Legal Research

Securities and Exchange Commission

Washington, DC · $161,608 – $292,300

This SEC role advises on legal and regulatory issues affecting the EDGAR system, including drafting rules, supporting rulemaking efforts across divisions, and managing communications with external stakeholders. It suits an attorney with regulatory experience who can work collaboratively across government agencies and external parties to implement technical and policy changes.

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Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice

Washington, DC · $121,785 – $197,200

A legal position in the Department of Justice's Office of Legal Policy supporting the Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General on policy development, legislation, and regulatory oversight. This role suits experienced attorneys comfortable with diverse legal topics and government collaboration.

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Environmental Protection Agency

Full-time · Chicago, IL · $83,482 – $154,682

The federal government is hiring attorneys to provide legal advice, conduct litigation, and draft regulatory materials for a regional office, with opportunities to advance through career ladders as you gain experience. This role suits lawyers seeking stable employment, clear paths to seniority, and exposure to administrative, civil, and regulatory law on behalf of a government agency.

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Treasury, Departmental Offices

Washington, DC · $121,785 – $187,093

This Federal policy role analyzes insurance sector developments and legislative impacts for the Treasury Department's Federal Insurance Office. The position suits experienced analysts who can research complex financial and regulatory issues and communicate findings clearly to policymakers.

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Internal Revenue Service

Washington, DC · $74,678 – $133,142

This IRS role develops and maintains tax forms, publications, and guidance by researching tax law and resolving complex technical issues affecting taxpayer compliance. It suits experienced tax professionals, attorneys, or accountants who can translate intricate regulations into clear materials for the public.

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Bureau of Naval Personnel

Charleston, SC · $74,678 – $97,087

This federal paralegal role supports military justice administration at a naval brig, involving legal research, case analysis, document drafting, and coordination of hearings and administrative matters. It suits someone with legal background and experience in government or criminal justice systems who can navigate complex regulations and work with military personnel and inmates.

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U.S. Postal Service

Houston, TX · $130,000 – $198,140

The U.S. Postal Service seeks an attorney to prosecute federal crimes on behalf of the agency, handling mail theft, fraud, and narcotics cases through all phases of litigation from discovery to appeals. The role suits experienced trial lawyers comfortable with criminal prosecution and collaboration with federal law enforcement.

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Office of the Inspector General, USPS

Contract · Newark, NJ · $125,431 – $192,694

A federal prosecution role based in New Jersey where you would handle criminal cases involving postal crimes, fraud, and corruption on behalf of the United States Attorney's Office. This suits experienced prosecutors or defense litigators with strong legal skills who want to work for the federal government and focus on cases affecting the postal system.

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District of Columbia Courts

Full-time · District of Columbia, District of Columbia · $117,962 – $153,354

This role advises judicial leadership and staff on probate law and court operations within the District of Columbia Courts, while supervising a team and developing policies, procedures, and training materials. It suits an attorney with probate or court experience who is comfortable balancing legal analysis with personnel management and operational problem-solving.

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Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Full-time · Billings, MT · $76,748 – $200,743

The U.S. Attorney's Office for Montana's Criminal Division seeks experienced prosecutors to handle federal cases in two locations: drug trafficking and alien-related crimes in Billings, or violent crime and Indian Country fraud in Helena/Great Falls. This role suits criminal lawyers ready to manage complex prosecutions with substantial courtroom responsibility from investigation through appeals.

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