Attorney Jobs in District Of Columbia

Job Title: Senior Staff Attorney - Office of the General Counsel Company: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Location: Washington, DC Description: POSITION OVERVIEW: Handle contract review, preparation, and analysis and provide a variety of miscellaneous legal services to the Chamber and its affiliates. RESPONSIBILITIES: Review, negotiate, and prepare contracts with the goal of preserving the Chamber's and affiliates' legal and business interests; communicate with Chamber divisions to determine business needs; manage contract drafts from start to finish, including edits from multiple parties; negotiate with outside counsel for Chamber vendors and consultants. Manage the Chamber's trademarks and domain names; advise clients on registrability of proposed new marks; manage trademark searches, foreign trademark filings, infringement issues, and oversee trademark litigation; handle member complaints; help federal lobby report and provide advice on requirements of the federal Lobby Disclosure Act, state lobby laws, and regulations; advise on gift and ethics rules, nonprofit tax issues, and election laws; administer the Chamber's insurance program; provide legal support to HR including federal and local laws, ADA, and FMLA; review testimony before Congress and administrative agencies to ensure compliance with Chamber policies; maintain the Chamber's policy manual; advise on corporate governance issues, including attendance at affiliate board meetings and preparation of minutes. REQUIREMENTS: 5-10 years' law firm or in-house corporate experience with a emphasis on transactional work; excellent legal research and writing; careful lawyering and strong analytical skills; strict attention to detail; precise contract drafting; thorough understanding of general contract law; skilled contract negotiator; proficiency in MS Office. Juris Doctor and D.C. bar. Salary is commensurate with experience. Apply online at www.uschamber.com/careers. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our recruitment and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.

Job Title: Contract Attorney - Commercial RE/Transactional Company: Legal eStaffing, Inc. Location: Washington, DC Description: Title: Contract Attorney - Commercial RE/Transactional Job ID: 4566 Salary: 0.0000 City: Washington State: DC Description: Contract Attorney- Commercial RE/Transactional Immediate opening in DC for a JD with 5 years minimum real estate development and procurement experienceto workon a6 month in-house position. Must have demonstrated experience with:analyzing, structuring and negotiating complex commercial transactions (including real estate transactions), with substantive knowledge primarily in the acquisition and procurement of materials and services; some experience with ARRA is helpful. Please submit resume in a Word documentalongwith a cover letter to: Janice James at Register to View E-mail: Register to View

Job Title: Associate General Counsel - Tax Company: Fannie Mae Location: Washington, DC Description: Fannie Mae exists to expand affordable housing and bring global capital to local communities in order to serve the U.S. housing market. Today, our focus is on preventing foreclosures, making mortgages and rental housing as affordable as possible, and supporting the housing recovery. We are rapidly building and realigning our company to better serve the market as we support the Administrations Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan.Join our dedicated, diverse, high-performing workforce and put your unique talents to good use as we work with our partners to advance our nations housing recovery.For more information about Fannie Mae and our career opportunities, visit www.fanniemae.com.JOB INFORMATIONFannie Mae has an exciting opportunity for an experienced tax attorney who will serve as an Associate General Counsel in the Corporations Tax and Benefits Department in its Washington, DC, offices reporting to the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel for that Department.Provide legal advice to Fannie Mae on tax matters including those relating to Fannie Maes corporate tax return, portfolio holdings, debt and equity issuances, derivative transactions, mortgage products, mortgage-backed securities, structured transactions, and tax reporting obligations. Operate with considerable latitude in consulting, advising, and representing the company on a variety of highly complex legal matters and projects related to Federal tax laws. Provide legal counsel to management on broad issues affecting the company. Ensure that legal documents with tax implications are prepared properly. Confer with executives regarding corporate initiatives, policy development, regulatory concerns, and other matters to assess legal risks to the company and plan actions to control or minimize those risks.Will act as a subject matter and technical expert and key advisor on significant business decisions.KEY JOB FUNCTIONSSpecific responsibilities include:Participating in the companys policy formation on tax legal issues;Providing tax legal advice, assisting in tax litigation matters, and providing advice in connection with IRS controversy matters;Working with the Corporate Tax Group in Finance;Participating in representing the company on matters before the IRS Appeals Office;Providing a tax perspective for the business to facilitate better understanding and management of the business;Reviewing and monitoring legislation, regulations, rulings, and court decisions including understanding the relevant effects and recommending and implementing responsive actions to manage existing positions and capture new opportunities;Managing outside counsel to ensure high quality, timely delivery of their tax services; andPreparing and managing budgets for outside counsel and coordinating with internal departments to ensure proper tracking and accounting for legal expenses.

