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IST Management

<div>Overview:
<p><b>
Attorney Assistant - Washington, DC (Direct Hire- Full Time, M-F)</b></p><p></p><p><br>
IST Management Services is sourcing for a direct hire, full-time, Attorney Assistant position in Washington DC. This position will work full time hours per day in a Law Firm.</p><p>
The Attorney Assistant performs a variety of legal and administrative tasks, which include providing a high level of customer service and support for the following roles: Partners, Counsel, and Associates while consistently producing an excellent work product.</p><p><br>
</p><p>IST is a rapidly growing business process outsourcing (BPO) company and the largest American privately-owned facilities management company. Founded in 1997, the company is a two-time recipient of the Human Resources Professional Excellence Award granted by the Society for Human Resource Management. We observe a business professional dress code. Must be willing to cross train for potential advancement opportunities!</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Benefits Include:</b> Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k, Paid Time Off, Pet Insurance and Bonus Incentives</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Hours:</b> Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (need flexibility to potentially cover earlier shifts when needed)</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Compensation:</b> While the compensation for this position is finally dependent upon the candidate&rsquo;s experience/qualifications, the approximate compensation for this role will be $35.00 to $36.00 USD per hour.</p><br>
<p></p>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
The Attorney Assistant will provide services listed below:</b></div><p>
The Attorney Assistant is expected to maintain a general knowledge of business services, practice areas/groups and clients of the firm to ensure extraordinary satisfaction. The Attorney Assistant must also maintain confidentiality regarding extremely sensitive matters and materials related to the firm.</p><p></p><p><br>
The job description sets forth the core framework of responsibilities as outlined below:</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Maintains calendars, contact information and other pertinent information as requested within outlook and the firmwide contact database. Answers telephone and accurately records and relays communications.</li><li>
Schedules meetings and processes arrangements for meetings including video conference/audio conferencing, meeting rooms, and catering requests.</li><li>
Coordinates travel arrangements through the in-house Travel Department and prepares fee-earners&rsquo; expense reports.</li><li>
Prepares a variety of forms and creates new documents using the established document processing methods and procedures of the firm, creates, edits, spell checks, and proofreads work product to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li></ul><ul><li>
Organizes and maintains administrative and client files; prepare indexes and files for off-site storage. Coordinates and works closely with the Records Department to safeguard the confidential records.</li><li>
Records, reviews, edits, and closes time entries through the web-based time entry program using Firm standards.</li><li>
Manages monthly client billing (paper and electronic billing). Review billing proformas for accuracy and completeness. Performs client matter and timekeeper inquiries, and process narrative edits.</li><li>
Prepares and processes third-party vendor invoices or checks to be drawn and charged to appropriate client/matter numbers.</li><li>
Generate client conflict inquiries, open new matters, and prepare engagement letters.</li><li>
Respond to customer/client requests in a skilled and timely method.</li><li>
Respond to internal client requests effectively and courteously, in person, by telephone and written communication to attorneys and business services professionals.</li><li>
The Attorney Assistant is expected to provide exceptional support in document preparation specific to practice area requests.</li><li>
Prepares annual and/or supplemental audit letter responses, memorandums, correspondence, pleadings, and document binders.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for preserving the highest level of confidentiality of all firm and client information, records, and files, both within and outside of the firm.</li><li><div>
</div></li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
Other qualifications include:</b></div><ul><li>
5+ years of office experience required.</li><li>
Law firm experience preferred.</li><li>
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word (2010).</li><li>
60 wpm typing speed, excellent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and communication skills.</li><li>
Flexible attitude and the ability to deal well with changing assignments and priorities.</li><li>
Professional appearance and demeanor.</li></ul><div>
IST Management provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability in accordance with applicable law in both the application and employment stages. If you require any accommodation in completing your application for employment, please let us know by informing our Talent Acquisition team at tamteam@istmanagement.com.</div><div></div><div><br>
Please respect individuals reaching out for accommodations by utilizing the contact information only for this purpose. You will receive correspondence directly from your local IST Management hiring team regarding your application submission and status after submission.</div><div></div><div><br>
IST is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of disability or veteran status.</div></div>

Attorney Assistant

Williams & Connolly LLP

Williams & Connolly LLP is seeking an Attorney Recruiting and Development Assistant. Under the direction of the Chief of Attorney Talent and Manager of Attorney Recruiting and Development, the candidate's primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
<br><br>
<ul>
<li>Processing associate and summer associate applications using FloRecruit and Symplicity;</li>
<li>Assisting in the preparation of Hiring Committee meetings by scanning and organizing candidate materials;</li>
</ul>
Preparing and assembling orientation documents for incoming associates and summer associates, including maintaining the firm's intranet portal and distributing, tracking, and filing onboarding documents;
<br><ul>
<li>Providing logistical support for internal and external social events for attorneys and summer associates including but not limited to nametags and attendance tracking;</li>
<li>Assisting with the summer associate hiring cycle by:</li>
</ul>
o Submitting law school registration forms and fees;
<br>o Generating interview materials through Symplicity;
<br>o Uploading candidate materials to FloRecruit;
<br>o Coordinating with various career services offices; and
<br>o Greeting and escorting applicants at the firm.
<br><ul>
<li>Attending WALRAA/NALP meetings and events as needed;</li>
<li>Processing vendor invoices, expenses and reimbursements for associates and summer associates as they relate to travel, meals, hotels, moving, bar and other onboarding reimbursements; and</li>
<li>Providing general administrative support for the Professional Development Administrator, Manager of Women's Initiatives, and Senior Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator, all of whom report to the Chief of Attorney Talent.</li>
</ul>
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, and will exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times. The candidate must have the ability to prioritize competing deadlines while working in a fast-paced environment, and work both independently and with all levels of the firm and department personnel. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of viRecruit, FloRecruit and Symplicity is a plus. One to two years of experience in a law firm recruiting department or law school career services office is preferred. Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
<br><br>
The working hours for this position are 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. The candidate must also be available for in-person work and overtime, including early mornings, evenings and weekends during the heavy recruiting period (April - June), and must be available and able to travel around the DC metro area to attend recruiting related events. After successfully completing the introductory period, the candidate will be eligible to work the department's approved hybrid schedule.
<br><br>
Work is performed in a professional office environment and requires the following:
<br><ul>
<li>Prolonged periods using a sit-to-stand desk and working on a computer.</li>
<li>Repetitive movements, including typing on a keyboard and using a mouse.</li>
<li>Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs.</li>
<li>Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.</li>
</ul>
This is a non-exempt position. The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $30.76 - $35.89, which equates to $60,000 - $70,000 on an annual basis based when working the standard 1,950-hour annual work schedule. The final offer amount is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, years of experience, education, and other relevant skills and qualifications. Williams & Connolly LLP offers competitive compensation and benefits packages.

Attorney Recruiting and Development Assistant

McGuireWoods LLP

<div>Overview:
<div>
McGuireWoods LLP has an opening for a Legal Practice Assistant in our D.C. office. Support includes assisting attorneys with legal and administrative tasks such as time entry/billing, calendaring, travel arrangements, opening and closing of files, meeting/conference scheduling, document management, e-filing in both state and federal courts, and other special projects.</div><div><br>
</div><div>McGuireWoods, one of the world&rsquo;s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Manage document revisions, agreements and other filing/legal documents.</li><li>
Coordinate mailings, deliveries, copy jobs, and court (paper and electronic) filings where appropriate.</li><li>
Prepare, edit and format legal document shells and correspondence.</li><li>
Transactional practices: prepare closing documents, signature pages, and binders.</li><li>
Litigation practices: assemble exhibits and hearing binders; prepare document productions; schedule depositions.</li><li>
Organize and maintain case files, retrieve case files, and prepare files for closing in accordance with Records Department procedures.</li><li>
Make travel arrangements as required.</li><li>
Enter attorneys&rsquo; time into the time management system accurately and as needed; verify client/matter numbers and practice codes.</li><li>
Manage attorney calendars, email traffic, phone calls, and mail.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Requires high school diploma or GED and 3-5 years of legal assistant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor with the ability to work under pressure and in a detailed, deadline-driven environment.</li><li>
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, strong word processing ability, and strong proof-reading skills desired.</li><li>
Excellent planning and organizational skills.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.</li><li>
Possess a high degree of flexibility and ability to adapt to changing needs.</li></ul></div>

