the initiative, and assume responsibilities.Salary Range:
$62,400 - $73,000Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ:Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees)Comprehensive health insurance which includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer matchGenerous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New YearsSubsidized metro transit and/or parking benefitsProfessional development opportunitiesCompany social eventsOffice conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DCAAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please!
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Corporate HeadQuarters - Washington, DC
Full Time
Graduate Degree
None
Day
Media - Journalism - Newspaper
Description
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others - even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations.AAJ is seeking a
Legal Associate Editor
for its Publications department. The Legal Associate Editor routinely edits and proofreads for Trial magazine, and the Professional Negligence Law Reporter and Products Liability Law Reporter. The Legal Associate Editor proofs formal reports and other documents (such as proposals, correspondence, presentations, and web content) to ensure overall clarity, correctness, and proper formatting.Responsibilities:Edit and rewrite content for style, clarity, and organization for all publications.Proofread content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style for all publications.Solicit and evaluate manuscripts from outside authors and arrange for manuscript peer reviews for
Trial.Write news and features for
Trial
(the monthly print magazine) and
Trial News
(monthly online newsletter).Research appropriate topics and authors.Participate in art meetings to develop illustration ideas for articles and magazine cover.Handle various departments in
Trial.Serve as a backup to the Managing Editor of the
Professional Negligence Law Reporter
and
Products Liability Law Reporter.Assist with other aspects of preparing topical issues of the magazine.Qualifications
A minimum of three years of publishing experience on a magazine, newsletter, and/or newspaper.Experience with an online environment is strongly desired.Excellent research, reporting, and news and feature writing skills.Ability to understand, substantively edit, and write about complex legal topics.Knowledge of tort law is strongly desired.Excellent proofreading skills and knowledge of AP style.Ability to deal tactfully with volunteer authors, peer reviewers, and association members.Superior organizational skills and the ability to handle concurrent tasks and deadlines.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and produce top-quality work quickly and meet deadlines.Fast learner who can quickly adapt to changing situations, take the initiative, and assume responsibilities.Salary Range:
$62,400 - $73,000Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ:Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees)Comprehensive health insurance which includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer matchGenerous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New YearsSubsidized metro transit and/or parking benefitsProfessional development opportunitiesCompany social eventsOffice conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DCAAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please!
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