Staff Attorney / Senior Attorney
Quick answer
Democracy Forward Foundation is hiring a hybrid Staff/Senior Attorney in Washington, DC, paying $120k-$170k to lead federal regulatory monitoring, legal research, and advocacy efforts.
- Role
- Staff Attorney / Senior Attorney
- Organization
- Democracy Forward Foundation
- Location
- Washington, DC (with remote flexibility)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $120,000 - $170,000
- Category
- Legal
The role
Democracy Forward Foundation is seeking a Staff Attorney or Senior Attorney to join their Regulatory Affairs & Legal Research team. The role focuses on monitoring federal regulatory activity, conducting high-level legal research, and supporting litigation and advocacy efforts. Candidates will draft regulatory submissions, legal memoranda, and policy papers while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders. The position supports the organization's commitment to pro-democracy and progressive causes through rigorous legal analysis.
What you'll do
- Monitor federal regulatory activities including proposed rules and executive actions.
- Draft public comments, legal memoranda, and complex policy papers.
- Conduct rigorous research on administrative and constitutional legal issues.
- Coordinate advocacy efforts and maintain relationships with coalition partners.
- Provide briefings on regulatory developments to internal and external stakeholders.
What it takes
- J.D. degree and active bar membership in good standing.
- 3-6 years of legal experience for Staff Attorney or 7+ years for Senior Attorney.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative law or public-interest legal advocacy.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Strong ability to manage competing deadlines and work collaboratively.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Excellent benefits provided.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC, requiring an in-office presence eight times per month. Remote candidates within the United States will be considered, though those outside the DC area must travel to the office 1–2 times per quarter.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000, commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.
What are the core requirements for this position?
Candidates must have a J.D., active bar membership, and relevant legal experience (3-6 years for Staff Attorney; 7+ years for Senior Attorney). You must also possess strong legal research and writing skills with an interest in administrative law and regulatory advocacy.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or portal link; please check the organization's official careers page or contact [email protected] for application instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Democracy Forward Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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