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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Domestic Violence Section is seeking a Trial Attorney for its civil protection order practice. The attorney’s primary responsibility will be prosecuting criminal contempt actions for violations of civil protection orders. The attorneys vertically prosecute their cases so each attorney is responsible for investigating reports of violations; making charging decisions; fulfilling discovery obligations; resolving cases through declination, diversion, plea agreement or trial; and monitoring compliance with any post-conviction conditions.

The attorney will also represent survivors obtaining civil protection orders in all aspects of civil litigation involving the order. The caseload will include intimate partner, dating violence, family violence, stalking, and sexual assault cases. The attorney will be expected to work closely with colleagues from public and private agencies in seeking a broad range of remedies for survivors.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate must have at least one year of trial experience, preferably in criminal law; a demonstrated commitment to working with victims of domestic violence; and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.

ELIGIBILITY: The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the candidate must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

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 which 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.

Position Description – The Circuit Mediator screens eligible cases for referral to mediation, conducts mediations, assigns cases to mediators, trains and advises lawyers who serve as volunteer mediators, and educates the bar and public about the mediation programs of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia. Located in Washington, D.C., the Circuit Mediator reports to the Chief Circuit Mediator and works with the judges of the Courts to carry out the mission of the mediation programs.

Qualifications – Significant experience and expertise in mediation and other ADR processes. An understanding of the dynamics, costs, impacts, and strategies of the litigation process. Strong customer service orientation with excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Progressively responsible litigation experience in which a substantial portion involved cases in federal trial and appellate courts with a minimum of three years of experience to qualify for a CL 30 or four years of experience to qualify for a CL 31.

Education – Must have a law degree and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, the District of Columbia, or a federal court of general jurisdiction.

Salary – CL 30/31 ($89,600 - $161,900) depending on qualifications. Position may be filled by one full-time employee or shared by two part-time employees.

Conditions of Employment – Applicants must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Employees of the federal courts are excepted service appointments. Excepted service appointments are “at will” and may be terminated with or without good cause by the Court. The candidate selected for the position will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required.

Application Process – Submit by e-mail to the Circuit Executive’s Office a cover letter, detailed resume, and a brief statement discussing (a) a case you successfully mediated and (b) a case in which the mediation did not result in a settlement. Email a single PDF attachment containing all documents to VacancyCircuitMediator@cadc.uscourts.gov with the job announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. The application period will be open from September 6 to October 6, 2017.

The Law Offices of Luis C. Diaz LLC are seeking a full-time associate to assist with all aspects of our immigration practice. Salary is commensurate with experience. We represent asylum seekers, unaccompanied children, detained non-citizens, and families. We are a fast-paced and quickly growing firm currently comprised of 2 attorneys and 4 Admin/Support Staff members.

Our office is located less than ten minutes from Silver Spring metro close to downtown Silver Spring.

Desired Skills:

• ·         Spanish skills REQUIRED- please do not apply if you are not fluent in Spanish
• ·         Strong research and writing skills
• ·         Interest in immigration law and desire to advocate for the rights of non-citizens
• ·         Some experience in immigration law would be a bonus, but not required

Duties Include:

• ·         Court Appearances before the U.S. Immigration Courts and Maryland State Court Proceedings (Mostly Custody)
• ·         Legal researchà related to immigration law: humanitarian immigration and immigration detention issues; related to family law: custody, guardianship, child abuse and neglect
• ·         Other research à related to country conditions, human rights reports, political regimes
• ·         Writing à asylum briefs outlining persecution, country conditions and particular social groups; briefs to support reductions in bond; petitions for custody or guardianship and related Special Immigrant Juvenile Status petitions; client affidavits

Opportunities Include:

• ·         Visiting a detention center à depending on schedule, accompany counsel to an immigration detention center to meet with clients
• ·         Mentorship and guidanceà we will work with you to hone your writing and research skills

Benefits:

• ·         401k enrollment after five (5) months
• ·         Parking or Metro Benefits

Please submit a cover letter and resume to luis@lcdiazlaw.com

The Legal Counsel for the Elderly is looking for a Manager and Legal Aid Attorney to oversee project which identifies and develops high volume of cases and projects of a systemic nature and markets them to law firms on a pro bono basis. Monitors same providing timely accurate information, legal advice, guidance and technical assistance on these matters running a full range of civil legal matters. Ensures expenses do not exceed available resources. Manages assigned fundraising, outreach, and administrative efforts, especially pertaining to grant proposals, internal and external reports, and related coordination for the unit.

Completion of a Juris Doctorate degree, a member in good standing of the D.C. Bar and 5 years of directly related legal experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position.

To apply, please click here.

The Research Manager leads a section of attorneys in the development of research and legal analysis on issues of American law of interest to Congress, including, but not limited to, those related to constitutional law, statutory interpretation, administrative law, and appropriations.

