Impact Associate

Upper Seven Law seeks a highly motivated individual to join our team as an Impact Associate. In this role, you will work as a partner to Upper Seven Law attorneys in supporting litigation and accountability projects. Assignments vary depending on individual cases and investigations; in previous years, Impact Associates have conducted factual research and investigation, drafted declarations, prepared attorneys and witnesses for depositions, conducted initial review of discovery documents, assisted with narrative waiver requests, authored blog posts, and assisted with legal research. You will also provide administrative support, including organizing files, fact-checking and proofreading, preparing documents for filing, managing calendars, and maintaining Upper Seven Law’s website and other platforms.

The ideal candidate will be committed to learning quickly and will have: an entrepreneurial and action-oriented mindset; strong interpersonal skills; excellent organization and prioritization skills; rigorous attention to detail; a team-oriented attitude; and accomplished writing, research, and communication skills. Enthusiasm for engaging creatively and dynamically with social justice problems and potential litigation opportunities is essential.

This position is excellent for individuals interested in applying to law school down the line. Your work at Upper Seven Law will teach you about attorneys’ day-to-day tasks in a civil rights/plaintiffs’ firm, and you will have many opportunities to learn about the law. Upper Seven greatly values mentorship for those beginning their careers in the law.

Start date: June 2025.

The position is based in Helena, MT, and reports to the Executive Director, Litigation Director, and Operations Director.

The Impact Associate will:

• Pursue writing assignments, research projects, and investigations proposed by the Executive Director and other attorneys;
• Assist with client intake, stakeholder meetings, and witness interviews;
• Build and maintain spreadsheets to track information;
• Send meeting invites, prepare and distribute meeting materials as appropriate, and take notes;
• Maintain and update the website;
• Write memos synthesizing research conducted in connection with Upper Seven Law’s litigation, communications, and accountability work;
• Engage with partners, clients, opposing counsel, and other external stakeholders;
• Otherwise support litigation efforts, including assisting attorneys in preparing for court appearances and depositions, coordinating court filings, and maintaining a system for tracking legal proceedings;
• Occasionally assist with general operations efforts; and
• Propose new ideas and projects to advance Upper Seven Law’s mission.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher;
• Enthusiasm for learning;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong administrative, organization, and time management skills;
• Excellent writing, research, editing, and proofreading skills—policy or advocacy writing experience is a bonus;
• Ability to track, prioritize, and balance a variety of ongoing responsibilities;
• Comfort asking questions, offering ideas, and giving and receiving feedback;
• Rigorous attention to detail and deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects;
• Ability to perform nimbly and quickly when necessary;
• Enthusiasm for teamwork and collaboration; and
• Passion for accountability, democratic norms and values, and the rule of law.

Compensation. The salary for this position is $50,000 plus health benefits.

About Upper Seven Law

Location. U7L is located in Helena, MT.

Commitment to a diverse workplace. U7L is an equal opportunity employer. We expressly emphasize the strength of diverse teams, which we know to be more innovative, creative, and productive. U7L enthusiastically encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Competitive pay and benefits. This position is full-time, offers a salary and benefits commensurate with experience, and is competitive with similar positions in the social justice and non-profit sector. While we cannot match for-profit sector salaries, our staff generally make more than is typical in the nonprofit sector, especially locally. We want to prevent financial considerations from interfering with employees’ ability to do meaningful work. We also believe that paying for top talent will result in a thriving public interest legal community and further our mission more effectively.

Growth opportunities. Candidates who do not meet all listed criteria should still apply, as U7L values providing mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.

Application instructions:

Please apply by emailing your application as a single document that includes the following application materials: cover letter, resume, writing sample of up to 10 pages, and contact information for three references. If applicable, include hyperlinks to authored writing samples. In your email, please mention how you became aware of this position. No unscheduled phone calls, please.

Submit to contact@uppersevenlaw.com with “[Your Last Name] – Impact Associate application” as the subject line.

If you have questions and would like to ask the current Impact Associate, you may contact Benji Glanz at benji@uppersevenlaw.com.