Legal Practice Assistant

United States Department of Justice

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Hiring Organization</b></div>
<div><div>Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Hiring Office</b></div>
<div><div>Central Office, Office of General Counsel, Employment Law Branch, Washington, DC</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Attorney Appointment Type</b></div>
<div><div>Attorney Permanent</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:</b></div>
Office of General Counsel, Employment Law Branch - Various Locations Available<br>
Washington or TBD 20534 - United States
</div><div><div><b>Application Deadline:</b></div>
<div><div>Tuesday, September 30, 2025
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><b>About the Office</b></div>
<div><div><p>The primary mission of the Employment Law Branch (ELB) is to represent the Agency in labor and employment cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), labor arbitrators, as well as the Office of Special Counsel (OSC). The attorneys in the Branch provide assistance to attorneys outside of the Bureau. In civil complaints of employment discrimination, ELB attorneys provide legal assistance to Assistant United States Attorneys in United States District Court and in the United States Court of Federal Claims. ELB attorneys also provide assistance to DOJ Civil Division attorneys in matters before the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the District of Columbia Circuit. ELB staff review disciplinary letters for technical and legal sufficiency, conditions of employment reviews, and compressed work schedules. They provide legal advice to management officials on labor and employment matters. In addition to the staff in Central Office, Washington, DC, ELB has satellite offices in Mid-Atlantic Regional Office, Annapolis, MD; Kansas City, Kansas; Atlanta, Georgia; Grand Prairie, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Stockton, California.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p>The incumbent will have the responsibility of litigating cases before administrative judges at the MSPB, EEOC, FLRA, as well as other forums. The incumbent will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the preparation of Federal District Court trials.<br>
<br>
Locations: Four selections will be made from this vacancy with up to six possible locations (Washington, D.C.; Grand Prairie, TX; Kansas City, KS; Annapolis Junction, MD; Stockton, CA and Atlanta, GA). You may apply for multiple locations at the same time by noting your interest in your cover letter.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><p><b>Required qualifications:</b> Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one (1) year post-J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience.<br>
<br>
<b>Preferred qualifications:</b> Prior experience in labor and employment discrimination and/or general litigation is highly desired.</p></div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>Applicants must submit a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, resume (not to exceed two pages), preferred duty location, list of references, and a writing sample by September 26, 2025, to: Douglas Goldring, Associate General Counsel, at BOP-OGC-EmploymentLawApplications@bop.gov. Please include in the subject line &ldquo;ELB Attorney - September 2025.&quot;<br>
<br>
This position is open until filled, but no later than September 30, 2025.</p></div>
</div></div><div><p>Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.</p>
</div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
<div><div><p>Current salary, location, and years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range, including locality pay adjustments, is GS-12, GS-13, GS-14 or GS-15.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Assistant General Counsel, Employment Law Branch

