127 legal and compliance jobs are open in District of Columbia, on employers' own career pages, from 64 employers. 129 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $135,874 to $183,240, with a median of $154,439. The places with the most are Salt Lake City, UT (10); Los Angeles, CA (6); Birmingham, AL (5). A typical posting has been open 19 days.
District of Columbia requires employers to list a pay range in many postings, so the pay figures here come from the employers' own ranges.
Applications here go through USAJOBS (88%), Greenhouse (8%), Ashby (2%), Workday (1%).
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Department of Transportation
Posted Oct 16
Trial Attorney
$121,785 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Litigation & Enforcement Division of the Office of Chief Counsel handles a wide range of investigatory and litigation activities relating to motor vehicle…
Office of Inspector General, General Services Administration
Posted Oct 16
Attorney Advisor
$143,913 to $197,200 a year10% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their law school transcript(s) by the closing date of announcements to…
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for DC Headquarters, Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for DC
Posted Oct 16
Attorney-Adviser (General)
$121,785 to $158,322 a year9% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy
Golden, CO and 5 more places · Posted Oct 16
Patent Attorney
$89,508 to $197,200 a year7% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 1 of 2 of the following: Sound legal training from an accredited law school and bar membership;…
Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy
Posted Oct 16
Attorney-Advisor (General)
$102,415 to $158,322 a year16% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Inspector General is currently looking for an Attorney-Advisor (General) in the Office of Counsel.
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy
Posted Oct 16
Student Trainee (Legal)
$70,623 to $91,815 a year47% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience.
Office of Personnel Management, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 15
Supervisory Attorney Advisor
$169,279 to $197,200 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
In this role, the incumbent acts as a senior legal advisor to agency leadership and provides supervisory and managerial oversight of attorneys delivering…
Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Department of the Navy
Washington Navy Yard, DC and 3 more places · Posted Oct 15
ATTORNEY ADVISOR (GENERAL)
$105,383 to $158,322 a year15% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security
Posted Oct 15
Attorney Advisor
$169,279 to $197,200 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Please use your own words, be clear, and specific when describing your work history. We cannot make assumptions regarding your experience.
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 15
Supervisory Attorney Advisor
$169,279 to $197,200 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized Experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the…
Databricks
Chicago, IL and 5 more places · Posted Oct 14
Sr. Counsel, Commercial (Healthcare & Life Sciences)
$219,800 to $302,300 a year69% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
Databricks is looking for an experienced commercial attorney to join our Commercial Legal team, with a primary focus on supporting our Healthcare and Life…
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Attorney Advisor
$125,191 to $272,407 a year29% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United…
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 14
Trial Attorney - Land Acquisition Section (Open Continuous)
$121,785 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Energy and Natural Resources Division is seeking experienced civil litigators for the Land Acquisition Section.
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice
Stockton, CA and 21 more places · Posted Oct 14
Supervisory Attorney (EEOC)
$150,359 to $197,200 a year13% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our…
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 14
Attorney Advisor
$102,415 to $158,322 a year16% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
As an Attorney- Advisor at the GS-0905-12/13, you will be part of the Advice, Audits and External Reports Division (AAERD), Office of Communications and…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Posted Oct 14
General Attorney (Information and Privacy Law)
$85,447 to $197,200 a year8% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Join a dynamic team of information law attorneys providing fast-paced legal advice and guidance to clients at U.S.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 14
Paralegal Specialist
$106,910 to $157,046 a year15% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) serves as legal advisor to the CFTC's Commission, the Chair, the Executive Director, and the Agency as a whole.
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Posted Oct 14
Supervisory Legal Administrative Specialist (Legislative Affairs Manager)
$143,913 to $197,200 a year10% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your…
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 14
Attorney - Broker-Dealer Finance
$153,114 to $259,402 a year34% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Trading and Markets (TM), Office Broker-Dealer Finance (OBDF), is seeking an Attorney-Adviser (Attorney - Broker-Dealer Finance) for its…
Consumer Product Safety Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 14
Supervisory Compliance Officer
$143,913 to $187,093 a year7% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in the Office of Compliance (EXC), Division of Regulatory Enforcement (CRE).
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ and 11 more places · Posted Oct 13
LAW CLERK
$62,629 to $121,785 a year40% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants must have completed their law degree from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) within the previous two years or is a…
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Davis Monthan AFB, AZ and 11 more places · Posted Oct 13
ATTORNEY ADVISOR
$75,776 to $121,785 a year36% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position in this competitive program is to offer recent law school graduates (February 2025 through May 2027) an opportunity to…
Social Security Administration, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Tallahassee, FL and 9 more places · Posted Oct 12
General Attorney (Fraud)
$106,437 to $163,514 a year13% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Holding an ACTIVE bar membership is a continuing requirement of the position.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Oct 10
Executive Deputy Principal Legal Advisor
$151,661 to $228,000 a year23% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical…
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Oct 10
Deputy Principal Legal Advisor for Legal Operations
$151,661 to $228,000 a year23% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The incumbent of this position is one of the senior executive assistants to the Principal Legal Advisor for U.S.
Federal Communications Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 9
Attorney Advisor
$85,447 to $158,322 a year21% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is in the Enforcement Bureau (EB), Federal Communications Commission (FCC) located in Washington, DC.
Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
Posted Oct 9
Legal Administrative Specialist (Legislative Affairs Advisor)
$143,913 to $187,093 a year7% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your…
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 9
Paralegal Specialist
$70,623 to $111,087 a year41% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position serves as a Paralegal Specialist, located in the U.S.
Federal Maritime Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 8
Deputy General Counsel
$151,661 to $228,000 a year23% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The FMC is the federal agency responsible for regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system for the benefit of U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 8
Senior Counsel
$153,114 to $259,402 a year34% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking General Attorneys (Senior Counsel) in the Litigation and Administrative Practice Group in Washington, DC.
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 8
Attorney Advisor
$121,785 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under…
Office of Personnel Management, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Lakewood, CO and 5 more places · Posted Oct 8
Trial Attorney
$74,678 to $197,200 a year12% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
As an attorney in OGC, you will provide legal advice and representation to OPM leaders on a wide variety of issues relating to both the internal work of OPM,…
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Philadelphia, PA · Posted Oct 8
Attorney - Rulemakings and Releases Legal Review
$168,396 to $292,300 a year49% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Trading and Markets (TM), Legal Review Office is seeking an Attorney-Adviser (Attorney - Rulemakings and Releases Legal Review).
Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Los Angeles, CA and 4 more places · Posted Oct 8
Market Abuse Unit Attorney
$128,419 to $283,417 a year33% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Division of Enforcement, Market Abuse Unit (MAU) is seeking a General Attorney(Market Abuse Unit Attorney).
Barnes
Posted Oct 7
International Trade Paralegal
$100,000 to $150,000 a year19% below the median listed hereSeen today
Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a paralegal to join our Washington, D.C. office.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Chicago, IL and 1 more place · Posted Oct 7
Trial Attorney
$135,346 to $272,407 a year32% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United…
Federal Transit Administration, Department of Transportation
Posted Oct 7
Attorney Advisor
$85,447 to $187,093 a year12% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is a staff attorney in the General Law division of the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Office of Chief Counsel.
U.S. International Trade Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 7
Attorney Advisor (Section 337)
$143,913 to $197,200 a year10% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Applicants must have the general and specialized experience outlined below which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to…
Pretrial Services Agency, Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for DC
Posted Oct 7
Supervisory Attorney-Advisor (General)
$169,279 to $197,200 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position, you must meet the education requirement, and specialized experience requirement below.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 7
Legal Administrative Specialist
$70,623 to $91,815 a year47% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform…
Federal Election Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 7
Paralegal Specialist
$85,447 to $111,087 a year36% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in the Administrative Division of the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and serves as a Paralegal Specialist in any of the subject…
U.S. Agency for International Development, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Posted Oct 6
Attorney Advisor
$85,447 to $187,093 a year12% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) provides oversight of USAID, the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the African Development Foundation (ADF),…
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 6
Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) - Open Continuous
$94,350 to $197,100 a year6% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
AUSAs in this position will brief and argue appeals in criminal cases. AUSAs may also consult with trial attorneys on discrete legal questions.
General Counsel, Department of Veterans Affairs
Posted Oct 6
Deputy Associate General Counsel for Benefits
$151,661 to $228,000 a year23% above the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
The position operates in a fast-paced executive legal environment providing legal, legislative, policy, and litigation support on matters affecting benefits,…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army
Posted Oct 6
Attorney-Adviser (General)
$169,279 to $197,200 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The position supports senior leaders on real estate acquisition, management, disposal, leasing, housing, energy, and other high-value or precedent-setting…
OpenAI
Remote · Posted Oct 5
Legal Contract Manager, Public Sector
$216,000 to $240,000 a year48% above the median listed hereSeen todayRemote
If you are passionate about helping bring cutting-edge AI technology to the public sector while navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes, you’ll…
Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch
Posted Oct 5
Attorney Advisor
$121,785 to $197,200 a yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
JCS supports the Judicial Conference of the United States and its committees and coordinates the advisory group process for the AO.
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice
Posted Oct 5
Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) OC - Fraud and Asset Recovery
$94,350 to $197,100 a year6% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Legal and compliance jobs by place in District of Columbia
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 10 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 6 |
| Birmingham, AL | 5 |
| San Francisco, CA | 5 |
| Bellevue, WA | 4 |
| Chicago, IL | 4 |
| Denver, CO | 3 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 3 |
| Davis Monthan AFB, AZ | 2 |
| Menlo Park, CA | 2 |
| Merrifield, VA | 2 |
| Golden, CO | 1 |
| Huntsville, AL | 1 |
| Lakewood, CO | 1 |
| Long Beach, CA | 1 |
Who is hiring legal and compliance in District of Columbia
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice | 13 | $148,500 |
| Databricks | 6 | $261,050 |
| U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch | 6 | $156,156 |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 5 | $189,831 |
| Securities and Exchange Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 5 | $206,258 |
| Central Intelligence Agency, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 4 | |
| Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations | 4 | |
| Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation | 4 |
Counts are open postings on each employer's own career page. Staffing firms and job boards are left out.
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How many legal and compliance jobs are open in District of Columbia?
127 on Oct 18, 2026, from 64 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in District of Columbia are most legal and compliance jobs?
Salt Lake City, UT (10); Los Angeles, CA (6); Birmingham, AL (5).
Do legal and compliance jobs in District of Columbia pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $154,439; across the US it is $149,808. Both come from postings that state pay, and a listed range is the employer's budget, not an offer.
Does District of Columbia require pay ranges in postings?
Yes, for many employers (in force 2024-06-30). Source: Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act, D.C. Law 25-138.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in District of Columbia pay?
129 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $154,439 and the middle half runs from $135,874 to $183,240. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. District of Columbia requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring legal and compliance in District of Columbia?
The employers with the most openings are Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice (13), Databricks (6), U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch (6). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 19 days, and 22 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
Each job links to the employer's own application page. Open the posting, read the requirements and apply there. If you want a score for how well your resume matches a job, create a free Second Summit account and we score it with the reasons.
Where does this list come from?
We read employers' own career pages and USAJOBS. We do not list jobs from job boards or search services, and we do not estimate pay.
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