Top 102 Oversight investigation counsel Jobs in Washington Dc

Entry-Level Counsel
American Oversight —Washington, DC
- $99,000 - $111,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 1 year
- Negotiation
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
Compliance Review Attorney
Raventek Solution Partners LLC —Washington, DC
- $100,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
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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
Counsel or Professional Staff Member
United States Senate —Washington, DC
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Under 1 year
Government General Counsel
LexisNexis Risk Solutions —McLean, VA
- $207,200 - $384,700 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Senior level
- Communication skills
Counsel
United States Senate —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
Counsel
US Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts —Washington, DC
- $121,785 - $197,200 a year
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
Assistant General Counsel - Government Programs
Sanofi —Washington, DC
- $206,250.00 - $297,916.66 a year
- 8 years
- Travel
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Regulatory Counsel
Uber —Washington, DC
- $208,000 - $231,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- 401(k)
Attorney Advisor
US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration —Washington, DC
- $85,447 - $197,200 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Corporate Counsel, Business Conduct & Ethics Investigations
Amazon.com Services LLC —Arlington, VA
- $153,900 - $208,200 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Attorney Advisor(s), GS-0905-13-15
U.S. Department of Justice —Washington, DC
- $121,785 - $197,200 a year
- Email
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- 3 years
Legal Counsel, