Welcome

Why is VTAJ the right choice for trial lawyers?

44 YEARS AGO: The Vermont Trial Lawyers Association was formed to promote greater proficiency and effectiveness among its members in all phases and types of litigation, and to sponsor, support or oppose legislation to best serve the administration of justice and the cause of advocacy.

Vision: Vermonters’ legal rights are protected.

TODAY: The re-named Vermont Association for Justice (VTAJ) promotes a fair and effective civil justice system and protects the rights of those injured by the misconduct or negligence of others. We support the continuing education, professionalism, and legal practices of our attorney, paralegal and other members.

Executive Director (open position)

Vermont Association for Justice

About Us

The Vermont Association for Justice (VTAJ) is the voice of Vermont's plaintiff lawyers. VTAJ is the group of attorneys who stand up for injured Vermonters and ensure access to justice. We are a passionate, member-driven organization committed to strengthening the civil justice system, advocating at the State House, and supporting the legal community across Vermont.

After years of dedicated leadership from our Executive Director, VTAJ is searching for a mission-driven leader to carry this work forward.

The Opportunity

This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to lead a close-knit statewide association at the intersection of law, advocacy, and community service. Tasks include building relationships with VTAJ members, working alongside lobbyists during the legislative session, and keeping the organization running with energy and purpose.

The Executive Director will work directly with the Board of Governors and the Executive Board, manage a meaningful portfolio of programs and events, and serve as a point of contact for an organization that genuinely makes a difference in Vermonter’s lives.

What You’ll Do

Handle day-to-day operations of VTAJ and support the Board in setting strategic direction.
Help coordinate the work of lobbyists during legislative sessions.
Help plan and execute legal education programs, seminars, and member events throughout the year.
Manage member communications, the VTAJ newsletter, website, and social presence.
Maintain relationships with national partners including AAJ and NATLE.
Oversee the Association's membership dues, budget, and finances in partnership with the Finance Committee.

What We’re Looking For

A leader who is energized by mission-driven work and genuinely cares about access to justice.
Experience in association management, nonprofit leadership, law, or advocacy projects
A strong communicator who is comfortable representing the organization.
An organized, self-directed individual who is capable of managing multiple priorities.
Familiarity with Vermont's legal or legislative landscape is a plus, but not required.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the VTAJ Board via Jeffrey Kratz at: jjk@sabbethlaw.com Salary range is $50,000-60,000 per year based on experience and qualifications.

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submissions.
VTAJ is an equal opportunity employer.

Statement by Tobi Millrood, AAJ President, September 18, 2020

Tonight, America mourns the loss of a national treasure, trailblazing advocate, and civil justice champion. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent a lifetime fighting to protect the rights of Americans, becoming a transformative figure on the Supreme Court. With her fierce support of the rule of law and the protection of the individual, she rightfully became a cultural icon. In 1993, Justice Ginsburg became the second woman ever appointed to the Supreme Court. As the 107th Justice on the Supreme Court, much of her work during 27 years on the Court was devoted to the deep-rooted principle that America’s courts must be open for every person who has been discriminated against or wrongfully harmed to seek justice. Justice Ginsburg dedicated her life to advancing the rule of law and achieving equal justice for all people and was a persistent advocate for gender equality and women’s rights.

That commitment is reflected in her opinions giving broad scope to the statutory remedies Congress has established, including those that would allow suits by injured railroad workers and seafarers. Her dissent from the Court’s 2007 decision rejecting a woman’s suit for equal pay as untimely was later vindicated when Congress passed and President Obama signed the “Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act,” amending those time limits.

Justice Ginsburg opposed decisions that closed courthouse doors to American workers, consumers, and patients through federal preemption of traditional state tort remedies and through forced arbitration provisions. She also recognized that civil justice in America includes the right to trial by jury, guaranteed by the Seventh Amendment. She dissented from decisions that allow judges to overturn punitive damage verdicts rendered by juries in fair trials.

The daughter of an immigrant, she represented the ideals of this nation and fought to preserve access and opportunity for all in their pursuit of the American Dream. We deeply mourn the passing of Justice Ginsburg, and we honor this pioneering champion and her dedication to justice for all.