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caseacq

<p><b>About Us:</b><br/>We are a <b>consumer protection and personal injury law firm handling matters nationwide.</b> Our primary office is in Washington, D.C. We are expanding and seeking <b>licensed attorneys in multiple states to serve as local counsel</b> and represent clients within their jurisdictions. Attorneys licensed in <b>multiple states are strongly preferred</b> (and will receive more case assignments).</p><p><b>Position Overview:</b><br/>This is a <b>flexible, pre-litigation local counsel role</b>. Our team manages all case preparation, negotiations, and documentation. Local counsel attorneys will not need to file pleadings or handle court appearances. In lemon law matters, some cases may require attendance at an <b>arbitration hearing</b> (approximately 2 hours, with all documents prepared by our firm). In personal injury matters, your role is limited to ensuring jurisdictional coverage and compliance in the pre-litigation phase.</p><p><b>Compensation:</b></p><ul><li><b>10% of our fee </b></li><li>Standard fees range from <b>$4,000 &ndash; $12,000 per case</b>, so local counsel compensation typically falls between <b>$400 &ndash; $1,200 per matter</b>.</li><li>Engagements are on a case-by-case basis. No billable hours. No quotas.</li></ul><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Serve as local counsel in your jurisdiction for lemon law and personal injury matters.</li><li>Enter limited appearances if necessary (pre-litigation only).</li><li>Attend occasional arbitration hearings (approx. 2 hours, not in every case).</li><li>Present case documents prepared by our team.</li><li>Provide jurisdictional presence and ensure compliance with state-specific requirements.</li><li>Communicate with our D.C.-based attorney and case staff as needed.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Contract</p><p>Pay: $3,857.97 - $8,054.76 per month</p><p>Work Location: Remote</p>

Legal Counsel

Uber

<div><b>This is a hybrid role and you must be located in, or wiling to relocate to, Washington, DC or San Francisco for the position.
</b><br>
<br>
<b>About the Role
</b><br>
<br>
We are searching for a Counsel, Tax Controversy to join our Tax Team. This role will lead the management and resolution of U.S. and Canadian federal and state tax disputes, coordinate with global teams on significant non-U.S. controversies, and advise business and tax leaders on risk mitigation.
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<br>
<b>What You'll Do
</b><ul><li>Manage, resolve, and support U.S. and Canadian federal and state income tax audits and appeals, including planning audit strategy, drafting responses and protests, and negotiating with tax authorities.
</li><li>Support and manage tax litigation matters, including coordinating with outside counsel, developing factual and legal positions, and overseeing case preparation and fact discovery through administrative and judicial stages.
</li><li>Partner with external advisors to evaluate risks, develop legal arguments, and drive favorable audit and litigation outcomes.
</li><li>Provide legal support for global tax controversy matters, including transfer pricing and complex disputes.
</li><li>Advise on legal privilege considerations and manage global implementation of privilege and document-protection policies.
</li><li>Collaborate with the Tax Planning, Tax Business Advisory, and Business Product teams to proactively identify and mitigate tax risks in emerging products and complex transactions.
</li><li>Coordinate closely with Tax Planning, Transfer Pricing, and Tax Compliance teams to ensure consistent and accurate tax positions and audit-ready documentation.
</li><li>Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Policy to ensure consistency in litigating positions and strategic alignment and communication of tax risks and opportunities.
</li><li>Support the Tax Accounting and Provision teams by monitoring tax reserves, reviewing uncertain tax position analyses, and advising on risk associated with disclosures, amended filings, and compliance initiatives.
</li></ul><b>Basic Qualifications
</b><ul><li>Minimum of five (5) years of legal experience in private practice, in-house, or government.
</li><li>J.D. and license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
</li><li>Experience managing corporate tax audits, appeals, and litigations.
</li></ul><b>Preferred Qualifications
</b><ul><li>Strong tax research and tax analytical skills working with multiple complex areas of the tax law and tax controversy administrative rules.
</li><li>Experience in broad areas of tax advisory in a large law firm and large corporate environment or federal government.
</li><li>Ability to clearly communicate recommendations based on risk analysis in a highly ambiguous environment.
</li><li>Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, ensuring clear, accurate, and well-supported submissions to tax authorities.
</li>Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and documentation of uncertain tax positions.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
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For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$208,000 per year - USD$231,000 per year. For Washington, DC-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$208,000 per year - USD$231,000 per year. For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award &amp; other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.</div>

