Attorney jobs in Potomac, MD

The Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking Trial Attorneys for its General Litigation Sections. Located in the nation’s capital, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. OAG enforces the District’s laws, works to protect and defend D.C. residents, and provides the highest level of independent legal advice and guidance to District of Columbia government agencies.

The Civil Litigation Division defends the District of Columbia, including District agencies, officers, and employees, in civil lawsuits filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia seeking monetary damages, equitable remedies, and other relief.

Duties and Responsibilities

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-12

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a Trial Attorney for its General Litigation Sections of the Civil Litigation Division. Attorneys within CLD handle a variety of matters, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation, among others.

The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of at least 25 active civil cases and will be expected to serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. The incumbent will prepare and file pleadings, serve and respond to written discovery, take, and defend depositions, file, and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. The position requires broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes and relevant civil litigation experience.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-13

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a Trial Attorney for its General Litigation Sections of the Civil Litigation Division. Attorneys within CLD handle a variety of matters, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation, among others.

The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of at least 25 active civil cases and will be expected to serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. The incumbent will prepare and file pleadings, serve and respond to written discovery, take, and defend depositions, file, and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. The position requires broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes and relevant civil litigation experience.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-14

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a Trial Attorney for its General Litigation Sections of the Civil Litigation Division. Attorneys within CLD handle a variety of matters, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation, among others.

The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of at least 25 active civil cases and will be expected to serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. The incumbent will prepare and file pleadings, serve and respond to written discovery, take, and defend depositions, file, and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. The position requires broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes and relevant civil litigation experience.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-15

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a Trial Attorney for its General Litigation Sections of the Civil Litigation Division. Attorneys within CLD handle a variety of matters, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation, among others.

The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of at least 25 active civil cases and will be expected to serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. The incumbent will prepare and file pleadings, serve and respond to written discovery, take, and defend depositions, file, and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. The position requires broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes and relevant civil litigation experience.

***Application must be completed in its entirety, along with a cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample. If experiencing issues uploading attachments, please send the required documents to oagrecruitment@dc.gov. Failure to submit the required documentation may lead to non-consideration for the position. Additionally, please be sure to provide up-to-date references***

** Please note that the vacancy will remain open until filled, with screenings conducted every 10 days. Application must be completed in its entirety.

Qualifications and Education

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-12

Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 1 year of specialized experience is required.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-13

Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 2 years of specialized experience is required.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-14

Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 7 years of specialized experience is required.

Trial Attorney, LA-0905-15

Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 10 years of specialized experience is required.

License and Certification

The incumbent 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. An appointee to the Legal Service shall remain a member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar and be admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia during his/her employment in the Legal Service. If not currently a member of the District of the Columbia Bar, prior to appointment, the successful candidate must send proof that his/her completed District of Columbia Bar application has been submitted to the District of Columbia Bar.

Working Conditions/Environment

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Generally, work is sedentary, some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects (such as case records, briefcases, and exhibits) is required.

Other Significant Factors;

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-12

Salary: The starting salary for this position is negotiable up to $91,673 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-13

Salary: The starting salary for this position is negotiable up to $109,019 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-14

Salary: The starting salary for this position is negotiable up to $128,824 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-15

Salary: The starting salary for this position is negotiable up to $151,549 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.

Number of Vacancies:

Four (4)

Tour of Duty:

Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

In-person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility.

Promotion Potential:

No known promotion potential.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT:

This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 2401.

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, genetic information, or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq. (Act), the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL