Energy Litigation Associate

LeoForce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Washington, DC is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate (3–5 years' experience) to join our growing Washington, DC office. This role will support a dynamic litigation team focused on environmental and regulatory matters.

Salary is $180,000-$230,000 per year and offers a competitive bonus plan with benefits. A strong academic record and collaborative, client-focused teamwork are valued. DC Bar admission or waiver is expected; judicial clerkship is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a client-focused approach.
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred.
• Admitted in Washington, DC, or eligible to waive into the DC Bar.

Responsibilities

• Support a dynamic litigation team focused on environmental and regulatory matters.
• Contribute to cases in energy, technology, manufacturing, and other regulated industries.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $180,000 - $230,000 per year

We are seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate (3–5 years' experience) to join our growing Washington, DC office. This role will support a dynamic litigation team focused on environmental and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a client-focused approach.
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred.
• Admitted in Washington, DC, or eligible to waive into the DC Bar.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Any offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a post-offer, pre-employment background screening.

A bit about us:

We are a nationally recognized law firm known for our litigation, environmental, and energy practices. Our litigation practice is led by seasoned trial lawyers, including several former DOJ attorneys, and works closely with a deep bench of regulatory and environmental attorneys advising clients in energy, technology, manufacturing, and other highly regulated industries. This integrated approach allows us to deliver sophisticated, practical solutions to our clients' most challenging disputes.

Why join us?

Our team is currently handling several cutting-edge cases in the energy sector, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a meaningful role in those matters. We offer a collaborative culture and a large, established client base. In addition to a competitive salary and bonus plan, benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; a 401(k) plan; phone allowance; and generous paid time off.

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• phone allowance
• generous paid time off

Washington, DC, US

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