Counsel, Tax Controversy

American Rivers

<div><p><b>JOB TITLE</b>: Legal Counsel</p>
<p><b>
POSITION CLASSIFICATION:</b> Senior Director</p>
<p><b>
SALARY BAND</b>: A and B</p>
<p><b>
REPORTS TO: </b>General Counsel<br>
<b>LOCATION: </b>Washington, DC Area (Preferred)</p><p></p><p><b><br>
About American Rivers</b></p>
<p>
American Rivers is championing a national effort to protect and restore all rivers, from remote mountain streams to urban waterways. Healthy rivers provide people and nature with clean, abundant water and natural habitat. For 50 years, American Rivers staff, supporters, and partners have shared a common belief: Life Depends on Rivers&#8480;.</p><p></p><p><br>
The beauty of rivers is that they connect all people and communities &ndash; including within our organization. The life experiences, knowledge, innovation, and talent that different people bring to our work provides perspectives, experiences, and competencies which are critical to our effectiveness in protecting wild rivers, restoring damaged rivers, and conserving clean water for people and nature.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
JOB SUMMARY</b></p><br>
<p>
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel for American Rivers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and its affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, and a potential third tax-exempt or advocacy affiliate. As a critical member of the legal team, this in-house attorney will be responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations, providing legal advice to management, and protecting the organization&rsquo;s interests in various business matters. This role involves creation and management of preemptive risk tools and policies and advising and supporting the organization in legal disputes and negotiations. In collaboration with the General Counsel, the Legal Counsel shall proactively address the unique legal and governance challenges inherent in a multi-affiliate structure, ensuring each entity operates within the scope of its exempt purpose, while leveraging permissible collaboration to advance shared mission goals.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
This role requires a proactive approach to risk management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle a broad range of legal matters relevant to the organization&rsquo;s operations.</i></p><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
The successful candidate will have a collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work across departments and with external partners.</i></p><p></p><p><b><br>
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Committing to American Rivers core values.</li>
<li>Delivering accurate, timely legal counsel to executives and management on a broad range of topics &mdash; including contracts, employment, partnerships, corporate finance, and compliance &mdash; with particular emphasis on the legal intricacies that involve or impact the 501(c)(3) and 501 (c)(4) tax-exempt organizations and any additional affiliates by ensuring strict adherence to permissible collaborations, financial separations, and reporting obligations unique to each entity type</li>
<li>Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of legal documents including inter-organizational agreements, memoranda of understanding, and shared service contracts to ensure full regulatory compliance</li>
<li>Leading legal review on all joint projects, advocacy campaigns, fundraising efforts, and resource-sharing arrangements to ensure that program expenses, staff roles, and communications are properly allocated and documented to prevent impermissible subsidization or commingling of activities between affiliates</li>
<li>Developing and implementing internal governance policies, and regularly monitoring compliance with these policies and applicable laws</li>
<li>Conducting research and evaluating legal risks related to organizational decisions and operations, and offering proactive solutions and pathways to minimize exposure in areas such as corporate, political, and employment matters</li>
<li>Monitoring and facilitating mission-related litigation, working with conservation staff, the board committee, declarants, and outside counsel</li>
<li>Supporting the General Counsel in guiding the organization through third-party disputes and internal litigation, as necessary</li>
<li>Executing ongoing management of transactional risk, vendor performance, project-life bonding and insurance</li>
<li>Assisting with the preparation, review, and management of programmatic project documents, including contracts, RFPs (Requests for Proposals), and bid evaluations, to ensure compliance with organizational standards, governmental compliance, and project goals.</li>
<li>Keeping abreast of changes in local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and integrating relevant updates into the organization&rsquo;s operations</li>
