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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Legal Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities Provides direct legal assistance to clients in a variety of brief legal matters or at legal clinics under the direction and supervision of a licensed attorney....

Attorney Recruiting & Development Intern

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

We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients....

Customer Success Advocate II

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

Lumen Customer Success Advocate II in Washington , District Of Columbia About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly,...

2398DC - IP Litigation Resource Attorney

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

Insurance Recovery Associate Attorney - Junior to Midlevel

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

Our Insurance Coverage Litigation practice is Chambers-ranked and our attorneys enforce policyholders' rights to coverage under almost every type of commercial insurance policy for a wide spectrum of...

Business Immigration Counsel

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

Ogletree Deakins has more than 950 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico....

Remote Work

Document Review Staff Attorney

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

Summary DLA Piper seeks review attorneys for its internal Document Review Center....

Government Affairs Advocate

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

The League of Conservation Voters, Inc. (LCV), a non-profit organization, builds political power to protect people and the planet. We envision a world in which tackling the climate crisis,...

Project Attorney

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

Hours: Varies Position: Non-exempt Supervisor: Consulting Attorney, Discovery & Litigation Technology Supervises: May be asked to supervise paralegals, temporary attorneys, and other office personnel...

Conflicts Attorney

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

Perkins Coie is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires, and advising firm lawyers on conflicts...

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)

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

Litigation experience and a minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred....

Legal Services - New Law - Senior Associate

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

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism TRS Consulting Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and...

Lawyer Recruiting Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Determines Litigation team entry-level, judicial clerkship, and lateral hiring needs. Consults with Team leadership regularly to provide feedback regarding team hiring needs....

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Litigation experience and a minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred....

Associate Attorney - Healthcare & General Privacy Counseling

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Work closely with corporate, M&A, and litigation teams to support transactions and compliance matters. Why Join Us?...

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
73.3%
Bachelor's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
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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