Compliance Review Attorney Civil Rights

Equiliem; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a licensed attorney in Washington, D.C. to review complaints, investigate and assess compliance matters under federal civil rights statutes.

The role requires strong legal writing and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance, with duties spanning legal analysis, drafting memoranda, and coordinating with internal stakeholders. The position is full-time and onsite, offering compensation in the $120,000 to $160,000 range DOE, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory.
• Experience supporting litigation, investigations, administrative law, compliance, or civil rights matters.
• Experience applying federal civil rights statutes such as Title VI, VII, IX, ADA, and others.
• Strong legal writing experience including memoranda and investigative reports.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review complaints, allegations, and documentation to determine case disposition.
• Conduct legal and factual analysis of investigations and compliance matters.
• Research and interpret federal laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Draft legal memoranda, investigative summaries, correspondence, and reports.
• Maintain accurate case files and supporting records.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders to obtain information and clarify case details.
• Support quality assurance to ensure accuracy and timeliness of work.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Skills

Legal experience

Civil rights statutes

Legal writing

Public Trust clearance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar license (active)

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time | 100% Onsite

Salary: $120,000-$160,000 DOE

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust

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Position Overview

Our client is seeking a licensed attorney with demonstrated experience applying federal civil rights statutes to support a federal government program reviewing complaints, investigations, and compliance matters. The ideal candidate has experience analyzing complex legal issues, preparing written legal findings, and applying federal statutes and regulations in an investigative or administrative environment. Experience involving First Amendment issues is highly desirable.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school


• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory


• Experience supporting litigation, investigations, administrative law, compliance, or civil rights matters


• Demonstrated experience applying federal civil rights statutes, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination Act


• Strong legal writing experience, including memoranda, investigative reports, case evaluations, dismissal letters, or legal recommendations


• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience involving First Amendment issues or constitutional law


• Prior experience supporting a federal agency, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), Office of Inspector General (OIG), or similar government legal or administrative review function

Key Responsibilities

• Review complaints, allegations, and supporting documentation to determine appropriate case disposition


• Conduct legal and factual analysis of investigations and compliance matters


• Research and interpret federal laws, regulations, and agency policies


• Draft legal memoranda, investigative summaries, correspondence, reports, and recommendations


• Maintain accurate case files, documentation, and supporting records


• Communicate with internal stakeholders to obtain information and clarify case details


• Support quality assurance efforts to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of work


• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting established deadlines

Handle sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable laws and agency policies

Benefits

• Medical Insurance


• Vision & Dental Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Matching 401(k)


• Commuter Benefits


• Employee Discounts & Rewards


• Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or [phone].