<li>Advising the board and staff on conflict-of-interest policies, ensuring transparency through proper disclosure, recusal procedures, and alignment with the organization's fiduciary responsibilities</li>
<li>Supporting the protection of intellectual property, including trademarks and copyrights</li>
<li>Providing legal guidance and training to ensure organizational compliance with data privacy laws and regulations. Developing and maintaining privacy policies, managing privacy risks, and leading incident response efforts</li>
<li>Coordinating and managing relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities, as needed</li>
<li>Assisting with General Counsel with preparations for board and committee meetings for all organizations</li>
<li>Assisting in training and mentoring Legal Interns</li>
<li>Completing additional duties as assigned by the General Counsel</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>
 <b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Juris Doctor (JD) licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction</li>
<li>Five+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a law firm, the government, or with the nonprofit or public sector with respect to organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 527 of the Internal Revenue Code</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers</li>
<li>High ethical standards, sound judgment, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with management and other departments</li>
<li>Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently and able to manage multiple projects and priorities</li>
<li>Experience working with or supporting a General Counsel&rsquo;s office or legal department is highly valued</li>
<li>Knowledge of federal regulatory compliance (OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance and Federal Election Commission regulations) and/or construction law is preferred</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Slack. Knowledge of Intacct and project management software is a plus</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
Candidates who are unsure if they meet all minimum qualifications or who have transferable skills and experience beyond the conservation sector are encouraged to apply.</i></p><p></p><p><b><br>
LOCATION </b>HYBRID with access to our Washington, DC headquarters. Other occasional regional and national travel to meetings and training may be required.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
COMPENSATION</b><br>
American Rivers offers marketable compensation that reflects the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The salary range for this position is $120,063 -$146,696, annually, depending on experience and qualifications. We provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our full-time, regular employees', including:</p>
<ul>
<li> Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance.</li>
<li>Financial Security: After one year of service, American Rivers begins contributing a 3% employer contribution. There is no vesting schedule for employer contributions, as employees are 100% vested upon participation.</li>
<li>Time Off: Four weeks of paid leave, eleven paid holidays, three floating holidays, and sick leave.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
At American Rivers, we are committed to supporting our employee&rsquo;s well-being, professional growth, and financial security, ensuring they can thrive both at work and in life.</i></p><p></p><p><b><br>
COMMUNITY AND OPPORTUNITY</b></p>
<ul>
<li>At American Rivers, our core values drive everything we do &ndash; we Lead with Collaboration and Trust, Infuse Equity and Justice, Deliver Results, and Ensure Staff and Volunteers Thrive. We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>Our culture prioritizes work-life thriving through Focus Fridays (no internal meetings), professional development opportunities, a home office stipend, and our comprehensive leave policies, including sabbatical leave (every seven years) and paid parental leave (six weeks w/ one year of service).</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>We also ensure leadership stays connected to staff needs through an internal advisory group, fostering open communication and continuous improvement.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>At American Rivers, our people are our strength, and we are dedicated to building a thriving, inclusive workplace where everyone can grow and contribute to our mission.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
American Rivers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at 202-243-7040 or recruitment@americanrivers.org. Please note that one week&rsquo;s advance notice is preferred.</b></p><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Applicant must be legally allowed to work as an employee in the United States.</i></b> <b><i>American Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Candidates of all personal and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Posting will close on Friday, December 12, 2025</i></b></p></div><p></p>

