Feldesman Leifer LLP, a boutique law firm with offices in Washington, DC and Sacramento, CA, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mid-to-Senior Litigation Attorney who is interested in direct client contact, a greater leadership role in cases, a collegial atmosphere, and mission-driven work. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of extensive litigation experience, for example, research and writing, experience with depositions, document production and other discovery matters. While litigation-centered, this role also involves administrative appeals, investigations, audits and advising on other types of disputes. The right candidate for this role would benefit from a background in litigating against (or for) the government and should be smart, energetic, self-sufficient, and looking for challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Handle litigation matters, including research, writing, depositions, document production, and other discovery matters.
- Represent clients in administrative appeals, investigations, audits, and other disputes.
- Collaborate with team members and lead counsel.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Strong academic credentials, including a J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of 5-6 years of experience practicing law.
- Substantive litigation experience is preferred, including experience drafting pleadings, declarations, and routine motions under the supervision of lead counsel.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Background in disputes with government agencies (whether litigation, investigations, or audits) is a plus.
- Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
- Active license to practice law in the District of Columbia.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the firm.
- Engaging and collaborative work environment.
Application Process:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, cover letter, academic transcripts, and references via (see below)
Cover letters should be no more than two pages, single-spaced, and briefly address: (1) the candidate's qualifications, including required and preferred qualifications listed in this announcement, and (2) the candidate's reason for seeking employment with Feldesman. The cover letter should provide additional context and meaning to the data provided via the resume.
Feldesman Leifer LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.