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About our practice groups:

Property Rights are the foundation of liberty. The right to own, enjoy, and put property to productive use is a source of personal security, dignity, and prosperity, protecting the freedom of individuals to shape their destiny. We aim to achieve the same level of constitutional protection for individual rights in property as the courts accord other celebrated personal liberties.

Equality and Opportunity are the cornerstones of our civil rights. But government stands in the way of many people’s opportunities today. It has displaced the Constitution’s guarantee of liberty with policies that assail, for instance, opportunities to earn a living or pursue a quality education. And government officials disregard the Constitution’s call for equality before the law by allocating burdens or benefits to some at the expense of others, increasingly discriminating based on race, sex, or group entitlement. PLF’s equality and opportunity cases aim to secure equal freedom for all. We work to dismantle unconstitutional barriers to opportunity, freeing individuals to rise based on their choices, character, and ability.

Separation of Powers between the branches is crucial: Allowing powers to accumulate in any government body is, as James Madison said, “the very definition of tyranny.” Our Constitution established three separate branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial. And yet, the American administrative state has grown into a Leviathan. Today, a sea of regulatory agencies has seized more power—becoming lawmaker, executive, and judge—to exert greater control over our lives. PLF fights to rein in this unconstitutional “fourth branch” and to restore the proper structure of our government.

Environment and Natural Resources roots itself in the belief that human creativity, unleashed through liberty, solves problems and expands the world’s potential. We defend the freedom to use public and private land productively by protecting constitutional limits on government power and promoting abundance through innovation. At PLF, we believe human ingenuity is the ultimate resources.

What PLF Attorneys get to do: 

• Litigate for Liberty: Be on the front lines of the fight for individual freedom by litigating strategic lawsuits against government abuse. Lead cases that challenge unconstitutional laws, regulations, and policies that threaten equality and opportunity, property rights, and the separation of powers.
• Generate High-Impact Cases: Develop new cases and run with them consistent with your experience level. We have needs for junior attorneys and seasoned veterans who can run a case from an initial complaint through the Supreme Court. We want confident self-starters who think big and aim high.
• Advocate for Shared Moral and Constitutional Principles: We win in the courts of law and in the court of public opinion. You will speak with journalists, the public, allied organizations, trade groups, and academics to advance our litigation objectives and mission.

General Information

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

To Apply:

If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials:

• Your resume or C.V., including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience
• In the application screener, tell us why PLF is the place for you.

This posting is not an active job opening. However, we are preparing for rapid growth and will contact you directly if we see a potential fit.

PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

Separation of Powers Attorney

Work from Anywhere in the U.S.

You: An entrepreneurial freedom fighter with a passion for freedom and experience in civil litigation. You want to find and win cutting-edge civil rights cases, represent deserving clients, and help us fight the administrative state. You are a self-starter, a natural leader, and a willing collaborator who will help PLF achieve its mission of protecting the Constitution and preserving liberty.

Them: Federal and state agencies that are abusing their power and stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s no shortage of agencies that ignore the constitutional separation of powers. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 litigated at the Court. We also have close to 200 active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You will generate and lead high-profile cases in PLF’s Separation of Powers Program. PLF’s separation of powers litigation is unparalleled. Most recently, we have won victories in the Supreme Court limiting the federal government’s broad powers under the Clean Water Act and in the lower courts against the CDC’s eviction moratorium, and before administrative law judges against the CPSC’s efforts to destroy an infant products company. You will find and win the next important case enforcing individuals’ rights through the Constitution’s structural protections. Your ideas will help shape PLF strategy by identifying and litigating emerging separation of powers theories. You will be recognized as a nationwide leader on administrative and constitutional law.

In a nutshell, we’re seeking someone who’s passionate about liberty, the Constitution, and the separation of powers, someone who is confident and magnanimous, and someone who is a bold and relentless freedom fighter.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties will likely include:

• Finding, developing, litigating—and winning—important separation of powers cases.
• Advocating for separation of powers both philosophically and practically. Speaking with organizations, trade groups, academia, and media to advance PLF’s strategic goals. (A deep knowledge of the moral and constitutional basis for the Constitution’s structural protections is a huge plus.)
• Writing persuasive pieces for both scholarly and lay audiences. Drafting op-eds, journal articles, and blog posts.
• Helping to set the agenda for the future of PLF’s separation of powers program.

This role is ideal for someone with experience litigating administrative law and/or regulatory cases, a passion for constitutional law, and outstanding communication skills. The ideal candidate will also bring a strong understanding of, and passion for, the principles of freedom and individual liberty, along with a willingness to travel.

About PLF

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

To Apply:

If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials at the link below:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants
• A legal writing sample that is unedited (or lightly edited) of no more than 10 pages.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power.  Join us.