<div>
 JOB TITLE: Legal Counsel
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 <br/>
 POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Senior Director
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 <br/>
 SALARY BAND: A and B
 <br/>
 <br/>
 REPORTS TO: General Counsel
 <br/>
 <br/>
 LOCATION: Washington, DC Area (Preferred)
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About American Rivers
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 American Rivers is championing a national effort to protect and restore all rivers, from remote mountain streams to urban waterways. Healthy rivers provide people and nature with clean, abundant water and natural habitat. For 50 years, American Rivers staff, supporters, and partners have shared a common belief: Life Depends on Rivers℠.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The beauty of rivers is that they connect all people and communities &ndash; including within our organization. The life experiences, knowledge, innovation, and talent that different people bring to our work provides perspectives, experiences, and competencies which are critical to our effectiveness in protecting wild rivers, restoring damaged rivers, and conserving clean water for people and nature.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel for American Rivers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and its affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, and a potential third tax-exempt or advocacy affiliate. As a critical member of the legal team, this in-house attorney will be responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations, providing legal advice to management, and protecting the organization&rsquo;s interests in various business matters. This role involves creation and management of preemptive risk tools and policies and advising and supporting the organization in legal disputes and negotiations. In collaboration with the General Counsel, the Legal Counsel shall proactively address the unique legal and governance challenges inherent in a multi-affiliate structure, ensuring each entity operates within the scope of its exempt purpose, while leveraging permissible collaboration to advance shared mission goals.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <em>
  This role requires a proactive approach to risk management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle a broad range of legal matters relevant to the organization&rsquo;s operations.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <em>
  The successful candidate will have a collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work across departments and with external partners.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <strong>
  Principal Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Committing to American Rivers core values.
  </li>
  <li>
   Delivering accurate, timely legal counsel to executives and management on a broad range of topics &mdash; including contracts, employment, partnerships, corporate finance, and compliance &mdash; with particular emphasis on the legal intricacies that involve or impact the 501(c)(3) and 501 (c)(4) tax-exempt organizations and any additional affiliates by ensuring strict adherence to permissible collaborations, financial separations, and reporting obligations unique to each entity type
  </li>
  <li>
   Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of legal documents including inter-organizational agreements, memoranda of understanding, and shared service contracts to ensure full regulatory compliance
  </li>
  <li>
   Leading legal review on all joint projects, advocacy campaigns, fundraising efforts, and resource-sharing arrangements to ensure that program expenses, staff roles, and communications are properly allocated and documented to prevent impermissible subsidization or commingling of activities between affiliates
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing and implementing internal governance policies, and regularly monitoring compliance with these policies and applicable laws
  </li>
  <li>
   Conducting research and evaluating legal risks related to organizational decisions and operations, and offering proactive solutions and pathways to minimize exposure in areas such as corporate, political, and employment matters
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitoring and facilitating mission-related litigation, working with conservation staff, the board committee, declarants, and outside counsel
  </li>
  <li>
   Supporting the General Counsel in guiding the organization through third-party disputes and internal litigation, as necessary
  </li>
  <li>
   Executing ongoing management of transactional risk, vendor performance, project-life bonding and insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   Assisting with the preparation, review, and management of programmatic project documents, including contracts, RFPs (Requests for Proposals), and bid evaluations, to ensure compliance with organizational standards, governmental compliance, and project goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Keeping abreast of changes in local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and integrating relevant updates into the organization&rsquo;s operations
  </li>
  <li>
   Advising the board and staff on conflict-of-interest policies, ensuring transparency through proper disclosure, recusal procedures, and alignment with the organization's fiduciary responsibilities
  </li>
  <li>
   Supporting the protection of intellectual property, including trademarks and copyrights
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing legal guidance and training to ensure organizational compliance with data privacy laws and regulations. Developing and maintaining privacy policies, managing privacy risks, and leading incident response efforts
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinating and managing relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities, as needed
  </li>
  <li>
   Assisting with General Counsel with preparations for board and committee meetings for all organizations
  </li>
  <li>
   Assisting in training and mentoring Legal Interns
  </li>
  <li>
   Completing additional duties as assigned by the General Counsel
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Minimum Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Juris Doctor (JD) licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
  </li>
  <li>
   Five+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a law firm, the government, or with the nonprofit or public sector with respect to organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 527 of the Internal Revenue Code
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers
  </li>
  <li>
   High ethical standards, sound judgment, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with management and other departments
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently and able to manage multiple projects and priorities
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working with or supporting a General Counsel&rsquo;s office or legal department is highly valued
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledge of federal regulatory compliance (OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance and Federal Election Commission regulations) and/or construction law is preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Slack. Knowledge of Intacct and project management software is a plus
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <em>
  Candidates who are unsure if they meet all minimum qualifications or who have transferable skills and experience beyond the conservation sector are encouraged to apply.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 LOCATION HYBRID with access to our Washington, DC headquarters. Other occasional regional and national travel to meetings and training may be required.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Compensation
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 American Rivers offers marketable compensation that reflects the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The salary range for this position is $120,063 -$146,696, annually, depending on experience and qualifications. We provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our full-time, regular employees', including:
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Financial Security: After one year of service, American Rivers begins contributing a 3% employer contribution. There is no vesting schedule for employer contributions, as employees are 100% vested upon participation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Time Off: Four weeks of paid leave, eleven paid holidays, three floating holidays, and sick leave.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <em>
  At American Rivers, we are committed to supporting our employee&rsquo;s well-being, professional growth, and financial security, ensuring they can thrive both at work and in life.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 COMMUNITY AND OPPORTUNITY
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   At American Rivers, our core values drive everything we do &ndash; we Lead with Collaboration and Trust, Infuse Equity and Justice, Deliver Results, and Ensure Staff and Volunteers Thrive. We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference.
  </li>
  <li>
   Our culture prioritizes work-life thriving through Focus Fridays (no internal meetings), professional development opportunities, a home office stipend, and our comprehensive leave policies, including sabbatical leave (every seven years) and paid parental leave (six weeks w/ one year of service).
  </li>
  <li>
   We also ensure leadership stays connected to staff needs through an internal advisory group, fostering open communication and continuous improvement.
  </li>
  <li>
   At American Rivers, our people are our strength, and we are dedicated to building a thriving, inclusive workplace where everyone can grow and contribute to our mission.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 American Rivers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at 202-243-7040 or recruitment@americanrivers.org. Please note that one week&rsquo;s advance notice is preferred.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <em>
  Applicant must be legally allowed to work as an employee in the United States.
 </em>
 <em>
  American Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <em>
  Candidates of all personal and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <em>
  Posting will close on Friday, December 12, 2025
 </em>
</div>


DC Department of Human Resources

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 This position is located in the Office of Unified Communications (OUC), Office of the General Counsel (OGC). OGC is responsible for providing legal advice, litigation support, ensuring compliance with District of Columbia and federal laws. The Attorney Advisor will work under the direct supervision of the General Counsel, who provides broadly defined missions. The incumbent will independently plan, organize, and discharge duties, determine appropriate courses of action, and refer to the General Counsel in cases of policy interpretation or in matters having wide scaled ramifications and presents recommended solutions.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Duties And Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Attorney Advisor will serve as a senior attorney in OUC&rsquo;s OGC handling complex and difficult matters. The incumbent will review various legal documents and relevant case laws to determine whether execution or non-execution of proposed actions is in the best interest of the District of Columbia government and will provide statements of reason and will draft language necessary to obviate objections. The Attorney Advisor will examine and analyze proposed orders, legislation, and other legal document from various sources for legal sufficiency, both as to the form and substance or rulemaking decisions. The incumbent will review records of hearing, including briefs filed, exceptions taken, rulings made, tentative decisions, as well as reports of findings of fact and conclusions of law. They will analyze the aforementioned documents and will provide recommendations to supervisor as appropriate.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The incumbent will represent OUC before administrative tribunals, including the D.C. Office of Administrative Hearings, the D.C. Office of Employee Appeals, the D.C. Office of Human Rights, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and handle all case responsibilities, including the preparation of position statements, briefs, motions, and other documents and evidence to support cases, as necessary. They will provide advice to management regarding compliance with applicable personnel laws and regulations and collective bargaining agreements, including advice related to labor and personnel actions. The Attorney Advisor will work with the General Counsel in the development and implementation of program guidelines, new and improved policies, procedures and processes to effect efficient program operations; and in the planning, development and institution of short/long term agency plans and activities, incorporating strategic provisions, as appropriate. The incumbent will prepare legal documents on complex and substantive matters, providing summary analyses of issues and recommendations for consideration of the General Counsel.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Qualifications And Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 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. Must have at least three (3) years of post J.D. professional legal experience.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Licenses and Certifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. If not currently a member of the Bar, prior to their appointment, the incumbent must send proof of their complete, submitted application to the District of Columbia Bar. 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Work Conditions/Environment
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Work is generally performed in an office setting. The work is sedentary. However, there may be some walking; handling, carrying and occasional lifting and movement of light and heavy objects such as documents, records, boxes, books and binders or other equipment required.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Other Significant Facts
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. &ndash; 5:00 p.m.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Pay Plan, Series and Grade,
 </strong>
 LA-0905-14
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 <br/>
 <strong>
  Salary
 </strong>
 : $128,795 - $167,437
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Promotion Potential:
 </strong>
 No Known Promotion Potential
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Collective Bargaining Unit
 </strong>
 : This position is not in the collective Bargaining Unit.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Position Designation:
 </strong>
 This position has been designated as security-sensitive, therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations. Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to (a) criminal background checks; (b) traffic record check (as applicable); (c) Consumer credit check (as applicable); (c) reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing; and (d) post-accident or incident drug and alcohol testing.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Residency Preference:
 </strong>
 Applicants claiming "Residency Preference&rdquo; will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  EEO Statement:
 </strong>
 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.
</div>


