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senior attorney

DC Department of Human Resources

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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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 The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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  Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. &ndash; 5:00 p.m.
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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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Attorney Advisor

Advancement Project

<div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
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Situated at the forefront of the national stage in the racial justice movement, Advancement Project is a cutting edge, no-holds-barred national nonprofit whose team members are dedicated to creating free and safe communities for people of color. From ending the school-to-prison pipeline, to the fight to expand the right to vote, from calling for a complete overhaul of how we view the police and carceral state, to fighting for immigrant justice, Advancement Project team members impact real change from the ground up. This moment demands alignment, sharp strategic thinking, and creativity to imagine a more just world in which racism no longer exists and all people of color can be free and safe &ndash; and we are excited to bring on new talent to change our world.</p><br>
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Position Overview:</b></p>
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We are seeking a creative problem solver, strong advocate, and skilled attorney in its Washington D.C. office to serve as a Staff Attorney in the Justice Project. The Justice Project provides support to grassroots racial justice campaigns seeking not simply to reform, but to wholly dismantle systems that criminalize and incarcerate people of color. We aim to help impacted communities define the terms and control how peace is realized in their streets and neighborhoods and to re-imagine public safety for themselves.</p>
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This position will report to the Justice Project Program Director and will be a member of the union with compensation determined by the union compensation structure.</p><br>
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What you&rsquo;ll do:</b></p>
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The staff attorney focuses on developing relationships with racial justice organizations to support their campaigns and build power in their communities. This work may include identifying and recommending how to respond to legislative and legal developments, providing legal research, litigation, analysis, and writing. The staff attorney will provide support to grassroots partners and collaborate with and across teams to do so.</p><br>
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The staff attorney will investigate racial justice issues related to the wholesale transformation of the criminal legal system, including through data, anecdotal, and other factual collection, and analysis in the communities where our partners work. They will work closely with our partners to support their campaigns and build their base in coordination with our communications and organizing departments. This role also assists investigations and litigation efforts, including discovery, motion writing, coordinating litigation tasks with co-counsel, and working with our plaintiffs and organizing partners. The attorney will prepare legal memoranda and draft other associated policy-related and legal documents. The attorney may also assist with legislative efforts, including analyzing and drafting language for bills. This role is part of a team of attorneys that researches and analyzes policies, laws, and regulations on assigned issues in support of grassroots partners and Advancement Project&rsquo;s overall mission.</p><br>
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Additional Functions</b></p>
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<li>Collaborate with colleagues, internally and externally, in various program areas to develop and implement strategies.</li>
<li>Cultivate external relationships with national and regional organizations and allies.</li>
<li>Provide guidance to team members and interns on work product.</li>
<li>Assist with legal and policy work cross-program, as needed.</li>
<li>Participate in team meetings and strategic planning sessions, including political education programming.</li>
<li>Write about areas of the Justice Project&rsquo;s work interest to you and participate in efforts to broaden the Project&rsquo;s reach and publicity.</li>
<li>Use a variety of legal, policy, communications, organizing, and coalition-building strategies to assist our community partners.</li></ul><br>
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What you need to be considered:</b></p>
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<li>State bar membership (must be willing to become a member of or able to waive into DC Bar).</li>
<li>Two years of legal experience.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to racial justice.</li>
<li>Excellent written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Experience working with grassroots organizations or demonstrated commitment to movement lawyering model.</li>
<li>Interest in working with grassroots organizations.</li>
<li>and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Frequent travel required</li>
<li>Experience in civil rights is preferred.</li>
<li>Experience in Section 1983 litigation or related civil rights experience is strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Willingness to work in multiple program areas, as needed.</li>
<li>Fluency in Spanish, organizing experience, and coalition-building experiences are pluses.</li></ul><br>
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PLEASE SUBMIT 1 WRITING SAMPLE WITH YOUR COVER LETTER</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
This position pays between $ 88,700 and $106,000 for depending on experience.</b></p></div>

