121 legal and compliance jobs are open in Washington, DC, on employers' own career pages, from 61 employers. 128 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. A typical posting has been open 21 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 (86%), Greenhouse (9%), Workday (2%), Ashby (2%).
Open legal and compliance jobs
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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.
AbbVie
Posted Oct 15
Senior Counsel, U.S. Policy Legal
Seen todayNew this week
Policy Legal, will be responsible for executing comprehensive legal strategies to build and implement federal and state policy initiatives to support access…
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.
Medtronic
Posted Oct 15
Principal Legal Counsel, Global Trade Legal & Compliance (Import)
Seen todayNew this week
This position could reside in either Minneapolis, MN; Washington, D.C.; or near a Medtronic site in the U.S.
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).
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.
Who is hiring legal and compliance in Washington, DC
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice | 12 | $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 Washington, DC?
121 on Oct 18, 2026, from 61 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
How much do legal and compliance jobs in Washington, DC pay?
128 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 Washington, DC?
The employers with the most openings are Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice (12), 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 21 days, and 24 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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