Policy Counsel

Requirements:

• Law degree with Bar admission.
• Minimum of three-five years of relevant experience, with Capitol Hill experience preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, including the ability to produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment and exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Familiarity with federal and state legislative and regulatory processes.
• A commitment to civil justice, and a clear understanding of AAJ’s issues and the ability to advocate for them to others.

Salary Range: $82,000-$100,000

Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ:

• Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees)
• Comprehensive health insurance which includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer match
• Generous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New Years
• Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Company social events
• Office conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DC

AAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please!