Job Title: Litigation Associate Needed ASAP!! Company: Robert Half Legal Location: Washington, DC Description: Classification: Full-timeCompensation: $110000.0 to $125000.0 per yearDowntown DC law firm seeking a Junior Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience. The successful candidate must have previous litigation experience with the government, at a firm or business entity. Stellar grades from a top university are required. The firm is seeking a self-starter with the ability to work on complex litigation matters. For more information, please contact Susan Schimmel at Register to View or J3H5GR6MH49748FTVDF_cbnv~cpp_xp^ Register to View in major markets throughout North America, Robert Half Legal is the premier provider of legal professionals on a full-time, project and temporary basis to law firms and corporate legal departments. We offer our candidates challenging assignments, competitive compensation and benefits, and skills-enhancement training. Robert Half Legal is better at finding you challenging new career opportunities because we come from the legal industry ourselves, with a majority of our staffing executives holding JDs or other legal credentials. Additionally, FORTUNER magazine again ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of 'World's Most Admired Companies' (FORTUNE, March 22, 2010). Call your local Robert Half Legal office at Register to View to discover more about this position. Robert Half Legal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job now or for more information and to view all our job opportunities visit .Required Skills: Litigation, Licensed Attorney

Job Title: Attorney 3 Company: T-Mobile Location: Washington, DC Description: About T-Mobile USAT-Mobile USA is a national provider of wireless voice, messaging, and data services capable of reaching over 268 million Americans where they live, work, and play. In a world full of busy and fragmented lives, we at T-Mobile USA, Inc. have the idea that wireless communications can help. The value of our plans, the breadth of our coverage, the reliability of our network, and the quality of our service are meant to do one thing; help you stick together with the people who make your life come alive. That's why we're here.Job Description:This position will be in the Federal Regulatory group of Government Affairs and be responsible for supporting and implementing T-Mobile's federal regulatory strategy involving a range of legal and policy issues importance to the company.Responsibilities include:* Participate in FCC proceedings to improve and optimize T- Mobile's business operations and outlook. Prepare and file responsive pleadings before the FCC as required. Efficiently manage relations and work with outside regulatory counsel, as required.* Develop an internal network of company contacts to create proper awareness of regulatory issues impacting the company. Elicit cooperation of various departments to generate information needed to support company positions on regulatory issues.* Keep abreast of current regulatory decisions and wireless industry trends that could impact T-Mobile, and develop action plans to respond, as appropriate.* Develop relationships with key regulators and industry representatives to facilitate advocacy that supports T-Mobile's views.* Work closely with Federal Legislative and State teams to coordinate on issues that crossover and involve the FCC.Qualifications:J.D. or Masters degree in Business, Public Policy or related degree and at least 5 years of experience participating in telecommunications industry regulatory proceedings in the federal jurisdiction, or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.Current knowledge of regulatory and legislative issues arising within the wireless industry, with a particular emphasis on wireline issues impacting the wireless business including, intercarrier compensation and IP-related matters.Expert knowledge of FCC rules and regulations.Excellent oral and written communication skills; the interpersonal skills required to effectively communicate T- Mobile's position to policymakers even when those policymakers favor a different position.Skill in reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex documents.The ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.Skill in delivering persuasive presentations to top management, regulators, and elected officials on controversial or complex topics.The ability to display diplomacy and tact in eliciting cooperation from personnel at all levels.To be successful, the candidate also needs to be self- motivated and able to work independently in carrying out day-to-day responsibilities.Desired* Licensed to practice* Prior management experienceEducationMinimum Required* Law degreeBased in Bellevue, Washington, T-Mobile USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG (NYSE: DT) and one of the nation's leading companies in mobile communications. We serve more than 30 million customers nationwide and have more than 40,000 employees who work together to keep our customers connected through the quality of our service, the span of our coverage, the reliability of our network and the value of our plans. At T-Mobile, we pride ourselves on providing wireless communications that allow our customers to stick together with the people who mean the most to them.You can also expect that it will be high energy from day one at T-Mobile: career growth, personal recognition, and diversity are all part of the mix. You'll enjoy competitive pay, special employee phone plans, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, medical and dental coverage, a great company-matched 401(k) plan, advanced training, and more.T-Mobile is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Job Title: Patent Agent/Attorney Company: North Star Intellectual Proper Location: Washington, DC Description: A career at NSIP Law is an opportunity to work as part of a team of professionals with the utmost commitment to excellence. Our associates come from varied backgrounds and our practice covers a wide range of technologies.Our team approach ensures that each associate has a strong supporting cast froma dedicated mentor to skilled staff members. Our culture is one of accessibility and flexibility to encourage and promote excellence in our performance. Our firm is currently seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent with AT LEAST 3 years of patent prosecution experience. A technical degree is required as is registration to practice before the USPTO.Strong electrical/computer/software engineering background is a plus. Candidate should be familiar with all processes and stages of Patent Prosecution and best practices standards for the USPTO. Compensation including benefits will be determined based on each candidate's experience and performance. Experience as a USPTO examiner will be counted as part of year of experience. Candidate must be able to handle a case load of at least 15 Office Actions or New Application Revisions. Candidates having the following qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: the ability to speak/read/write Japanese; experience as in-house counsel or member of an in-house intellectual property management team for a Japanese technology firm/company filing patents in the U.S.; and/or employment with a Japanese law firm as a Patent Attorney/Agent. We are willing to help in the visa process should we find the right candidate.