Staff Attorney, Justice Project

CHILDREN'S LAW CENTER

<div><p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is a mission-driven organization focused on providing high-quality legal services to children and families in DC. As an organization, we envision a world in which all children have a strong foundation of family, health and education and are free from poverty, trauma, racism and other forms of oppression. Our mission is to do this work together with DC children and families, Children&rsquo;s Law Center uses the law to solve children&rsquo;s urgent problems today, improve the systems that will affect their lives tomorrow and strengthen our community so that change endures. A key part of our mission is to challenge and reduce ways in which racism and other biases &ndash; structural and interpersonal &ndash; prevent each of us, our organization and the systems in which we work from providing children a strong foundation from which to thrive.
</p><p>Our greatest assets are our people. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our ability to provide the best outcomes for our clients and our community. Staff members at Children&rsquo;s Law Center advance the organization&rsquo;s mission through their leadership, result-oriented mindset and commitment to cultural humility. We are looking for individuals who like to be challenged to grow both personally and professionally and value the opportunity to make a difference in their community. Children's Law Center's continued success depends on recruiting and retaining individuals who possess and exemplify these attributes.</p><div><p><b>
Program Description</b></p><p>
Children's Law Center (CLC) has a long history of working with parents and caregivers to help them solve problems that threaten a child&rsquo;s health, safety and well-being. By providing legal services at the right time, attorneys can lift burdens of poverty that often drain a client&rsquo;s capacity to care for their child. Through our Families Together program, Children&rsquo;s Law Center is expanding the range of legal assistance provided to parents and caregivers.</p><p>
Families Together supports pregnant persons, parents and caregivers in achieving their goals for their families, with the long-term outcome of mitigating the risk of child welfare involvement and ensuring children can remain safely at home. To reach families, Children&rsquo;s Law Center partners with community-based organizations, the Court and governmental agencies that share our commitment to strengthening DC families impacted by poverty.</p><p><b>
Job Summary</b></p><p>
The primary responsibility of the Families Together Staff Attorney is to provide high-quality, culturally humble and trauma-informed representation for parents and caregivers. The Staff Attorney position will be co-located at Community of Hope, a leading provider of health care to children. Community of Hope&rsquo;s Family Health and Birth Center provides comprehensive health and social services to families with a special focus on serving pregnant parents and their babies. Community of Hope has sites in Wards 5,7 and 8 &ndash; the communities with the largest number of low-income children in the District of Columbia.</p><p>
The Staff Attorney will join the Community of Hope teaming model, which provides each pregnant person with coordinated care from family advocates, social workers, community birth workers and community health workers. The Staff Attorney will manage a case load of approximately 20-25 cases and advocate - both in and out of court - to provide interventions that support and stabilize families.</p><p>
In addition to carrying a case load, the Staff Attorney will conduct legal education trainings for parents, caregivers, community members and Community of Hope staff. They will also conduct intakes and provide brief advice or services as assigned, train and mentor volunteer attorneys, assist with the onboarding and supervision of law clerks and interns and complete specific projects as assigned by the Families Together Director or Chief Legal Officer.</p><p>
This position has an established career path with the potential for promotion to a Senior Attorney.</p><p><b>
Role Responsibilities</b></p><p>
Case Handling: Advocacy</p><div><ul><li>
Provide high-quality, culturally humble, trauma-informed direct legal representation.</li><li>
Zealously advocate for clients in all cases through reflective case planning, thorough investigation and high-quality litigation to achieve positive client outcomes.</li><li>
Attend all court dates and file all appropriate pleadings on time.</li><li>
Engage in creative strategies to avoid family separation and entry into foster care.</li></ul><p>
Case Handling: Policy and Protocol Adherence</p></div><div><ul><li>
Adhere to program policies and protocols, including case planning notes, litigation protocol, case notes and timekeeping policy and client visitation and contact protocol to achieve positive outcomes for clients outlined in program logic models.</li><li>
Ensure timely and accurate input of case and intake information into case management system and adhere to applicable policies and protocols to support learning and positive outcomes for clients. Children&rsquo;s Law Center policy requires a minimum of 30 hours to be entered weekly.</li><li>
Maintain accurate, timely data entry for non-case-related activities including but not limited to trainings and volunteer attorney mentoring.</li></ul><p>
Case Handling: Supervision</p></div><div><ul><li>
Attend and actively participate in regular supervision with their supervisor to review and brainstorm case strategies, keep the supervisor informed and ensure quality of representation.</li><li>
Provide written materials to their supervisor for feedback on all written material, including trial preparation.</li><li>
Immediately report any impending or actual difficulty in fulfilling obligations to clients or Children&rsquo;s Law Center to minimize adverse consequences for clients or the organization.</li><li>
Identify and elevate Targeted Appellate Strategy Issue List cases to supervisor and Appellate Team.</li></ul><p>
Community Partnership &amp; Engagement</p></div><div><ul><li>
Organize and conduct legal education trainings.</li><li>
Effectively and compassionately communicate with Community of Hope staff, community partners and service providers to ensure optimal outcomes for clients.</li></ul><p>
Volunteer Support</p></div><div><ul><li>
Participate in hiring, onboarding and supervision of law clerk and intern staff as assigned.</li><li>
Develop and conduct volunteer attorney trainings as assigned.</li><li>
Develop or update volunteer attorney training materials as assigned.</li><li>
With experience, develop skills and capacity to mentor volunteer attorneys.</li></ul><p>
Learning and Systemic Advocacy</p></div><div><ul><li>
Attend and participate in all Families Together team meetings, attorney and staff meetings and other internal committees and working groups as requested by the Families Together Director.</li><li>
Provide support to Children&rsquo;s Law Center Policy Team in areas of expertise to address the systemic needs of its client community.</li><li>
Participate or attend external committees as needed and requested by the Families Together Director.</li></ul><p><b>
Required Skills and Experience</b></p></div><div><ul><li>
JD degree.</li><li>
DC Bar membership or eligibility for DC Bar membership based the transfer of a Uniform Bar Examination score attained in another jurisdiction or membership in good standing in the Bar of another jurisdiction for at least 3 years immediately prior to the application for admission.</li><li>
Experience in legal services or other community lawyering. Experience that will be considered includes job experience, law school clinics, clerkships, and internships.</li><li>
Experience with housing conditions or special education matters.</li><li>
Commitment to equity, inclusion and humility when working with clients and colleagues at the intersection of multiple identities, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, immigration status, religion, physical and mental disability and/or limited English proficiency.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p></div><div><ul><li>
A demonstrated commitment to social, economic and racial justice.
</li><li>Strong legal analysis, research, writing and oral advocacy skills.<ul><li><i>
Demonstrated by:</i> law school clinic experience, judicial clerkships, research positions, and/or law school awards for moot court or oral advocacy.</li></ul></li><li>
Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively.</li><li>
Demonstrated capacity to proactively address obstacles and identify creative solutions.</li><li>
Strong independent judgment and decision-making skills.</li><li>
Experience working with children and families with limited financial resources preferred.
</li><li>Experience mentoring or teaching is a plus.</li><li>
