Staff Attorney, Legislative Counsel – Public Service

U.S. Senate; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework/flexitime

Public transit subsidies

Paid leave and federal holidays

Health, retirement, and life insurance

Job summary

The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) seeks a Staff Attorney to join a team of attorneys drafting and editing legislation for the Senate. The role emphasizes clear writing, public service, and nonpartisan policy work within a dedicated staff.

Starting salary is $102,415 with competitive increases and a full benefits package including loan repayment options and flexible work arrangements as funding allows.

Qualifications

• A record of academic excellence, ranked in the top one-half of law school class.
• Enrollment in, or graduation from, an ABA-accredited law school.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• No substantial participation with any political party or cause.
• A commitment to public service.

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited law school)

Job description

The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) seeks a Staff Attorney to join a team of attorneys drafting and editing legislation for the Senate. The role emphasizes clear writing, public service, and nonpartisan policy work within a dedicated staff.

Starting salary is $102,415 with competitive increases and a full benefits package including loan repayment options and flexible work arrangements as funding allows.