Entry-Level Attorney

What the job is The U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, District of Columbia is hiring entry-level attorneys to work on important civil rights cases. You will help enforce laws that prevent discrimination in areas like voting, education, housing, employment, and police services.

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What you will do - Investigate claims of discrimination and potential law violations - Review documents and gather evidence - Interview witnesses and write legal reports - Present cases in court and work with expert witnesses - Negotiate settlements and enforce agreements - Work on cases involving voting rights, disabilities, education, employment, housing, and more

What you need - Must be a U.S. citizen or national - Must have a law degree (JD) from an accredited law school - Must be a licensed attorney in good standing in any U.S. state or territory - Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must have registered for Selective Service - Must pass a background check, including a drug test - Must serve a 1-2 year trial period

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What you will get - Salary between $85,447 and $133,142 per year - Opportunity to work on meaningful cases that protect people’s rights

Job Details

Date Posted

01 Oct 2026

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Expiration Date

31 Mar 2027

Gender

Any

Employment Type

Full-time

Salary

$85,447 – $133,142

Hiring Company

U.S. Department of Justice - Civil Rights Division

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