Attorney Advisor

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>Office of Information Policy (OIP)</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Hiring Office</b></div>
<div><div>Initial Request Litigation Staff</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Attorney Appointment Type</b></div>
<div><div>Attorney Permanent</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job ID</b></div>
<div><div>IRL-2025-2</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:</b></div>
441 G Street, NW<br>
6th Floor<br>
Washington , DC 20530-0001 - United States
</div><div><div><b>Application Deadline:</b></div>
<div><div>Tuesday, December 16, 2025
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><b>About the Office</b></div>
<div><div><p>The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking an experienced attorney to work in the Office of Information Policy (OIP), located in Washington, DC. OIP manages the Department&rsquo;s responsibilities related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which includes coordinating and implementing policy development and compliance government-wide for the FOIA, processing FOIA requests for the senior leadership offices within the Department, adjudicating all administrative appeals from denials by any Department component under the FOIA, and assisting in the defense of certain FOIA matters in litigation. OIP attorneys may be assigned/reassigned to any one of several distinct but inter-related teams based on mission-critical office needs. Those teams include: the Administrative Appeals Staff, which adjudicates administrative appeals from Department components&rsquo; FOIA determinations; the Initial Request (IR) Staff, which processes FOIA requests on behalf of the Department&rsquo;s leadership offices; the IR Litigation Staff; which handles FOIA requests subject to litigation; or the FOIA Compliance Staff, which supports the Office&rsquo;s responsibilities to oversee and encourage government-wide compliance with the FOIA.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p>OIP is hiring an Attorney-Advisor to be assigned to its FOIA Litigation Staff. Primary duties of this position include handling FOIA requests made to the Department&rsquo;s senior leadership offices that have become subject to litigation in federal court and assisting in the defense of FOIA lawsuits. The incumbent in this position also performs varied legal work involving the interpretation and application of laws, executive orders, regulations, precedents, and agency practices relating to the FOIA.</p><p>
Specific responsibilities may include:</p><ul><p>
Processing high-visibility and highly complex FOIA requests for DOJ senior leadership office records, including processing those records pursuant to court deadlines;</p><p>
Reviewing records in-depth for consultation and disclosure determinations;</p><p>
Drafting declarations and <i>Vaughn</i> indices, drafting or reviewing court filings, and assisting in the formulation of litigation strategies and legal arguments;</p><p>
Coordinating and collaborating with litigators in the Civil Division and the U.S. Attorney&rsquo;s Offices, Department senior leadership office stakeholders, and other agency contacts;</p><p>
Negotiating request scope and processing schedules with FOIA plaintiffs through assigned litigation counsel;</p><p>
Providing instructional training and guidance to various federal agencies regarding compliance with the FOIA;</p><p>
Conducting legal research and providing legal advice involving inquiries and assignments related to the FOIA;</p><p>
Developing a mastery of assigned area(s) of expertise and updating corresponding section(s) of the <i>United States Department of Justice Guide to the Freedom of Information Act</i>;</p><p>
Providing expert advice and guidance to agency personnel and Department of Justice litigators concerning the application of the FOIA;</p><p>
Presenting or teaching at OIP training programs and events; and</p><p>
Maintaining awareness of developments in FOIA and Privacy Act law, regulation, and policy.<br>
</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><p>Applicants must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent), be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have <b>at least 1 year</b> post-J.D. work experience before your start date. (Please note that the time from selection of an applicant to the start date is typically about 3 months.) <b>No exceptions can be made regarding the required one year of experience.</b></p><p><b>
Preferred qualifications</b><b>:</b> It is preferred that applicants have knowledge of and a demonstrated interest in the FOIA and have administrative law and/or civil litigation experience. Candidates must have at least one year FOIA processing / FOIA litigation experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; at least two years experience to qualify at the GS-14 level; and at least three years experience to qualify at the GS-15 level.</p><p><b>
Security Requirements:</b> Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, tax and credit checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Applicants will be required to qualify for a Top Secret security clearance.</p></div><br>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience and justifying interest in the position), resume, and a writing sample containing a brief or comparable analytic legal exposition that is your work. Resumes should include a detailed description of employment history, to include dates of employment (month/year). Please also submit an unofficial transcript if you graduated law school less than two years ago. <b>Materials should be submitted as one combined PDF file.</b></p><p>
Applicants are encouraged to email application to: Laurie Day at <b>Laurie.Day@usdoj.gov</b>.</p><p><b>
No telephone calls please.</b> Please reference IRL-2025-2 in your cover letter and put your name in the subject of the email, as well as include your name on all submitted materials. <b>Applications must be received no later than midnight December 16, 2025.</b></p><p>
Otherwise, please send to:</p><p>
U.S. Department of Justice</p><p>
Office of Information Policy</p><p>
ATTN: Laurie Day</p><p>
441 G Street, NW</p><p>
6th Floor</p><p>
Washington, D.C.20530</p></div><br>
<p></p>
</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>GS-12 - GS-15 ($101,401 - $195,200)</p><p>
See: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/salary-tables/pdf/2025/DCB.pdf</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Attorney-Advisor (IR Litigation Staff)

