The George Washington University
Attorney Fellow
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Attorney Fellow
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The George Washington University
The George Washington University Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a 2025 or 2026 graduate of the George Washington University Law School for the position of Attorney Fellow. This position is a term-limited two-year commitment that is expected to begin in September 2026 and end no later than September 2028.
The successful candidate will join a team of lawyers providing legal and strategic advice to the university and will assist with a wide variety of legal and policy issues that confront a large urban teaching and research institution. The fellowship will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about a broad variety of legal fields, including: contract review and drafting; research and advising on matters impacting students and the student experience, including on Title IX, collegiate sports, and student academic and non‑academic misconduct; litigation support, including assisting with discovery; regulatory compliance; and issues related to health law, intellectual property and technology transfer, business and real estate, and employment and labor law.
The Attorney Fellow will receive assignments and take direction from OGC attorneys. General supervision will be provided by one or two designated OGC attorneys.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution. Admission to a state bar is not required at commencement of the fellowship, but the successful candidate must sit for a bar exam and be eligible for admission to the District of Columbia Bar by a date provided by the Office of General Counsel.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications Must be a 2025 or 2026 graduate of the George Washington University Law School. Bar membership is not required at the start of the position, but the successful candidate must have taken the bar examination prior to September 2026 and pass the bar within six months.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Strong academic record.
Ability to learn and apply new legal principles, manage a sizeable volume of work and deadlines, and respond to the needs of various client representatives.
Diligent and hard worker, a thinker who thrives in and can contribute to the office’s fast‑paced, collegial team environment.
Interest in a career in higher education law.
Hiring Range $72,235.20 - $99,250.68
GW Staff Approach to Pay GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: General Counsel
Family: Legal
Sub‑Family: Attorney
Stream: Individual Contributor
Level: Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: 8:30am-5:30pm; Mon-Fri; occasional nights and weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. The limited term of this appointment is 2 years at this time.
Applications must be submitted through the university employment website at
www.gwu.jobs
and include a letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcript, and writing sample.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal, General Business, and Education
Industries Higher Education and Research Services
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role at
The George Washington University
The George Washington University Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a 2025 or 2026 graduate of the George Washington University Law School for the position of Attorney Fellow. This position is a term-limited two-year commitment that is expected to begin in September 2026 and end no later than September 2028.
The successful candidate will join a team of lawyers providing legal and strategic advice to the university and will assist with a wide variety of legal and policy issues that confront a large urban teaching and research institution. The fellowship will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about a broad variety of legal fields, including: contract review and drafting; research and advising on matters impacting students and the student experience, including on Title IX, collegiate sports, and student academic and non‑academic misconduct; litigation support, including assisting with discovery; regulatory compliance; and issues related to health law, intellectual property and technology transfer, business and real estate, and employment and labor law.
The Attorney Fellow will receive assignments and take direction from OGC attorneys. General supervision will be provided by one or two designated OGC attorneys.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution. Admission to a state bar is not required at commencement of the fellowship, but the successful candidate must sit for a bar exam and be eligible for admission to the District of Columbia Bar by a date provided by the Office of General Counsel.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications Must be a 2025 or 2026 graduate of the George Washington University Law School. Bar membership is not required at the start of the position, but the successful candidate must have taken the bar examination prior to September 2026 and pass the bar within six months.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Strong academic record.
Ability to learn and apply new legal principles, manage a sizeable volume of work and deadlines, and respond to the needs of various client representatives.
Diligent and hard worker, a thinker who thrives in and can contribute to the office’s fast‑paced, collegial team environment.
Interest in a career in higher education law.
Hiring Range $72,235.20 - $99,250.68
GW Staff Approach to Pay GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: General Counsel
Family: Legal
Sub‑Family: Attorney
Stream: Individual Contributor
Level: Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: 8:30am-5:30pm; Mon-Fri; occasional nights and weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status: Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. The limited term of this appointment is 2 years at this time.
Applications must be submitted through the university employment website at
www.gwu.jobs
and include a letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcript, and writing sample.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal, General Business, and Education
Industries Higher Education and Research Services
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