Hiring Organization
<br>USAO District of Columbia
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Criminal Division
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>25-DC-12774778-AUSA
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b><br>
601 D Street NW
<br>Washington, DC 20530 - United States
<br><br>
<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, September 26, 2025
<br>About the Office
<br><br>
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia (USAO-DC) is unique in the size and the scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. Assistant United States Attorney's (AUSA) assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute a broad range of U.S. Code violations in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.
<br><br>
Job Description
<br><br>
The Criminal Division is responsible for investigating and prosecuting criminal cases in the U.S. District Court. Located in the nation's capitol. The division has jurisdiction for a broad range of consequential cases, including violent crime, child exploitation, human trafficking, drug trafficking, fraud, government corruption, cybercrime, terrorism, sanctions violations, espionage, and other threats to D.C. and the nation.
<br><br>
The Criminal Division is accepting applications for attorneys to serve as line and supervisory AUSAs in the Criminal Division.
<br><br>
The Asset Forfeiture Unit utilizes criminal, civil, and administrative tools to punish and deter criminal activity by depriving criminals of property used in or acquired through illegal activities and to recover assets that may be used to compensate victims. The caseload involves matters across all criminal sections, whether in partnership with a criminal AUSA or as an independent matter.
<br><br>
The Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking (CEHT) section handles a broad range of matters related to internet-based crimes against children as well as human trafficking prosecutions. CEHT primarily investigates cases involving the production of and trafficking in child pornography, commercial sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and interstate domestic violence and stalking offenses. CEHT AUSAs are often involved in interviewing victims of sexual abuse or trafficking, coordinating with law enforcement agents to charge and arrest targets, and drafting search warrants for electronic evidence.
<br><br>
The Federal Major Crimes (FMC) section prosecutes a range of federal crimes, with a focus on high-tempo arrest-driven prosecutions or reactive investigations. FMC prosecutes the prohibited possession of firearms and controlled substances, violent crime sprees and crews, robberies, destruction of government property, and other federal crimes in the District of Columbia. As their experience increases, FMC AUSAs have the opportunity to partner with and support AUSAs in other sections in the Criminal Division.
<br><br>
The Fraud, Public Corruption, and Civil Rights (FPCCR) section handles complex and challenging prosecutions intended to address a range of white-collar crimes. FPCCR prosecutes fraud offenses against government agencies, including health-care fraud, tax fraud, and federal program fraud; frauds targeting businesses, non-profits, and social institutions; money laundering networks perpetrating frauds against financial institutions and online through cryptocurrencies; and cyber-enabled frauds (such as ransomware) and crimes (such as hacking to steal funds/crypto and information). FPCCR prosecutes public corruption offenses, such as bribery; conflicts of interest; theft of government funds; election crimes; and efforts to obstruct or interfere with the lawful functioning of Congress, the Judiciary, and Executive Branch. This section also prosecutes civil rights offenses, such as crimes based on protected characteristics.
<br><br>
The National Security (NS) section investigates and prosecutes criminal activity that threatens our nation's security, including: international and domestic terrorism; hostage-takings and other violence against Americans outside the U.S.; export control and sanctions violations; espionage, malign foreign influence, and transnational repression; unauthorized retention or disclosure of classified information and national defense information; and cyber offenses targeted at the U.S. government or perpetrated by those connected to state actors or terrorist organizations. The section is looking for applicants who are willing and able to handle the breadth of the section's practice; particular preference will be given to those applicants who have demonstrated an interest and skill in investigations involving cryptocurrency, cyber crimes, or criminal or civil forfeiture.
<br><br>
