Top 40 Nonprofit counsel Jobs in Washington Dc

Entry-Level Counsel
American Oversight —Washington, DC
- $99,000 - $111,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- In-person
- 1 year
- Negotiation
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
General Counsel
Radio Free Asia —Washington, DC
- $195,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Travel
- US work authorization
Counsel/Senior Counsel
American Oversight —Washington, DC
- $118,000 - $170,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
Assistant General Counsel
NAACP —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- 2 years
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Associate Chief Counsel
PCAOB —Washington, DC
- $222,400 - $304,380 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Office
- Accounting
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship, Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief
ACLU —Washington, DC
- $96,069 - $219,104 a year
- Management
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate General Counsel
NAACP —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- 8 years
- Training & development
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Associate General Counsel, Advocacy and Political Law
Planned Parenthood Federation of America —Washington, DC
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Management
- Travel
General Counsel
Omidyar Network —Washington, DC
- $375,400 - $469,200 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Counsel, Nonprofit Tax & Governance Practice
National Public Radio —Washington, DC
- $150,000 - $165,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- 5 years
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Assistant General Counsel, Nonprofit Tax & Governance Practice
NPR —Washington, DC
- $150,000 - $165,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Management
- 5 years
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Associate General Counsel, Advocacy and Political Law
Planned Parenthood PPFA —Washington, DC
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- 7 years
- Management
- Travel
Assistant General Counsel
Universal Service Administrative Company —Washington, DC
- $115,000 - $145,000 a year
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Legal Fellowship 2027 - 2028
Democracy Forward —Washington, DC
- $80,000 a year
- Email
- Writing skills
- Office
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate General Counsel, Corp. Governance
NAACP —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
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Associate General Counsel
District of Columbia Bar —Washington, DC
- $185,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Litigation
Kaplan Kirsch LLP —Washington, DC
- $172,000 - $186,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Deputy General Counsel
Low Income Investment Fund —Washington, DC
- $205,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
Quick Apply
Sr. Director & Associate General Counsel, Employment Law & Ethics
National Geographic Society —Washington, DC
- $209,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- 11+ years
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
JUNIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Transportation and Infrastructure Law
Kaplan Kirsch LLP —Washington, DC
- $159,000 - $179,550 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance

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Entry-Level Counsel

American Oversight
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$99,000 - $111,000 a year

Benefits

Internet reimbursement
403(b) matching
Commuter assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Content writing
Doctor of Law (JD)
Bar

Full Job Description

WHO WE ARE

American Oversight (AO) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog that advances truth, accountability, and democracy by enforcing the public’s right to government records. We use multiple tools, backed by aggressive litigation, to fight attacks on democratic institutions, threats to civil rights and liberties, abuses of power, and the erosion of government transparency. We expose and disrupt these attacks — and the officials and networks behind them — by forcing the government to turn over records officials would rather keep secret.

Since our founding in 2017, American Oversight has worked on issues that touch nearly every aspect of American life. Our team has:

Secured a court order to preserve records in the 2025 “Signalgate” scandal, and spurred a related investigation by the Department of Defense inspector general that found Secretary Pete Hegseth had put troops’ lives in danger and violated federal record keeping laws
Forced DOGE to implement a records preservation policy to ensure long-term accountability for its chaotic actions
Revealed the Trump-sanctioned pressure campaign on the Ukrainian government by forcing the Trump administration to turn over records initially withheld from Congress
Unmasked sham “audits” of the 2020 election in Wisconsin and Arizona, which used taxpayer money to undermine state elections
Exposed the Trump administration’s unprecedented use of personal data to target immigrant communities and remove people from state voter rolls

We are committed to fighting threats to democracy at the federal, state, and local levels, using time-tested and innovative tools to expose misconduct, defend against attacks on marginalized communities, and demand accountability.

For more information, please visit our website: www.americanoversight.org

JOB OVERVIEW

American Oversight seeks an entry-level Counsel to join our team to lead and support high-impact litigation advancing government accountability and transparency. This role focuses on high-impact, records-based and other transparency-driven litigation and legal strategies to expose corruption, challenge abuses of power, and hold those who threaten democratic institutions to account.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)

Litigate high-impact transparency and government accountability cases in federal and state courts, including matters under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), state open records acts, state and federal open meetings laws, open courts doctrines, and other relevant authorities.
Serve as lead or supporting counsel across a diverse docket of federal and state cases, shaping litigation strategy and managing day-to-day case execution.
Draft pleadings at the trial and appellate levels, including complaints, motions, briefs, and amicus filings.
Conduct discovery where permitted, including written discovery, depositions, and evidentiary hearings.
Present oral arguments in federal and state courts, including appellate courts.
Oversee and partner with local counsel nationwide on state-based litigation.
Develop and maintain expertise in FOIA and state open records laws.
Partner with American Oversight’s investigations team to design records-driven strategies and shape public records requests to maximize strong legal leverage and evidentiary value.
Negotiate with federal, state, and local agencies to advance pending records requests and drive timely compliance through follow-up and escalation.
Draft non-judicial advocacy materials including demand letters, administrative complaints, and other tools for demanding accountability.
Collaborate with American Oversight’s communications and investigations teams to translate legal findings into clear, compelling public-facing materials, including reports, blog posts, and other advocacy content.
Represent American Oversight in meetings with partners, coalitions, and external stakeholders, consistent with 501(c)(3) requirements.
Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

J.D. and admission to practice in at least one state (D.C. eligibility required).
1-3 years of litigation experience (civil or criminal), including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Excellent legal analytical, research, and writing skills.
Demonstrated interest in government accountability and public interest advocacy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, operate with increasing independence, and exercise sound judgment.
Experience working in and/or desire to contribute to workplaces with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with pro-democracy issues, including but not limited to voting rights, election administration, civil rights and civil liberties, or threats like abuse of power, corruption, or undue influence.
Experience with the federal FOIA, state open records laws, or government ethics laws

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $99,000 - $111,000 based on post-J.D. experience, qualifications, and internal leveling.

BENEFITS

Remote-first work environment
Generous employer contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
Generous paid time off
Paid office closure from Christmas Eve to New Years’ Day
403(b) with up to 4% employer match
Flexible scheduling practices that support collaboration during core business hours
Summer Fridays
Up to $100/month reimbursement for internet services and personal device usage
Professional development stipend
Generous home office allowance
Commuter benefits

LOCATION

This position is based in the United States, with a preference for candidates in the Washington, D.C. area (remote will be considered). Must be available to work East Coast business hours, with evening and weekend work as needed.

TIMELINE

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by Thursday, July 9 to ensure priority consideration of your application. Following July 9, we will continue to review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

OUR COMMITMENT TO AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At American Oversight, we value and strive to hire, develop, and grow a diverse and inclusive team. We are an equal opportunity employer, and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage individuals to apply for opportunities at American Oversight even if they do not have any of the desired qualifications.

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