Director of Donor Relations

Fully Remote • Work from Anywhere in the U.S.

You: A fundraising professional with a passion for liberty and winning. You’re a talented relationship builder who knows how to get in the door with new donor prospects, close major donor partnerships, and lead a team. And now you’re looking to join the fundraising efforts of a major organization dedicated to advancing liberty and reining in government overreach.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public-interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 litigated there. We also have more than 190 active cases across the nation.

PLF is a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game. We want to win.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

You will join PLF’s development leadership team to secure funding from individuals who share our commitment to advancing individual liberty. You’ll apply your well-honed relationship-building and team leadership skills to raise millions of dollars for PLF from current and prospective donors and lead a team of major gift fundraisers to do the same.

As part of our development leadership team, and reporting to the Vice President of Development, you will build new departmental capabilities, develop a robust major gift prospecting strategy, manage a team of 4 individuals, and hit the road to execute your major gift strategy. You will have the latitude to think big, the resources to execute, and the time and support of PLF’s leadership.

PLF wants you to be relentless, confident, and show passion toward individual liberty, freedom, and taking down the big, bad guy.

Summary:

The Director of Donor Relations plays a key role in PLF’s development team efforts to secure new funding from philanthropists and business leaders who share our commitment to advancing individual liberty.

Primary Job Duties:

• Develop a donor moves strategy to engage individuals with 6- to 7-figure giving capacity in a portfolio of 50-60 individuals and families.
• Collaborate with PLF’s prospecting and research team to source major donor prospects across the country through a mix of events, referrals, direct outreach, communications, and other activities.
• Build relationships directly with donor prospects through a moves management strategy.
• Lead a team of major gift and planned giving professionals and work with PLF leadership to raise over $20 million in annual funding from individuals.
• Communicate regularly with current funders and prospects to steward new and higher contributions.
• Engage PLF’s president, VP for Development, and Litigation Directors in donor visits and events.
• Work closely with PLF’s program staff (Litigation, Policy, Research, Scholarship, Communications, Outreach) to define projects that will interest donors.
• Become adept at using Salesforce to record and track moves.
• In collaboration with the Vice President for Development and other staff as appropriate, craft and regularly refresh overall strategy and tactics to engage major funders.
• Travel to meet with funders, prospects, and PLF staff functions (up to 50% of time).

This role is ideal for someone with:

• 6+ years of major gift fundraising, sales, and/or investor relations experience.
• Ability to travel 40-50%.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience soliciting C-suite level executives and 6-figure+ donors.
• Ability to hustle and recruit new prospects in the face of rejection.
• Exceptional writing and communications skills—adept at translating complex ideas into accessible, persuasive presentations.
• Solid track record of building teams and capabilities and managing people.
• Demonstrated friendly, upbeat, and persuasive demeanor for PLF funders and prospects.
• Familiarity with funders in the pro-liberty space.
• Knowledge of, and passion for, the ideas of freedom and individual liberty.

General information:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and in the court of public opinion.

A national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You may work virtually or in any of our physical offices.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies. We have a flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your future and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, tenacious, and determined to succeed in positively shaping the future of our country and restoring real limits on government power. Join us.

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Your resume, including your experience in the liberty movement and relevant professional experience.
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, what distinguishes you from typical applicants, and your salary requirements.

Controller

Fully Remote • Work from Anywhere in the U.S.

You: You’re a mission-driven financial leader who thrives in environments that blend precision, purpose, and problem-solving. You don’t just “close the books”—you build systems that make an organization stronger, more transparent, and more accountable. You’re as comfortable diving into journal entries as you are presenting insights to leadership. You take pride in doing things the right way, not the easy way, and you see fiscal discipline as a form of integrity.

You’re also energized by working with smart, principled colleagues who care deeply about advancing freedom and opportunity. You want your skills to matter and to contribute to something bigger than compliance or reporting. At PLF, your work ensures that our mission to defend liberty is backed by operational excellence and sound stewardship

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than two hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

As PLF continues to grow, our Finance team is evolving to ensure we are prepared to scale with discipline, clarity, and transparency.

You will serve as the financial backbone of the organization by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of our financial records, and assisting leadership with smart, data-driven decisions. Your responsibilities will include managing the monthly close process, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving improvements to make our financial systems more efficient and reliable.

You will work closely with the CFO to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights for the Board, executives, and program leaders. Additionally, you will supervise and mentor members of the finance team, helping them develop their skills and confidence while fostering a culture of accountability and trust.

