General Counsel

National Association of Bond Lawyers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Association of Bond Lawyers seeks a General Counsel in Washington, DC, responsible for representing the Office of the Chief Financial Officer in various legal matters and litigation. They will supervise outside counsel and ensure legal sufficiency in OCFO programs. Candidates must have eight years of progressive legal experience, including four years in management, and a strong background in Corporate Law and Litigation. Interested applicants should submit their resumes to HR via email or visit the OCFO's website for details.

Qualifications

• Over eight years of progressive legal experience, including four years in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel effectively.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills in complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent the OCFO in litigation and legal matters.
• Supervise and manage outside counsel.
• Serve as the principal legal advisor to the Chief Financial Officer.

Skills

Legal advisor experience

Corporate Law knowledge

Litigation management

Analytical skills

Drafting legal documents

Job description

May 7, 2026 Government of District of Columbia's Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Washington, DC Open until it's filled.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) is seeking a General Counsel in Washington, DC.

The General Counsel represents the OCFO in litigation and in other legal matters in which the OCFO is a party or has legal interest, supervises and manages outside counsel in all legal matters, and assures the legal sufficiency of the OCFO’s programs and policies. The General Counsel, under the leadership of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Chief of Staff, is responsible for serving as the principal legal advisor to the Chief Financial Officer.

Minimum Qualifications: Eight (8) years of progressive experience to include four (4) years at the managerial level performing the related duties and responsibilities such as: reviewing, analyzing, and drafting documents related to complex legal issues and legislation; serving as a legal advisor; and working knowledge of two or more of the following disciplines: Corporate Law, Legislation, Litigation, Commercial, Federal or State/Municipal Government, Labor Contracts, Employment Law, or other relevant disciplines.

For initial review, please submit your resume to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Human Resources Division, located at 1101 4th Street, SW, Suite W220, Washington, DC 20024 or to [e-mail].

To complete an application or for additional details related to this vacancy, please visitwww.cfo.dc.gov and reference announcement number: 26-EO-OGC-0001.