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills are a plus.</li></ul><p><b>
Organizational Competencies</b></p><ul><li>
Cultural Humility &ndash; an openness to self-reflection and to understanding and respecting other cultural experiences and points of view and viewing individuals as experts in their own culture and experiences.</li><li>
Giving and Receiving Feedback &ndash; the ability to be self-reflective, give and receive appreciative, coaching, constructive, interpersonal and evaluative feedback.</li><li>
Conflict Management &ndash; a process which is designed to guide individuals and groups from the moment of conflict to the implementation of an identified solution. This process incorporates skills and techniques, including recognizing points of conflict, identifying the facts and feelings involved to get to the root of the issue, investigating equitable solutions, implementing and evaluating solutions, and supporting and guiding others throughout the process.</li></ul><p><b>
Salary and Benefits</b></p><p>
The salary for this position ranges from $66,000 to $76,512 annually based on relevant experience. Children&rsquo;s Law Center offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability insurance; employer-provided retirement contributions; flexible spending plans; and vacation, sick, holiday, family and medical leave. You can find more details about Children&rsquo;s Law Center&rsquo;s comprehensive benefits package at https://childrenslawcenter.org/get-involved/careers/employee-benefits/.</p><p>
In order to provide better service to our clients and community, Children&rsquo;s Law Center encourages individuals who speak Spanish to apply for this position. Candidates who indicate proficiency in Spanish will be asked to complete Spanish oral proficiency testing. Individuals hired for this role who are proficient in Spanish are eligible to receive a sign-on bonus after the start of employment.</p><p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is a 501(c)(3) organization. Employees with federal student loan debt can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. For more information, go to https://myfedloan.org/borrowers/special-programs/pslf. Additionally, the DC Bar Foundation&rsquo;s Loan Repayment Assistance Program provides renewable one-year, interest-free, forgivable loans up to $12,000 per year for qualified Children&rsquo;s Law Center attorneys. For more information, see https:/dcbarfoundation.org/lrap/.</p><p><b>
Application Instructions</b></p><p>
To apply, please submit a resume via CLC's careers page (https://childrenslawcenter.org/get-involved/careers/).</p><p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need accommodation to search for, or apply for, one of our positions please send an email to Jobs@ChildrensLawCenter.org. In your email, please include the accommodation you are requesting and the job title you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request.</p><p><b>
Hybrid Working Conditions</b></p><p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule. Employees are required to work in-person from Children&rsquo;s Law Center&rsquo;s office a minimum of two days per week. At least one of these days must be either Tuesday or Wednesday. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change based on organizational needs and/or best practices for health and safety. Hybrid work expectations may vary depending upon role responsibilities.</p><p><b>
Work Authorization</b></p><p>
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Children&rsquo;s Law Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.</p><p><b>
Background Checks</b></p><p>
Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be subject to a background check.</p><p><b>
EEO</b></p><p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and existing employees. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our company and our career opportunities (https://childrenslawcenter.org/get-involved/careers/).</p><p><b>
Our Commitment</b></p>
Children&rsquo;s Law Center is dedicated to building a world that is inclusive in approach and has equal opportunities and equitable outcomes for all. Our organization is committed to developing and supporting a robustly diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist community, where all members can create and feel a sense of belonging. Through our collective deliberate efforts, we work toward racial and social justice for children and families in DC.</div></div></div>

