Closing Date: 22nd February, 2026
Description:
General Job InformationJob Summary:
Located in the nation's capital, The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. OAG enforces the laws of the District, defends, and provides legal advice to the District's government agencies and protects the interests of the District's residents. This position is in the Civil Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General.
The Civil Litigation Division defends the District of Columbia, including District agencies, officers, and employees, in civil lawsuits filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia seeking monetary damages, equitable remedies, and other relief.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a Trial Attorney for General Litigation Section III of the Civil Litigation Division. Attorneys within CLD handle a variety of matters, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation, among others.
The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of approximately 25 active civil cases and will be expected to serve on various litigation and trial teams. The incumbent will prepare and file pleadings, serve and respond to written discovery, take and defend depositions, file and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney's fees. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. The position requires broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes and relevant civil litigation experience.
The position requires civil litigation experience. Prior civil litigation experience may include trials or evidentiary hearings, motions and discovery practice, taking and defending depositions, and a thorough knowledge of the Federal and Superior Court Rules of Civil Procedure. Experience in one or more substantive areas where the Division practices is highly desirable.
The successful candidate should be a self-starter and have excellent research and writing skills and be able to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent must possess the ability to receive and implement feedback.
How to Apply: Online Application must be completed in its entirety, along with the following submissions:
- Cover Letter
- Résumé
- Legal Writing Sample
- A List of Three Current References
Qualifications and Education:
Trial Attorney, LA-0905-13
Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 2 years of experience, one of which is at an equivalent of LA-12, is required.
Trial Attorney, LA-0905-14
Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment. A minimum of 5 years of experience, one of which is at an equivalent of LA-13, is required.
Licenses and Certifications:
The incumbent must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. An appointee to the Legal Service shall remain a member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar and be admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia during his/her employment in the Legal Service. If not currently a member of the District of the Columbia Bar, prior to appointment, the successful candidate must send proof that his/her completed District of Columbia Bar application has been submitted to the District of Columbia Bar.
Working Conditions/Environment:
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Generally, work is sedentary, some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects (such as case records, briefcases, and exhibits) is required.
Other Significant Factors
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: La-0905-13
Salary: The Starting Salary Is Negotiable up To $138,989 Depending on Qualifications and The Availability of Funds for This Grade.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: La-0905-14
Salary: The Starting Salary Is Negotiable up To $140,767 Depending on Qualifications and The Availability of Funds for This Grade.
Number of Vacancies: One (1)
Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday; 8:30 Am - 5:00 Pm
In-Person Reporting with Limited Telework and Flexible Work Schedules Available upon Eligibility.
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential.
Collective Bargaining Unit: This Position Is in The Collective Bargaining Unit Represented by Afge Local 2401.
Type of Appointment: Legal Service – Regular
Residency Preference: Applicants Claiming “residency Preference” Will Be Required to Maintain Residency in The District of Columbia for A Minimum of Seven (7) Years. Failure to Do so May Result in Forfeiture of Employment.
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, Gender Identity or Expression, Family Responsibilities, Matriculation, Political Affiliation, Disability, Genetic Information, Status as A Victim or Family Member of A Victim of Domestic Violence, a Sexual Offense, or Stalking, Credit Information, or Homeless Status of Any Individual. Sexual Harassment Is a Form of Sex Discrimination that 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.
Official Job Offers Are to Be Made only By the Human Resources Section of The Office of The Attorney General