You will ensure compliance with GAAP, lead annual audits, oversee payroll and benefits reporting, and protect the organization’s assets by implementing thorough controls. Furthermore, you will continuously seek new ways to improve our processes, whether through automation, process design, or technology that enhances accuracy and efficiency throughout the organization.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, and journal entries.
• Manage the monthly close process and prepare accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Review and approve reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper coding of all transactions.
• Partner with the CFO to produce timely and reliable reports for leadership and the Board.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting; prepare monthly budget-to-actual and variance reports.
• Oversee financial tracking, reporting, and compliance for restricted funds and endowments.
• Lead the annual financial audit and 403(b) audit; prepare and review Form 990 and other required filings.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls and ensure compliance with all tax and regulatory obligations.
• Supervise and mentor the Staff Accountant and Payroll Specialist; provide regular feedback and professional development opportunities.
• Identify and implement process improvements and technology upgrades to increase accuracy and efficiency.

This role is ideal for you if:

• You have at least 10 years of progressive accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred).
• You are a CPA—or bring equivalent technical expertise and leadership experience.
• You take pride in accuracy, consistency, and a clean audit every year.
• You can translate financial data into actionable insights for non-financial colleagues.
• You’ve led teams, coached others, and built strong internal controls from the ground up.
• You enjoy solving problems, modernizing systems, and staying ahead of emerging accounting standards.
• You’re energized by the idea of supporting a mission-driven organization that defends individual liberty.

General Information

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff work from home offices across the country. You can work physically in any of our offices or request to work virtually.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies.

We have a flexible, collaborative, and collegial work environment. We take pride in investing in your professional growth and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, precise, and determined to ensure operational excellence in service of liberty. Join us.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

• Cover letter including:
  • Why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants
  • Salary requirements
• Resume, including your accounting and leadership experience and any involvement in the liberty movement.

Summer Law Clerkship – 2026

In Office • Arlington, VA

You: A motivated and liberty-minded law student dedicated to individual freedom. You came to law school with a vision—to fight for your principles and make a difference. You want to learn about the world of public-interest law from the best.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies are stripping Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in, and passionate for, the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than 200 active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

About PLF’s Summer Clerk Program

PLF’s Summer Clerk Program introduces you to public-interest law, immerses you in active litigation, and offers you a unique chance to study the constitutional and philosophical framework of liberty. You will benefit from hands-on training as you perform legal research and writing projects in PLF’s four litigation areas: property rights, equality and opportunity, and separation of powers, and environment and natural resources. This is a full-time, paid summer position of $22/hour, including transportation benefits and wellness leave.

What makes this program different:

• Assignments: Our confidence in individualism extends to how we set assignments, and this is often cited as one of the best aspects of the program. You will not only have the opportunity to work across all four practice areas, but you will also get to choose most of your assignments. Your designated supervisor will ensure you receive feedback, guide you in managing your work, and offer advice and expertise. We create the environment and opportunity for you to craft your experience, and clerks who get the most out of the program are the ones who embrace this mentality.
• Weekly Programming: Every week, you will participate in educational and social activities to supplement your connection to PLF, the world of public interest law, and your fellow clerks. This includes field trips around the DC area, moot courts, department introductions, and deep-dive conversations with PLF attorneys on cases and litigation strategy.
• Networking and Mentorship: One of the most important things at this stage of your career is to build relationships, so we strongly encourage all clerks to set aside time to connect with other PLFers. Many clerks naturally build mentorship relationships beyond their supervisor through working with other attorneys, and we offer a mentorship program if there is a specific area of PLF’s work you are most interested in.

Essential requirements to note:

• The clerkship will run from May 27th to August 16th. If this end date conflicts with other commitments, you have the option of ending your clerkship on August 8th instead.
• On May 27th and 28th, we will host an Opening Summit in our DC Office. All clerks are expected to attend. Accommodation may be made for those participating in complimentary fellowships if advance notice is given.
• Participants are expected to work at least three days a week from our DC Office in Arlington, Virginia, for the duration of the program.

Your specific job duties will likely include:

• Drafting legal memoranda on research questions for active trial and appellate litigation.
• Assisting in drafting motions and briefs before federal and state courts.
• Contributing to the discovery process across all four of our practice areas.

This role is ideal for someone with:

• One to two years of law school completed by the spring or summer of 2026.
• Excellent writing and legal research skills.
• A demonstrated interest in the philosophical and constitutional principles of individual liberty.

To Apply:

We will be accepting applications from November 24th to December 31st. PLF will begin providing updates and reaching out to candidates for an interview the week of December 22nd. If you think you might be a good fit, submit the following application materials in one PDF:

• Your resume, including your relevant educational and professional experience.
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants.
• A writing sample.
• Thoughtful responses to the application questions (these will be included in the Greenhouse application and do not need to be included in the PDF). Please do not exceed 2-3 sentences each.