Staff Attorney, Families Together

THE MURPHY LAW FIRM

<div><p><b>Elevate Your Legal Career and Transform Lives Along the Way!
</b></p><p><b>Join the Powerhouse Team at The Murphy Law Firm</b></p><p><b>
Are you a bold, driven Family Law Attorney who&rsquo;s ready for more than </b><i>just another job</i>?</p><p></p><p><br>
Are you searching for a place where your expertise is valued, your passion is celebrated, and your purpose fuels real, life-changing impact?</p><p></p><p><br>
At <b>The Murphy Law Firm</b>, we don&rsquo;t just handle cases; <b>we protect families, advocate fiercely, and change the trajectory of clients&rsquo; futures.</b> And now, we&rsquo;re looking for a dynamic attorney licensed in <b>Maryland and the District of Columbia</b> to join our powerhouse team of fearless advocates.</p><p>
This is more than a role; <b>it&rsquo;s your stage to lead, grow, and leave a legacy that lasts.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Who You Are</b></p><p>
You are:</p><ul><li>
An attorney licensed in <b>Maryland and D.C.</b> (or actively working toward both)</li><li>
A seasoned Family Law professional who thrives in litigation, strategy, and high-impact advocacy</li><li>
A strong communicator who leads with <b>empathy, confidence, and integrity</b></li><li><b>
A natural strategist who can manage complex cases with both skill and compassion</b></li></ul><p><b>
Why Choose The Murphy Law Firm?</b></p><p>
Because your work here doesn&rsquo;t end at the courtroom door.</p><p>
At The Murphy Law Firm, you will:</p><ul><li><b>
Protect families when they need it most</b></li><li><b>
Shape futures through powerful legal advocacy</b></li><li><b>
Create meaningful, lasting change one case at a time</b></li></ul><p>
We are a mission-driven, values-centered firm that invests in your professional growth and personal development. When you join our team, you&rsquo;re not just accepting a position; <b>you&rsquo;re stepping fully into your purpose!</b></p><p><b>
Your Moment Is Now</b></p><p>
If you&rsquo;re ready to:</p><ul><li>
Elevate your legal career</li><li>
Empower families in crisis</li><li>
Lead with passion, purpose, and impact</li></ul><p><b>
Then we want to meet you.</b></p><p><b>
Apply today and discover how The Murphy Law Firm is where passion meets purpose and where your next big career breakthrough begins.</b></p><b>
Compensation:</b><p>
$140,000 - $150,000 yearly</p><b>
Responsibilities:</b><ul><li>
Represent clients in District of Columbia court proceedings, overseeing cases from initiation to resolution</li><li>
Develop customized strategies for intricate family law matters, such as division of marital assets, child custody disputes, and support issues</li><li>
Manage and organize detailed case files meticulously to maintain precision and confidentiality</li><li>
Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to legal support staff, including legal assistants and junior attorneys</li><li>
Conduct thorough legal research, create legal documents like motions, briefs, and pleadings, and prepare clients thoroughly for court appearances</li><li>
Cultivate and sustain strong client relationships, advocating on their behalf with empathy and expertise</li><li>
Ensure seamless progression of cases by communicating effectively with team members, clients, and relevant experts</li><li>
Demonstrate expertise and confidence in the courtroom, showcasing trial advocacy skills and proficiency in litigation</li></ul><b>
Qualifications:</b><p><b>
Who We&rsquo;re Looking For:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Experience:</b> A minimum of ten years in Family Law litigation (required) with extensive courtroom and trial experience</li><li><b>
Credentials:</b> J.D. from an accredited law school with an active license to practice in DC</li><li><b>
Skills:</b> Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical thinking, and proficiency in time management and multitasking</li><li><b>
Culture Fit: </b>Someone who thrives in a collaborative, client-centered environment and has a commitment to excellence</li><li><b>
Tech-Savvy: </b>Familiarity with Google Drive, G-Suite, and (preferably) MyCase case management software</li><li><b>
Mindset:</b> A strategic thinker with an innovative approach to solving legal challenges, anticipating potential issues before they arise</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><ul><li>
Estate Planning experience is highly desirable</li><li>
Maryland Bar license (or willingness to obtain one) is a plus</li><li>
Problem-solving and negotiation skills that reflect creativity and tenacity</li></ul><b>
About Company</b><p><br>
The Murphy Law Firm is in an exciting chapter of <b>major growth</b>, and we&rsquo;ve built a powerful reputation for delivering exceptional, client-centered results. Our team is diverse, innovative, and united by the core values that define who we are: <b>Passionate. Personable. Persistent.</b></p><p>
When you join us, you&rsquo;re not just taking a job; you&rsquo;re stepping into a mission-driven firm that celebrates creativity, champions professional development, and is fiercely dedicated to changing lives for the better.</p><p><b>
Your Impact Matters Here</b></p><p>
Every day, we guide families through some of their most challenging transitions, messy divorces, custody disputes, and emotional turning points, and lead them toward brighter, more stable futures. Being part of our TEAM means making a meaningful difference with every client interaction.</p><p>
If you're driven, compassionate, and ready to help transform lives across the DMV area, <b>this is where you belong.</b></p></div>

Senior Family Law Attorney

United States Department of Justice

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<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)

CAVA

<div><div><p><b>Company Profile:</b></p>
<p>At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that&rsquo;s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity, and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something <i>big</i>, together.</p>
<p></p><p><b>We foster a culture built on five core values:</b></p>
<p></p><ul><li><b>Generosity First, Always:</b> We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others</li><li><b>
Constant Curiosity:</b> We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious</li><li><b>
Act with Agility:</b> We welcome change; it&rsquo;s the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt</li><li><b>
Passion for Positivity:</b> We greet each day with warmth and possibility</li><li><b>
Collective Ambition</b>: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose</li></ul>
<p></p><p><b>Director, Senior Corporate Counsel (Real Estate Focus):</b></p>
<p>The Director, Senior Corporate Counsel will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collegial environment with business partners across the category-defining Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant CAVA, with ambitions to share its unique offering throughout the U.S. While you will report to the VP &amp; Senior Associate Chief Legal Officer, you will serve a critical role for CAVA as a strategic real estate legal partner and have deep exposure with the Real Estate, Construction, and Development departments, helping to make CAVA&rsquo;s mission to bring heart, health, and humanity to food into a reality, supporting CAVA&rsquo;s fast growth across the country. You will also have the opportunity to lead the implementation of technological solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to market.</p>
<p></p><p>This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.</p>
<p></p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do:
</b></p><ul><li>Strategize and collaborate with business partners throughout Real Estate, Construction, Development, and the enterprise on projects aimed at expanding the restaurant footprint of CAVA.</li>
<li>Draft, negotiate, and finalize leases for new restaurant openings, construction agreements, architectural services agreements, estoppels, SNDAs, and other real estate agreements, with an emphasis on mitigating risk, reducing time to market for openings, providing flexibility for the Construction Team and operators, and preserving opportunities in light of future development plans.</li>
<li>Leverage, promote, and develop standardized processes to drive efficiency and results, including by developing real estate legal templates, processes, and playbooks.</li>
<li>Strategize and advise on CAVA&rsquo;s potential entry into new markets.</li>
<li>Manage and resolve day-to-day property management issues as they may arise.</li><li>
Advocate for and advise real estate teams and create dynamic partnerships with landlord counterparts.</li><li>
Participate in acquisition or disposition activity from time to time.</li>
<li>Educate business partners throughout the organization on real estate and development considerations that might inform their work.</li>
<li>Research legal requirements that affect real estate, development, zoning, and construction.
</li><li>Serve other business partners where their areas may intersect with new restaurant openings and other real estate opportunities.</li>
<li>Operate with strategic thinking and technical ability to incorporate AI and other tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to market for real estate leases and new restaurant openings.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Qualifications:</b></p>
<p></p><p><b>Education &amp; Experience</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
J.D. and active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.</li><li>
5+ years of law firm and/or company legal department experience. Some law firm experience is preferred.</li><li>
Experience with real estate negotiations, with excellent drafting abilities, an attention to detail, the ability to reconcile provisions that may potentially conflict with each other, and an appreciation of business considerations.</li><li>
Experience with a wide variety of venue types, such as streets, malls, airports, and shopping centers.</li><li>
Familiarity with the areas of real estate, construction, development, and commercial transactions.</li><li>
Excellent writing and oral communication skills and the ability to constructively, efficiently, and collegially collaborate with business partners.</li><li>
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be responsive, pro-active, and a self-starter capable taking projects to completion and problem-solving along the way.</li><li>
Willing to work flexibly (including, if required, at night and on weekends) and to travel, though minimal travel is expected.</li></ul>
<p></p><p><b>Physical Requirements:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment</li><li>
Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details</li><li>
For certain positions, must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds</li><li>
Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively</li><li>
 Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable</li><li>
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
 </li></ul><p><b>What we offer:</b></p>
<p></p><ul><li>Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*</li><li>
Early Wage Access!
</li><li>Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid opportunities to give back to the community</li><li>
Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!</li><li>
401k enrollment with CAVA contribution
</li><li>Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&amp;D coverage for salaried positions*</li><li>
Free CAVA food</li><li>
Casual work environment</li></ul>
The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand<br>
<p><br>
<i>*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only</i></p>
<p></p><p><b>CAVA &ndash; Joining &ldquo;A culture, not a concept&rdquo;</b></p><br>
<p><br>
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This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice. As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.<br>
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</p></div><p></p>INDHEADOFFICE</div>

