Legal Director

The Legal Director will provide leadership on legal strategy across Evergreen’s portfolio and manage external counsel and legal partnerships. They will also help shape policy and legal frameworks. As part of the Evergreen team, you will help craft and lead legal strategies that advance progress on some of the most pressing issues, including democracy protection. Job responsibilities include: Legal & Regulatory Strategy: Serve as a lead legal strategist across a range of issue areas. Contribute to Evergreen’s legal work, including its regulatory and litigation analysis work. Craft legal memos and position papers to advance policy objectives and assess legal viability of campaigns and public-facing strategies. Partner Relations & Legal Project Management: Coordinate with external partners and oversee complex projects to ensure deliverables meet the highest standards. Policy & Legal Content Development: Develop legal content such as regulatory comments, legal fact sheets, legal memorandum, and issue briefs. Review and advise on legally sensitive external communications, including public statements, campaign materials, and op-eds. Substantive Expertise: Closely follow public policy developments, political news, and industry trends. Must have demonstrated experience in mastering new issue areas quickly. Management: Oversee the work of managers, associates, fellows, interns, and external partners as needed.