Duties include:

·  Ensuring that the work results in objective, authoritative analysis with which the Congress can assess the consequences of legislative/policy options;

·  Critically reviewing written analyses produced by legislative attorneys to ensure accuracy, authoritativeness, objectivity, and overall quality;

·  Identifying and coordinating legal research and analysis by the Section and, as directed by the Assistant/Deputy Assistant Director (AD/DAD), the American Law Division, on matters of legislative importance;

·  Proactively establishing relationships with committees of jurisdiction, building long-term relationships with clients, and taking initiative to seek out new congressional contacts for CRS;

·  Managing congressional requests in areas in the research management responsibility of the section;

·  Collaborating with other managers to ensure an integrative approach to the work by fully identifying significant issues facing Congress, developing legal analytical approaches to address them, and applying appropriate resources;

·  Managing and supervising legislative attorneys, communicating performance standards/expectations to staff, assessing performance and giving feedback; and

·  Performing special assignments as directed by the AD/DAD.

Candidates with research and research management experience in American law issues (e.g., matters of constitutional law, administrative law, and statutory interpretation), who have strong interpersonal skills, and are capable of leading a highly motivated, talented research staff committed to providing Congress the highest level of nonpartisan, authoritative, objective legal analysis are encouraged to apply.

CRS works exclusively for the Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency in the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource for nearly a century.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply online at http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo.

The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to labor and employment law in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context. Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding labor and employment in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk would be beneficial.

The position’s primary focus is the broad area of labor and employment law. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of administrative law, constitutional law, and statutory interpretation.

The Legislative Attorney prepares objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive and background memoranda and reports on legal issues of national significance; provides personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on legal issues throughout the legislative process; and participates in or leads team research projects and seminars. The Legislative Attorney is expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide legal analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on legal and public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply online at http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo.

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join the firm’s Environment, Energy, and Resources practice. The ideal candidate will have two to five years of experience with environmental regulatory and/or litigation matters. Experience with the Clean Air Act (CAA), the Renewable Fuel Standard, Indian Law and/or experience challenging and defending federal approvals under the Administrative Procedure Act is a plus. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong writing, advocacy and client service skills. A prior federal judicial clerkship is also a plus. To be considered, please access the link below and provide your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a writing sample.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/associate-attorney-ee-r-job-a20170719-washington-dc.html

Are you a tax attorney with at least 3 years of broad tax experience, including planning, transactions, and controversies? How would you like to join the Rockville office of a midsize firm that truly invests in its associates and grooms them to be partners?

Responsibilities will primarily involve helping clients with the buying and selling of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, as well as drafting stockholder and LLC agreements. However, some controversy and tax planning work will also be involved.

The ideal candidate will have broad tax experience, and will be a creative, analytical thinker who is intellectually curious and seeks to enrich their knowledge on their own initiative. An LLM or CPA background is strongly desired.

The attorney should be barred in Maryland, but those who are willing to sit for the Maryland Bar should still apply.

The firm has a reasonable billable hour requirement, offers competitive compensation, and even gives an origination bonus for generating new business. Because the firm wants people to stay for the long term and make partner, associates will be taught business development, and will be invited to meetings and mixers with actual and potential clients. Associates will enjoy a laid back, social and collegial culture, business casual dress, and lots of client contact.

If you are interested and qualified for this position, please submit your resume to lauren.smith@parkerlynch.com. It will be held in strict confidence and won’t be sent anywhere without first receiving your permission.

Please visit our website at www.parkerlynch.com to review all available opportunities.

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Are you a compassionate, empathetic attorney who enjoys client contact but would prefer not to litigate? How would you like to work in the personal injury practice of a growing midsize firm in Rockville that truly invests in its people and wants to groom associates for partnership?

Duties include conducting intake interviews, converting prospects into clients, preparing demand letters, negotiating with insurance companies and, most importantly, comforting seriously injured and distressed clients.

Candidates must be personable, street smart, entrepreneurial, and have a willingness to manage others as well as act autonomously. The ideal candidate will have a background in personal injury, but attorneys who have done workers comp, health insurance law, family law, or even former prosecutors will be considered.

SPANISH LANGUAGE FLUENCY IS REQUIRED. Candidates who lack Spanish language skills will not be considered.

The attorney should be barred in Maryland, but those who are willing to sit for the Maryland Bar should still apply.

The firm has a reasonable billable hour requirement, offers competitive compensation, and even gives an origination bonus for generating new business. Because the firm wants people to stay for the long term and make partner, associates will be taught business development, and will be invited to meetings and mixers with actual and potential clients. Associates will enjoy a laid back, social and collegial culture, business casual dress, and lots of client contact.

If you are interested and qualified for this position, please submit your resume to lauren.smith@parkerlynch.com. It will be held in strict confidence and won’t be sent anywhere without first receiving your permission.

Please visit our website at www.parkerlynch.com to review all available opportunities.

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LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL: Progressive California Democrat seeks Legislative Counsel to serve as lead staff for Member’s work on the House Judiciary Committee as well as other non-Committee legislative issues as assigned. Interest in child welfare policy and criminal justice reform a plus. Ideal applicants should have a J.D. with 3-5 years of Hill or other legislative experience, excellent writing skills, solid analytical abilities, and strong political instincts.  This is not an entry-level position. Candidate should be self-starters, creative at coming up with great legislative ideas and strategies and be able to constructively work in a team environment in a fast-paced office.   Candidates with California ties encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and three writing samples with “Legislative Counsel” the subject line to Rep.Karen.Bass@mail.house.gov .  No phone calls or drop-ins, please.