Assistant Disciplinary Counsel – Hybrid Investigations

D.C. Bar; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 126,270 - 169,950; Full time

Job summary

A legal organization in Washington, D.C. seeks an Assistant Disciplinary Counsel to investigate attorney misconduct and represent the Office of Disciplinary Counsel in formal proceedings. The ideal candidate will hold a J.D. and have strong trial advocacy, research, and communication skills. This full-time position is hybrid, offering a mix of in-office and remote work. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and effective team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of the DC Bar or eligible to waive into the DC Bar.
• Ability to identify factual and legal issues, and analyze large volumes of data.
• Work well in a team environment and professionally with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of attorney misconduct.
• Represent the ODC in formal proceedings.
• Prepare and present ethics-related programs for continuing legal education.

Skills

Trial advocacy

Research skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organization abilities

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe Pro

Job description

A legal organization in Washington, D.C. seeks an Assistant Disciplinary Counsel to investigate attorney misconduct and represent the Office of Disciplinary Counsel in formal proceedings. The ideal candidate will hold a J.D. and have strong trial advocacy, research, and communication skills. This full-time position is hybrid, offering a mix of in-office and remote work. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and effective team collaboration.