Senior Counsel / Counsel / Senior Staff Attorney, Criminal and Congressional Investigations

The role

This role handles criminal and congressional investigations and related litigation, including criminal defense, grand jury and law enforcement matters, and responses to congressional subpoenas. It also includes anti-corruption initiatives and coalition work with public interest partners.

What you will do

• Serve as lead or co-counsel in criminal proceedings in federal and state courts, including investigation, prosecution, and appeal
• Assist in civil litigation involving criminal or criminal-adjacent matters
• Represent clients in congressional investigations, including responding to subpoenas and preparing witnesses for depositions or hearings
• Participate in anti-corruption initiatives, including investigation, litigation, and legal advocacy
• Work with non-profits, local governments, small businesses, unions, and individuals to develop and litigate legal work
• Build client relationships and support coalition development
• Contribute to a workplace culture of inclusion and equity

Required qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing in the D.C. bar, or another state bar with the ability to be admitted in D.C.
• For Senior Counsel: at least 7 years of relevant experience after law school
• Demonstrated experience in criminal representation and investigations
• Familiarity with legal doctrines applicable to criminal litigation
• Demonstrated excellence in legal research and drafting court filings and regulatory filings
• Ability to work collaboratively in a relatively flat hierarchy
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines
• Ability to become proficient in new issue areas
• Ability to develop and maintain client and partner relationships
• Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills

Nice to have

• Excellent writing ability

Benefits

• Competitive, lockstep, and transparent compensation and benefits package
• Reasonable accommodations for sitting for extended periods and computer work

Before you apply

• All lawyer positions require a law degree and active membership in the bar of a state or the District of Columbia
• Travel to DC expected 1-2 times per quarter for candidates outside the DC area

About the company

Democracy Forward Foundation is a legal organization focused on democracy and progress. It is an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from people of color, LGBTQIA+ people, women, people with disabilities, and veterans.