Cato Networks

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 Cato Networks is the first company to converge enterprise networking and security into one centralized and global service that is delivered by cloud. It is led by networking and security pioneer Shlomo Kramer (Check Point, Imperva) and early investor (Palo Alto Networks, Exabeem, Trusteer and more). Cato&rsquo;s unique technology inspired a brand-new product category, later named &ldquo;SASE&rdquo; by Gartner and a market expected to reach $25 billion by 2027.
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 We are looking for an experienced lawyer to join us as Legal Counsel. The role will help build the legal and compliance foundation and infrastructure required to support an amazing company and the business teams in the Americas and worldwide. The ideal candidate has a sharp business focus, is proactive, decisive, and highly collaborative.
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   Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and recommendations on numerous legal and business issues in a fast-paced environment.
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   Ability to structure, draft and negotiate complex agreements from customer paper and communicate effectively with sales professionals as well as attorneys, internal stakeholders in the company, and representatives of customers and partners in the Americas.
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   Knowledge of various technology agreements, including sales, various business models, licenses, consulting, NDAs, open-source, Channel partner and Strategic Alliance agreements, and other agreements commonly used in the high-tech industry required.
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   Monitor and provide guidance on data privacy and other applicable laws and regulations.
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   Create and maintain standard templates, business processes, and internal policies to help scale the business.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, Juris Doctorate, and a current license to practice law in at least one U.S. State
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   5+ years of experience in both a law firm and in-house environment, with a mix of commercial (customer-facing), product, and operational responsibilities.
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   Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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   Passion for collaboration and driving projects to completion.
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   A &ldquo;roll up the sleeves&rdquo; attitude, with a desire to learn new skills, build your experience with projects that may be outside your comfort zone, and work on projects in multi-disciplinary teams
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