Job Title: EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY/ADVISOR POSITION (GS-0905 -13/14/15) ORGANIZED CRIME DRUG ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCES (OCDETF) UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE WASHINGTON , D.C. 09-CRM-OCDETF-041 Company: The United States Department of Justice Location: Washington, DC Description: About the Office: The OCDETF Program is a cross-cutting, multi-agency approach to strategic counter-drug enforcement. The centerpiece of the Department's counter-narcotics strategy, it is a nationwide Program that combines the resources and expertise of its member agencies in concentrated, long-term criminal investigations and prosecutions designed to attack and destroy major narcotics trafficking and money laundering organizations. OCDETF's participating agencies are: the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; Criminal Division; Drug Enforcement Administration; Federal Bureau of Investigation; U.S. Marshals Service; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigations Division; U.S. Coast Guard; United States Attorneys' Offices; and numerous State and local law enforcement agencies. OCDETF agents and prosecutors throughout the United States handle complex investigations and prosecutions of the highest-level drug traffickers and money launderers who are responsible for the flood of illegal drugs into the United States and the violence generated by the drug trade. By their nature, most, if not all, OCDETF investigations and prosecutions involve complex or sensitive investigative and prosecutive tools, such as electronic surveillance, immunized or protected witnesses, subpoenas or search warrants requiring specialized approvals, or foreign evidence. Moreover, OCDETF mandates that all investigations include a financial component and make full use of financial investigative techniques, including enforcement of Title 18 and 31 money laundering and currency statutes, the tax laws, and applicable asset forfeiture provisions. Agents and prosecutors who handle OCDETF cases are on the cutting edge of law and practice and need to be supported with appropriate policy guidance, program support, and comprehensive training opportunities that are specifically geared to their needs. Responsibilities and Opportunities Offered: The attorney selected will be employed by the Executive Office for OCDETF but may be detailed as an OCDETF Threat Response Unit Attorney to such OCDETF component offices as may be appropriate, at the discretion of the OCDETF Director. The initial assignment will be to the Criminal Division's Asset Forfeiture and Money Laundering Section with responsibilities for oversight and development of training in financial investigations for OCDETF attorneys and prosecutors. It is expected that this assignment will continue for at least two years, at which time OCDETF will assess the needs of the program and determine whether re-assignment to another OCDETF component is needed. The attorney selected will develop and assist in deploying training geared to the particular needs of OCDETF agents and prosecutors in financial investigations, including training in basic and advanced money laundering and asset forfeiture. The attorney will also (1) assess financial training needs of the OCDETF component agencies, (2) help design and develop curriculum for individual training courses, (3) prepare budgets for training courses as needed, (4) identify instructors and facilitators for training courses, (5) teach training modules as appropriate, (6) assess training provided and revise courses or modules as needed, and (7) serve as a liaison between the OCDETF community and other personnel within and outside the Department of Justice with respect to financial training issues. Required Qualifications: Interested parties must possess a J.D., degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least three years federal post-J.D. experience. Applicants must also have solid academic credentials; excellent writing and presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills; and experience in the training of, and development of professional training for, prosecutors and agents. Experience in the field of criminal law is required. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should also possess strong background in criminal prosecution, including long-term, complex narcotics and money laundering investigations; experience with electronic surveillance and related legal issues; strong experience in conducting domestic and international financial investigations; and familiarity with federal investigative agencies. Travel: Periodic travel, sometimes on short notice, is required. Salary Information: Current salary and years of experience determine the appropriate salary level. GS-13: $86,927 - $113,007 per annum GS-14: $102,721 - $133,543 per annum GS-15: $120,830 - $153,200 per annum Location: Washington, DC. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized. Submission Process and Deadline Date: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), and a current performance appraisal (if applicable) to: Lisa Mchich, Chief of Staff Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces United States Department of Justice 601 D Street, NW, Suite 9229 Washington, DC 20530 We encourage applications and resumes submitted by e-mail to Register to View Applications and resumes may also be faxed to Register to View . This vacancy announcement will remain open until the position is filled. Internet Sites: This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at http://www.usdoj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.html Department Policies: The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination based on color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status , disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or personal favoritism. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. It is policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace, and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration and Review and the United States Attorney's Offices. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointments of non-U.S. citizens are extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD-214 or other substantiating documents) to their submissions.

Job Title: Attorney Advisor Ethics Officer Company: Location: Washington, DC Description: 1. Preparing oral and written ethics opinions and advice in response to requests from current and former employees, to include Presidentially-appointed Senate-confirmed (PAS) and Schedule C appointees; 2. Identifying and analyzing novel and complex ethics issues; 3. Providing annual ethics training and ethics briefings to employees; 4. Reviewing employee public (OGE Form 450) and confidential (SF 278) financial disclosure reports to include reports of PAS nominees, and PAS and Schedule C appointees; 5. Coordinating advice with the Office of Government Ethics, the Department of Justice Office of Legal Counsel, the White House Office of Counsel to the President, and other agencies' ethics officials as necessary; 6. Providing ethics advice on acceptance of official travel expenses under relevant authorities; 7. Analyzing outside employment requests; and 8. Other miscellaneous administrative law duties, to include interpretation of federal laws and regulations.

Job Title: Chief Counsel Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Company: Location: Washington, DC Description: Under the general direction of the Deputy General Counsel, the incumbent provides legal advice and guidance to the Director of FLETC, the General Counsel, and other senior DHS officials in the exercise of their responsibilities and authorities under the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and specifically on the rules that are needed buy DHS to carry out its complex mission. The incumbent will directly support the mission of OGC by providing legal advice, in support of FLETC, to the Director and other senior FLETC leaders on legal issues associated with the FLETC mission. As well, the Chief Counsel will represent FLETC in Equal Employment Opportunity and employment disciplinary cases; will represent FLETC in administrative hearings; providing legal advise and assistance in procurement related matters and representing FLETC in bid protest and contract disputes; processing and adjudicating claims under the Military and Civilian Employees Compensation Act and the Federal Tort Claims Act; providing ;legal advice on information / intellectual law matters to include copyright, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act; and providing legal training for federal, state, local and international law enforcement officers attending basic training and advanced training at FLETC's four domestic and two international training sites. Legal advice will involve complex, novel, or precedent-setting issues. Additional duties to be assigned may include providing legal advice to the other DHS components and providing litigation support to the Department of Justice in matters in the Federal Courts.

Job Title: Attorney Advisor General Company: Location: Washington, DC Description: The incumbent determines and advises on the legal sufficiency of FSAandRD regulations and revisions thereto; the adequacy of FSA and RD forms prepared to implement such regulations and their consistency with other Federal laws and state legal requirements;the legal sufficiency and compliance with RD, FSA, USDA and other regulations and Federal statutes affecting RD and FSA programs; and theadministrative interpretation of their own regulations and authorizing statutes. The incumbent also determines and advises on thelegal sufficiency of Congressional correspondence and testimony by FSA and RD officials and contracts and legal instruments necessary to protect FSA and RD interests; reviews and provides legal approval of loan dockets for projects which require FSA and RD National Office authorization; interprets legislation and when appropriate, suggests amendments to such legislation to meet the policy goals of USDA; and reviews appropriations acts for their impact on FSA and RD programs.