Paralegal

You: You’re a sharp, reliable, and experienced legal professional who thrives in an environment where precision, trust, and ethics matter. You take pride in doing things the right way, not cutting corners, and you bring a calm, organized presence to complex litigation. You’re comfortable taking ownership of your tasks, managing deadlines independently, and supporting experienced attorneys who expect excellence and professionalism.

You’re adaptable and curious, especially about tools and technology. Whether it’s mastering e-discovery platforms, leveraging AI tools to work smarter, or keeping documents and filings airtight, you recognize strong legal support as essential to winning cases. You value collaboration, respect, and clear communication—and you want to work alongside attorneys who know their craft and treat others well.

Them: Bureaucrats, city councils, mayors, governors, and federal agencies strip Americans of their rights every day. There’s a lot of government overreach out there, and it’s backed by seemingly endless resources. But fortunately, like all lumbering giants, abusive government is most vulnerable when countered by individuals who act strategically and nimbly, take calculated risks, have each other’s backs, and are confident in and passionate for the cause—the very sort of swashbucklers we employ in spades here at PLF.

Us: We fight back. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. PLF has an unmatched record in the United States Supreme Court, with 18 victories out of 20 cases litigated at the Court. We also have more than two hundred active cases across the nation.

We are a next-generation public interest law firm. What does “next-generation” mean for a legal nonprofit? It means we aren’t interested in doing the same thing as everyone else. We aspire to be the best player in a constantly changing game.

Here’s what you get to do in this role:

As PLF continues to grow, we are scaling our litigation efforts nationwide. This role ensures our attorneys receive strong, reliable, and highly organized litigation support so they can focus on winning cases that defend individual liberty.

You will serve as a critical litigation partner to a team of experienced attorneys, helping manage the details that keep cases moving. From trial preparation to filings to document management, your work will ensure nothing falls through the cracks and that our legal work reflects the professionalism and precision PLF is known for.

You won’t be micromanaged; you will be trusted to own your responsibilities, communicate proactively, and flag issues early. This role is for someone who values accountability, independence, and collaboration equally.

Getting down to brass tacks, your specific job duties likely will include:

• Supporting trial preparation and litigation logistics
• Managing e-filing in state and federal courts
• Preparing, updating, and maintaining Tables of Authorities and other legal documents
• Conducting legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis
• Supporting e-discovery efforts and working within PLF’s e-discovery platform
• Drafting, formatting, and organizing documents using Microsoft Word (heavy use)
• Taking ownership of assigned tasks and seeing them through independently
• Traveling occasionally, as needed, on a case-by-case basis (approximately 5–10%)

This role is ideal for you if:

• You bring 10+ years of experience as a paralegal or in a litigation support role
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• You’re comfortable working independently without constant oversight
• You take pride in accuracy, ethics, and professionalism
• You adapt easily to new tools, systems, and workflows
• You’re comfortable supporting multiple attorneys and managing competing priorities
• You’re energized by supporting mission-driven litigation that defends individual liberty
• A paralegal certificate is a plus, but not required

General Information

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of our staff work from home offices across the country. You may work physically from one of our offices or request to work virtually.

This is a full-time, permanent position. PLF is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest-quality talent available nationwide, and we offer a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, and employer-paid retirement savings. We take work-life balance seriously through our generous paid leave and flextime policies.

We have a flexible, collaborative, and collegial work environment. We invest in your professional growth and encourage internal advancement. PLF is the place for someone principled, precise, and eager to support litigation excellence in service of liberty. Join us.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials:

• Cover letter, including:
  • Why PLF is the place for you
  • Why you want to fight for liberty
  • What distinguishes you from typical applicants
• Resume, including relevant paralegal or litigation support experience

General Application

Fully Remote • Work from Anywhere in the U.S.

You: Passionate about defending individual rights and promoting liberty, but don’t see a job available? We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to defending Property Rights, advocating for Separation of Powers, and believe in Equality and Opportunity. If you’re interested in exploring a potential role with Pacific Legal Foundation, we’d love to hear from you!

About Pacific Legal Foundation:

Pacific Legal Foundation identifies and litigates important legal issues to set landmark precedents that will benefit Americans nationwide. Using strategic and principled litigation, communications, and research, we battle for freedom in the nation’s courts and the court of public opinion.

As a national nonprofit organization, PLF has brick-and-mortar offices in Sacramento, California; Arlington, Virginia; and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although approximately half of the staff works from home offices across the country. Candidates will be considered for work from any office or home office, on a per-role basis.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief application expressing your interest and how your skills align with our mission. Click ‘Apply’ button to proceed.