Senior Counsel

U.S. House of Representatives

<p></p><div><div>The House Office of the Legislative Counsel (HOLC) is looking to hire up to three (3) full-time Attorneys to start in early 2026 (preferably February). Appointments to all positions in HOLC are made without regard to personal political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the work.</div><p>
Attorneys at HOLC assist the United States House of Representatives, and its Committees and Members, in drafting legislation and performing related legal functions on a nonpartisan basis. The legal issues encountered in furnishing this assistance involve constitutional, statutory, and administrative law questions, as well as questions in other fields of Federal law. An Attorney performs the following duties:</p><ul><li>
Drafts legislation and prepares bills according to statutory style and format standards.</li><li>
Drafts bills and amendments at each stage of the legislative process, from introduction through conference.</li><li>
Analyzes policy proposals, engages with clients, applies relevant legal principles and court decisions, and conducts research as necessary to prepare effective statutory language.</li><li>
Advises clients regarding the legal effect and constitutionality of proposed legislative measures in the context of existing laws and legislative procedure.</li><li>
Attends sessions of a subcommittee and full committee of the House and of a conference committee between the House and the Senate; may respond as requested to questions from legislators and legislative staff; may assist members by being present to provide drafting assistance to members on the House Floor.</li><li>
May communicate with various stakeholders, at the request of the Member or Committee, as necessary to draft legislation.</li><li>
After gaining necessary experience in these duties and responsibilities, trains newly hired attorneys, provides mentorship to team members, and may assume a leadership role on teams.</li><li>
On a volunteer basis, may assist with office management initiatives to promote the effective operation of the office.</li><li>
Performs related duties as assigned</li></ul><div></div><div>
The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated commitment to nonpartisan public service, a strong academic background, and an openness to long-term employment with HOLC. The ideal candidate should actively and enthusiastically embrace and promote the HOLC's work culture, develop effective working relationships with other attorneys and employees, strive to provide exceptional service to clients, and serve as an effective role model for others.</div><p>
Ideal candidates will have knowledge of legal principles, applications, and practices of law, as well as basic knowledge of fundamental subjects of law and legal research procedures. Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to remain impartial at all times with respect to the policies to be incorporated into a legislative proposal are a must for this position. Attorneys in this office are concerned with the legislative policy only for the purpose of making sure that the bill, resolution, or amendment accurately reflects the policy of the Committee or Member for whom it is being drafted. The ability to analyze complex problems and handle difficult situations as they arise with judgment, tact, and discretion, as well as excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong interest in learning within a high-performing environment are all key characteristics of a successful Attorney.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
Qualifications</b><b>:</b></div><div></div><div>
The minimum requirements for Attorneys include United States citizenship, graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association prior to the commencement of employment, and some experience performing legal work, which may be satisfied by employment during law school. Active membership in the bar of a State or the District of Columbia within one year of employment as a full-time attorney is required.</div><p>
To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your r&eacute;sum&eacute;, cover letter, a legal writing sample of no more than 10 pages, a copy of your law school transcript, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references.</p><div><p>
Within the cover letter, please directly answer the following questions:</p><ul><li>
What specifically interests you about this position and why would you like to work with the House Office of the Legislative Counsel (HOLC)?</li><li>
Are you a U.S. Citizen?</li><li>
Have you held an internship, fellowship, or similar position (paid or unpaid) in a partisan office? If so, did you seek out the placement, or were you placed there by your school or sponsoring organization? Please provide any relevant details, as well as your responsibilities.</li></ul><div>
R&eacute;sum&eacute; should reflect years and months of employment and/or relevant legal experience.</div></div></div><p></p>

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