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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

D.C. Board of Elections

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></div><p>
This position is located in the District of Columbia Board of Elections (BOE), Office of the General Counsel. The BOE&rsquo;s mission is to enfranchise eligible residents, conduct elections, and assure the integrity of the electoral process as mandated by both federal and local laws.</p><div></div><div><br>
The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as a litigation attorney for the agency, managing complex and difficult matters, providing expert legal advice, and participating in the development of BOE policies, directives, and procedures concerning administrative matters.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div><p>
Incumbent has responsibility for: overseeing all aspects of assigned administrative and judicial proceedings on behalf of BOE, including research, drafting pleadings, and oral argument; performing thorough and comprehensive legal research on assigned questions of law or policy utilizing myriad methods of research, including texts, online tools, legal databases, etc.; drafting memoranda, proposed orders, legislation, rulemaking, and other legal documents for adoption by the BOE officials who exercise final authority in such matters, and assisting with review of the same from colleagues.</p><p>
Incumbent also provides expert legal advice and participates in the development of BOE policies, directives, and procedures concerning administrative matters; keeps abreast of judicial, agency, and other changes in laws and regulations related to the function of the agency and recommends appropriate courses of action to the General Counsel; develops, coordinates, and executes special projects as assigned by the General Counsel; attends and participates in meetings, hearings before committees of the Council of the District of Columbia and the Congress pertaining to proposed laws and/or legislation which may affect existing laws related to the functions of the agency, and conferences to represent the views of the agency and to ascertain the development of relevant trends and customs in other jurisdictions as they relate to the mission and areas of responsibility; and performs other duties as assigned.</p><p></p><div><b><br>
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The incumbent must possess a LLB or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) at the time of appointment.</div><p>
The incumbent must have at least five (5) years of post J.D. professional legal experience. Experience in election administration or advising public officials or agencies is preferred, particularly within a regulatory election context.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or be eligible to waive in and be admitted into the D.C. Bar within 360 days of their appointment. An appointee to the Legal Service position shall remain a member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar during his/her employment in the Legal Service.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Work is primarily sedentary and performed in the normal office setting, and makes no unusual physical demands. Some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects (such as boxes of records, briefs, cases, and exhibits) is required. Promotion Potential - None.</div><p></p><div><b><br>
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Tour of Duty:</b> Monday &ndash; Friday 8:15 a.m. &ndash; 4:45 p.m.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Collective Bargaining:</b> This position is NOT under a collective bargaining agreement.</div><p></p><p><b><br>
Applicants who are considered for this position are required to submit a legal writing sample upon request and/or participate in a writing exercise as a part of the interview process.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.</p></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Attorney Advisor

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.
<br>
Primarily handle Appeals, resulting from Superior Court adult Felony cases.
<br>
<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.
<br>
<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.
<br>
<br>
Consult with law enforcement regarding their investigations when requested and advise law
<br>
enforcement about legal issues related to the criminal cases.
<br>
<br>
Review reports for legal sufficiency and determine appropriate charges to be filed, if any, and
<br>
determine whether to refer cases back to law enforcement for further investigation.
<br>
<br>
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>
<br>
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.
<br>
<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.
<br>
<br>
Respond to defense motions with legal research and argument.
<br>
<br>
Perform as a trial litigator, including being able to:
<br>
<br>
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.
</p><p>1
</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.
<br>
<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.
<br>
<br>
Argue appeals at the Superior Court, Court of Appeals, and/or the Supreme Court.
<br>
<br>
Negotiates cases with other parties and attorneys through written, in person, telephonic, and e-mail
<br>
means.
<br>
<br>
Prepare cases for trial. Assure thorough investigation and organization of facts and information.
<br>
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.
<br>
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.
<br>
<br>
Plan, organize, evaluate and direct the work activities of employees of lower
<br>
classification.
<br>
<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.
<br>
Requires a thorough knowledge of criminal law and related Washington statutes and cases. Requires
<br>
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 #:
</p><p></p><p>3</p></div></div></div><p></p>

DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

US DHS Headquarters

Attorney-Advisor (General)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

<div>
 <strong>
  Organizational Location:
 </strong>
 This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Chief Counsel, located in Washigton, DC.
</div>


General Attorney

The Hartford

<div>Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE<p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals &ndash; and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.</p><p></p><p><br>
Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do. The Senior Staff Attorney is an in-house, fully remote, position that will handle a designated caseload of Workers&rsquo; Compensation cases.</p><p></p><p>
This position will be a part of a collaborative learning environment offering remote work and onsite appearances in partnership with our Attorney Staff ( approximately 4X annually). The team is committed to personal growth as we strive to provide excellent customer service to our insureds. As part of our commitment to continuous learning, we are proud to act as a CLE provider throughout the year! If you have a passion for the law and enjoy collaborating within a matrixed business environment where you will have direct interaction with Claim partners and insureds, we want to speak with you!</p><p></p><p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive and develop well- reasoned</li></ul><p>
 legal research.</p><ul><li>Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.</li><li>Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, petitions for reconsideration,</li></ul><p>
 trail briefs in support of defense strategies with autonomy.</p><ul><li>Partner with our Claims Partners to achieve the best results for our Hartford insured.</li><li>Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other</li></ul><p>
 services to clients on legal and factual issues.</p><ul><li>Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel with</li></ul><p>
 professional diplomacy and discretion.</p><ul><li>Facilitate prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.</li><li>Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials,</li></ul><p>
 judicial/administrative hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute resolutions.</p><ul><li>Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients.</li><li>Participate in Team Huddles.</li><li>Provide in-house training to junior associates and/or claims partners.</li><li>Participate in claims file reviews.</li><li>Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of</li></ul><p>
 professional expertise.</p><p></p><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of legal practice expertise handling complex/life pension Workers&rsquo;</li></ul><p>
 Compensation cases.</p><ul><li>JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in the state of California.</li></ul><p>
 Member in good standing of applicable Bar Association.</p><ul><li>Trial experience is preferred.</li><li>Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.</li><li>Excellent legal research and writing skills.</li><li>Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint &amp; Outlook)</li><li>Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!</li><li>Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.</li><li>Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as required.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?</b></p><ul><li>This role is fully remote to applicants with an active California Bar license, whether they</li></ul><p>
 reside within California or elsewhere in the United states .</p><p></p><p><b>
Compensation</b></p><p>
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:</p><p></p>
$128,000 - $192,000<p></p><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age</p><p></p><p>
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Senior Staff Attorney - Workers' Compensation

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

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