Attorney Jobs in District of Columbia

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Job Title: Litigation Coverage Attorney Location: Washington, DC Full-Time Get to Know Us: Kiernan Trebach LLP is a Civil Litigation Defense Firm that represents clients on a national basis, and maintains...

Supervising Attorney, Immigration Program

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 hours ago

Reporting to the Immigration Managing Attorney, the Immigration Supervising Attorney is a key member of the Immigration Program....

Staff Attorney for Oil, Gas, and Petrochemicals Program

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

litigation and federal and state administrative permitting and rulemaking processes....

RCRA/Hazardous Waste Lawyer

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a topical writing sample to Lindy Resh, Attorney Recruitment Manager, via the web application link....

Senior Attorney for Oil, Gas, and Petrochemicals Program

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

litigation and federal and state administrative permitting and rulemaking processes....

Workers Rights Advocate

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

The advocate will work closely with, and under the supervision of, the attorney staff members....

Attorney-Advisor (General)

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

The Attorney-Advisor in the Office of General Counsel performs authoritative and accurate legal research, provides legal advice to internal staff on all matters of copyright law, and prepares materials...

Bilingual Patient Advocate (Monday-Friday; 10am-6:30pm)

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Elevate Patient Financial Solutions has an exciting career opportunity available as a Bilingual Patient Advocate (Spanish/English). This position will be on-site working at a hospital in...

International Trade Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

I'm seeking an International Trade Attorney with AD/CVD experience. If you are looking for an incredible atmosphere to practice, consider this opportunity....

Labor & Employment Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Labor & Employment Attorney – Step Into a High-Impact Role Are you a Labor & Employment Attorney ready to bring your experience to a firm that truly values strategic thinkers and strong...

Insurance Defense Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Insurance Defense Attorney – Immediate Opportunity Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney looking for the next big step in your career?...

Tax Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Tax Attorney – Exceptional Career Opportunity Are you a skilled Tax Attorney ready to take your career to the next level?...

Trust and Estate Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Trusts & Estates Attorney – Grow Your Practice with a Leading Firm Are you a talented Trusts & Estates Attorney looking to take the next big step in your legal career?...

Personal Injury Plaintiff Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

death, and catastrophic injury cases; strong litigation skills including depositions, negotiations, and trial prep Licensed: Active member of the Bar in good standing Independence: Capable of managing...

2398DC - IP Litigation Resource Attorney

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Skills & Experience : The resource attorney must be a licensed attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience in patent litigation, as well as some trade secret litigation experience....

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
72.9%
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in District of Columbia
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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