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Associate Attorney – Litigation & Public Interest Focus | Washington, D.C.- 377397
Associate Attorney – Litigation & Public Interest Focus | Washington, D.C.- 377397
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$225,000.00/yr - $435,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from BCG Attorney Search CEO of BCG Attorney Search - #1 Law Firm Attorney Placement Firm
Job ID: 377397 Practice area:- Employment Law - General,Litigation - Commercial,Litigation - Public Interest,Litigation - White Collar Crime & Government Investigations Associate Attorney – Litigation & Public Interest Focus | Washington, D.C. An Am Law-caliber firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. to handle commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, and white-collar defense while advancing cutting-edge public interest litigation in civil rights, reproductive justice, and immigrant rights. ________________________________________ Job Overview A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its Washington, D.C. office. This unique position blends high-stakes commercial and regulatory litigation with meaningful public interest advocacy. Attorneys in this role gain exposure to complex disputes, white-collar investigations, and groundbreaking work in areas such as civil rights and democracy protection. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Lead and support litigation involving commercial disputes, internal investigations, securities, regulatory enforcement, and employment discrimination. • Conduct in-depth factual and legal research; draft persuasive motions, briefs, and client communications. • Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and evidentiary hearings. • Collaborate with senior attorneys on white-collar defense and regulatory investigation projects. • Represent public interest clients on cases involving gender and racial equity, LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive justice, immigrant rights, and democracy protection. • Mentor junior staff and coordinate with operational teams for effective case management. ________________________________________ Qualifications • Litigation or public interest experience gained at a law firm, federal clerkship, or nonprofit/advocacy organization. • Strong academic credentials, with clerkship or notable recommendations a plus. • Ability to manage complex matters independently and as part of a team. • Demonstrated commitment to advancing public interest causes alongside commercial litigation. • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by start date. ________________________________________ Education & Certifications • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school. • Active membership in good standing of the D.C. Bar, or eligibility for admission. ________________________________________ • Advanced legal research and analytical reasoning. • Strong drafting and oral advocacy skills. • Ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences. • Strong organizational and case-management proficiency. • Dedication to civil rights and public interest advocacy while excelling in commercial litigation. ________________________________________ Culture & Firm Appeal The firm is consistently recognized for its litigation strength and public interest impact. Known for a collaborative culture, mentorship, and professional development, the firm provides opportunities to work on matters with societal importance while maintaining access to high-profile commercial clients. Attorneys are supported in pursuing both advocacy and trial excellence. ________________________________________ Why This Role Is Unique • Blend of sophisticated commercial litigation and meaningful public interest advocacy. • Direct exposure to high-profile regulatory investigations and white-collar defense. • Opportunities to litigate landmark cases involving democracy, civil rights, and equality. • A platform that combines Am Law-level resources with a mission-driven practice. ________________________________________ Call to Action Apply now for a confidential discussion with a BCG Attorney Search recruiter. Submit your resume today to explore this rare Washington, D.C. associate attorney opportunity. This BCG Attorney Search opportunity is actively interviewing and offers a career-defining blend of litigation and advocacy. BCG Attorney Search is the industry leader for placing candidates in permanent positions in law firms. Since 2000, our recruiters have placed several thousand attorneys and enjoyed extraordinarily high success rates with our candidates. As a BCG Attorney Search candidate, you have access to more opportunities than any legal placement firm in the United States. We are able to offer the most in-depth insight in the legal recruiting market thanks to our dedicated team of over 150 employees who mercilessly research, study and analyze the legal market. The depth and breadth of our research empowers us to place attorneys at rates that are unparalleled at any placement firm in the United States. Many of our recruiters make 30 to 40 placements per year, while recruiters at competitor firms are likely to make four or five. Unlike other placement firms that can only tell you about openings at major AmLaw firms, we place candidates of all backgrounds in firms of all sizes. While other legal recruiters only represent a narrow band of candidates from top law firms and top law schools, our research, firm contacts, and market insight allow us to place hundreds of candidates each year who do not fit this mold. It is rare that we do not get candidates we represent interviews and offers. No one in the world is better at legal recruiting and placement than BCG Attorney Search. BCG Attorney Search will confidentially review your application and will not forward your materials to the firm without first discussing the opportunity with you. Seniority level
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Associate Attorney – Litigation & Public Interest Focus | Washington, D.C.- 377397
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Job ID: 377397 Practice area:- Employment Law - General,Litigation - Commercial,Litigation - Public Interest,Litigation - White Collar Crime & Government Investigations Associate Attorney – Litigation & Public Interest Focus | Washington, D.C. An Am Law-caliber firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Washington, D.C. to handle commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, and white-collar defense while advancing cutting-edge public interest litigation in civil rights, reproductive justice, and immigrant rights. ________________________________________ Job Overview A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its Washington, D.C. office. This unique position blends high-stakes commercial and regulatory litigation with meaningful public interest advocacy. 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