The Violent Crime and Narcotic Trafficking (VCNT) section disrupts and dismantles criminal networks engaged in serious violence and large-scale firearms and drug trafficking. VCNT places an emphasis on proactive, intelligence-driven, long- and medium-term criminal investigations, and our prosecutions focus on violent street crews, transnational criminal organizations, and the district's drivers of violence. VCNT's prosecutions target everything from criminal street gangs to international drug cartels engaged in a broad range of federal offenses, including firearms and narcotics conspiracies, interstate robbery conspiracies, RICO and VICAR, darknet market drug trafficking and money laundering, and Continuing Criminal Enterprises. VCNT AUSAs advise and coordinate with law enforcement agencies on investigative steps and sequencing; draft search warrants and other legal process; present cases to the federal grand jury; brief and handle detention hearings and other hearings in court; and prosecute cases through trial.
<br><br>
Qualifications
<br><br>
<b>Required Qualifications:</b><br>
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience. A minimum of three years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience is required.
<br><br>
United States citizenship is required.
<br><br>
<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a prosecutor, including complex investigation, substantive writing, and multiple jury trials. A judicial clerkship and experience as federal prosecutor are preferred. Additionally, the ideal candidate's work experience will demonstrate the following: a commitment to public service and the rule of law; high moral character; sound judgment; a strong work ethic; superior communication and advocacy skills before judges and juries; exceptional research and writing ability; thorough legal and factual analysis; an ability to work well with others; and an ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
<br><br>
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
<br><br>
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
<br><br>
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment / duty location.
<br><br>
Application Process
<br><br>
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
<br><br>
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/26/2025 to receive consideration.
<br><br>
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
<br><br>
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
<br>You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
<br><br>
Required - A Cover Letter. Please specify which section(s) you would like to be considered for in the Criminal Division.
<br>Required - Required - Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
<br>Required - Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year).
<br>Required - Unofficial or official law school transcript. (Please do not submit a restricted pdf document with encryption or password security.)
<br>Required - Writing Sample (such as an appellate brief, substantive brief, or memorandum) that reflects your own work and does not exceed a total of 15 pages).
<br>Required, if applicable - To get Veterans' Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the "How you will be Evaluated" section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans' Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans' preference information in your cover letter or resume.
<br>3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
<br><br>
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
<br><br>
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact US Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia at or email at USADC.Staffers@usdoj.gov, prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.
<br><br>
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
<br><br>
Salary
<br><br>
<b>Salary Information:</b> This is an excepted service attorney appointment under an Administrative Determined pay scale. (See www.justice.gov/usao/career-center/salary-information/administratively-determined-pay-plan-charts). Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. These positions range from AD-23 to AD-29. The range of pay is $90, 896 to $195,100 which includes 33.94% locality pay. For additional information on salary and benefits, visit www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-benefits.
<br><br>
<b>Other Benefits:</b> The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.
<br><br>
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
<br><br>
<b>Relocation Expenses:</b> Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
<br><br>
<b>USAO Residency Requirement:</b> Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.
<br><br>
<b>Type of Position:</b> All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14 month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
<br><br>
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
<br><br>
<b>Political Appointees (Current and Former):</b> Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
<br><br>
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)

