Trial Attorney (Appellate Litigation Fellow)

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking applicants for an Appellate Litigation Fellowship in the Office of the Solicitor General. The fellowship begins in August/September 2027 and requires at least one year of post‑JD experience by the start date.

The Fellow will assist with merits briefing and multistate litigation, including amicus curiae work in areas such as administrative law, constitutional law, consumer protection, and environmental law, with potential

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and an active bar membership.
• At least one year of post‑JD experience (which may include clerkships) by the time the fellowship begins.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Appellate clerkship experience is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist with merits briefing and multistate litigation work.
• Engage in amicus curiae work across admin, constitutional, consumer and environmental law.
• Fellows may argue at least one case during the fellowship.

Skills

Exceptional legal research and writing

Strong oral advocacy

Education

J.D. degree and an active bar membership

Job description

Job Summary

Located in the nation’s capital, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. The OAG enforces the laws of the District, defends and provides legal advice to the District’s government agencies, and protects the interests of the District’s residents. This position is located in the Office of the Solicitor General.

Job Summary

Located in the nation’s capital, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. The OAG enforces the laws of the District, defends and provides legal advice to the District’s government agencies, and protects the interests of the District’s residents. This position is located in the Office of the Solicitor General. The Office of the Solicitor General is responsible for the District’s appellate litigation and handles high‑profile matters of both local and national importance. The Office practices most frequently before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States. The Office’s attorneys handle appeals involving a variety of substantive areas including constitutional law, employment law, contracts, torts, tax, criminal law, and administrative law.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking candidates for an Appellate Litigation Fellowship in the Office of the Solicitor General. The fellowship will begin in August/September 2027. A minimum of one year of post‑JD experience (which may include clerkships) by the time the fellowship begins is required. The Office of the Solicitor General is responsible for the District’s civil and criminal appellate litigation and handles high‑profile matters of both local and national importance. This position will assist with merits briefing as well as the Office’s work on multistate litigation and amicus curiae work in a variety of areas including administrative law, constitutional law, consumer protection, and environmental law. Fellows typically have the opportunity to argue at least one case during the fellowship.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and an active bar membership
• At least one year of post‑JD experience (which may include clerkships) by the time the fellowship begins
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Strong oral advocacy skills

Appellate clerkship experience is strongly encouraged.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

The incumbent must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally performed in an office setting. Generally, work is sedentary, some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects (such as case records, briefcases, and exhibits) may be required.

Other Significant Factors

Type Of Appointment: Legal Service (LS) – 13‑month Term Appointment

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-11

Salary: $83,572 - $97,527; based on qualifications and availability of funds for this position.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-12

Salary: $100,172; based on qualifications and availability of funds for this position.

Number of Vacancies: Two (2)

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday 8:45 am- 5:15 pm

In‑person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility.

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential.

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 1403.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non‑merit factor.

NOTICE OF NON‑DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et seq. (Act), the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above‑protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL