Senior Litigation Attorney

Gpac; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

GPAC is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney in Washington, DC for a highly experienced role that combines hands-on client work with leadership on cases. The position emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and navigating complex disputes.

The ideal candidate has a strong government-disputes background, a DC bar license, and a proven ability to handle research, writing, and litigation from start to finish. This is a senior, impact-driven opportunity within a collegial team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• At least 10 years of legal practice experience.
• Active license to practice law in the District of Columbia.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving on a team.
• Experience with government-related disputes is a plus.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including research, writing, depositions, and discovery tasks.
• Represent clients in administrative appeals, investigations, audits, and related disputes.
• Work closely with team members and support (and sometimes lead) case strategy.
• Take ownership of cases while collaborating in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Skills

Litigation

Research & Writing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Judicial clerkship

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Senior Litigation Attorney

We’re looking for a highly skilled, experienced Senior Litigation Attorney who’s ready for hands‑on client work, a meaningful leadership role on cases, and a collegial, mission‑driven environment. If you enjoy digging into complex disputes, taking ownership of your work, and collaborating with smart, motivated colleagues, this could be a great fit.

About the Role

This is a litigation‑focused position for someone with deep experience and good judgment. You’ll handle all aspects of litigation— from research and writing to discovery and depositions—while also working on administrative appeals, investigations, audits, and other types of disputes. You’ll have direct client contact and the opportunity to play a leadership role alongside lead counsel.

The ideal candidate is smart, energetic, self‑sufficient, and enjoys a challenge. Experience litigating against (or on behalf of) government agencies is strongly preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Handle litigation matters, including research, writing, depositions, document production, and other discovery tasks
• Represent clients in administrative appeals, investigations, audits, and related disputes
• Work closely with team members and support (and sometimes lead) case strategy
• Take ownership of cases while collaborating in a supportive, team‑oriented environment

What We’re Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• At least 10 years of legal practice experience
• Strong litigation background, including drafting pleadings, declarations, and routine motions
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently while also thriving on a team
• Experience with government‑related disputes (litigation, investigations, or audits) is a plus
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus
• Active license to practice law in the District of Columbia

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.