Legal Aid Society Of DC

<div><p>Legal Aid DC seeks an experienced, preferably bilingual, staff attorney for its Domestic Violence and Family Law Unit.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Since 1932, Legal Aid has provided civil legal assistance to clients in individual cases and engaged in systemic reform. Currently, we provide individual representation in consumer law, domestic violence/family law, housing, public benefits, and appellate matters. We also work on immigration matters and help individuals with the collateral consequences of their involvement with the criminal justice system. From the experiences of our clients, we identify opportunities for law reform, public policy advocacy, and systemic impact and appellate litigation.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Legal Aid believes that meaningful pursuit of our anti-poverty mission requires an unwavering commitment to racial justice and equity. We aspire both to reflect the rich racial diversity of the communities we serve and to value, respect, and empower our staff and clients to be effective agents of change. For more information about Legal Aid please visit our website, www.LegalAidDC.org.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Legal Aid DC&rsquo;s Domestic Violence &amp; Family Law Unit is comprised of a managing attorney, supervising attorneys, staff attorneys, legal assistants, and intake specialists. The Domestic Violence &amp; Family Law Unit represents clients in a wide range of intrafamily matters in D.C. Superior Court. Our Unit assists domestic violence survivors with Civil Protection Orders, and represents clients in custody, child support, parentage<br>
and divorce cases.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
In addition to representing clients in court, our Unit participates in community outreach, interviews prospective clients, and engages in systemic reform efforts. The Domestic Violence &amp; Family Law Unit primarily works out of our NW office, but may also work out of Legal Aid DC&rsquo;s community office in SE. Unit attorneys also staff<br>
one or more of the District&rsquo;s two Domestic Violence Intake Centers (DVICs)&ndash; in NW at the DC Superior Courthouse and in SE at the &ldquo;Big Chair&rdquo; office complex in Anacostia - as well as the Child Support Resource Center (CSRC) and the Family Law Assistance Network (FLAN) offices at DC Superior Court.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Qualifications</b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
The ideal candidate will have the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Membership or eligibility for membership in the DC bar is required.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Two to five years of experience in legal services, ideally with a background in DV/family law.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong litigation, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.</li>
</ul><ul><li>The ability to work skillfully, both independently and collaboratively with teams.</li>
</ul><ul><li>A demonstrated commitment to racial, social, and economic justice.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Bilingual skills in Spanish, Amharic, or another language prevalent in Legal Aid DC&rsquo;s client community are strongly preferred but not required.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Salary and Benefits</b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
The attorney will be paid in accordance with Legal Aid's based on years of full-time legal experience. Lateral hires will receive credit for years of relevant work experience. Starting salaries are as follows:</p><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>Attorney with two years full-time legal work experience: $75,752</li>
</ul><ul><li>Attorney with three years full-time legal work experience: $78,277</li>
</ul><ul><li>Attorney with five years full-time legal work experience: $85,852</li>
</ul><ul><li>Attorney with ten years full-time legal work experience: $93,427</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Legal Aid generally provides two salary increases per year: a cost-of-living increase at the beginning of the year and a step increase in July.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Legal Aid offers a generous benefits package, including eligibility for fully paid health insurance, annual retirement match, 13 paid holidays, 20 days of annual leave per year and 15 days of sick leave per year.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Click here for full salary scale and additional benefits information.</p><br>
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<p>
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW Local 2320. New hires start with a 90-day probationary period before they are considered full-time, regular employees.</p><br>
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To Apply</b></p><br>
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Legal Aid values an inclusive, diverse workplace and encourages applications from interested persons from diverse backgrounds of any race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We strongly encourage applications from people with personal experience with the criminal justice system and/or with lived experiences in the communities we serve. Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and resume here. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. This position has a closing date of <b>October </b><b>10</b><b>, 2025</b>. No emails or phone calls, please.</p></div>

Staff Attorney, Domestic Violence & Family Law Unit

Okanogan County

<div><div><div><p>Okanogan County Position Description<br>
<br>
</p><p><br>
<b>TITLE: DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
</b><br>
<br>
<b>Summary
</b><br>
<br>
Carry out broad based criminal legal assignments under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney.
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Primarily handle Appeals, resulting from Superior Court adult Felony cases.
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<br>
<b>Scope of Responsibility
</b><br>
<br>
The Deputy Prosecutor is expected to manage a high-volume adult felony appeals in an organized and
<br>
efficient manner. Exercise independent judgement within a latitude set by the Prosecuting Attorney.
<br>
This position performs highly complex legal work representing the State of Washington in the
<br>
prosecution of criminal offenses at the Superior Court, Juvenile Court, and Appellate Court levels. The
<br>
Deputy Prosecutor may also be responsible for assisting with resolving day to day issues with law
<br>
enforcement and defense attorneys, communicating with the public, and contributing to community
<br>
and law enforcement presentations. Duties are performed with professional discretion and within
<br>
office policies, professional ethics and standards and legal requirements.
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<br>
<b>Typical Duties
</b><br>
<br>
Manage a high number of appeals cases with the Court of Appeals Division III, Washington State
<br>
Supreme Court, and other appeal matters as assigned by the Okanogan County Prosecuting Attorney.
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Consult with law enforcement regarding their investigations when requested and advise law
<br>
enforcement about legal issues related to the criminal cases.
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Review reports for legal sufficiency and determine appropriate charges to be filed, if any, and
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determine whether to refer cases back to law enforcement for further investigation.
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Draft legal pleadings that are detailed, accurate, and professional including Informations and/or
<br>
Criminal Complaints, Jury Instructions, Trial Briefs, Motions in Limine, Probable Cause statements,
<br>
appeal briefs, etc.
<br>
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Identify witnesses and evidence in each case and contact/interview victims and witnesses before
<br>
trials; work with legal assistants and victim witness personnel to provide complete discovery to
<br>
defense.
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<br>
Prepare pre-trial motions and perform necessary legal research for drafting pre-trial, trial, and post
<br>
trial memoranda and briefs for the court.
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Respond to defense motions with legal research and argument.
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<br>
Perform as a trial litigator, including being able to:
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Consult with victims regarding their input into plea bargaining decisions or sentencing in cooperation
<br>
with victim/witness personnel.
<br>
<br>
Correctly apply the various rules of the sentencing reform act to determine the presumptive range for
<br>
criminal offenses, and take steps to ensure that adequate documentation of criminal history is
<br>
available.
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</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><p>Okanogan County Position Description<br>
<br>
</p><p><br>
Make appropriate recommendations for sentencing and be able to defend those recommendations in
<br>
court.
<br>
<br>
Present probation violation testimony as needed and argue for the position of the State.
<br>
<br>
Draft appeals of pre-trial rulings as appropriate.
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<br>
Respond to defendant&rsquo;s appeals or personal restraint or habeas corpus petitions, performing all
<br>
necessary legal research and writing of legal briefs.
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<br>
Argue appeals at the Superior Court, Court of Appeals, and/or the Supreme Court.
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<br>
Negotiates cases with other parties and attorneys through written, in person, telephonic, and e-mail
<br>
means.
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Prepare cases for trial. Assure thorough investigation and organization of facts and information.
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Handle pretrial hearings such as arraignments, motions to suppress, competency and related
<br>
matters, as applicable; coordinate with law enforcement agencies as required.
<br>
<br>
Present and conduct courtroom proceedings necessary to effectively try or defend assigned cases.
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Determine strategy including organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance
<br>
of witnesses and related factors. Assure Prosecuting Attorney is informed of case progress and
<br>
direction.
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<br>
Plan, organize, evaluate and direct the work activities of employees of lower
<br>
classification.
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<br>
Advise law enforcement after hours in regard to arrests, searches, warrants, etc.
<br>
<br>
Assure the accuracy of work performed in assigned sections of the department by monitoring the
<br>
work of personnel in their various areas of responsibility.
<br>
<br>
Assure the prompt investigation of citizen questions and/ or complaints regarding the various
<br>
functions of the department. Personally, initiate actions to resolve complex problems.
<br>
<br>
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal
<br>
functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of
<br>
responsibility, but should not be considered an all- inclusive listing of work requirements.
<br>
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover
<br>
absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
<br>
<br>
<b>Qualifications
</b><br>
<br>
Requires graduation from law school, and a valid license to practice law in the State of Washington.
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Requires a thorough knowledge of criminal law and related Washington statutes and cases. Requires
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the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Requires the ability to establish
<br>
and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials and employees of other
<br>
departments and agencies and the general public.
<br>
<br>
<b>Special Requirements
</b></p><p>2
</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><p>Okanogan County Position Description<br>
<br>
</p><p><br>
Possession of valid Washington State Driver's license. Ability to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive, in-<br>
depth background investigation which shows no criminal activity which could directly impact ability to
<br>
perform the job.
<br>
<br>
Individuals assigned to this classification work in the capacity of an &quot; at- will&quot; employee and may be
<br>
terminated without or without cause, at the discretion of the County Prosecutor.
<br>
<br>
<b>Physical Demands and Environment
</b><br>
<br>
The working environment for Deputy Prosecuting Attorney is primarily in an office setting; The duties
<br>
require sitting, standing, walking on all types of terrain, maintaining balance, climbing stairs and
<br>
inclines, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, requires a sense of
<br>
touch, finger dexterity, ability to grip with fingers and hands, and occasionally lift and carry up to 30
<br>
pounds. Requires working alone; ability to operate a passenger vehicle, ability to hear voice
<br>
conversations; far, side, color vision with depth perception. Requires wearing rubber or plastic gloves.<br>
</p><p></p><br>
<br>
<br>
<p><br>
Effective Date: EEO Code: Department: Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office
</p><p>Dates Amended: 10/19/2021 Union: Division: None
</p><p>FLSA Exempt: No Grade: Pos #:
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DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

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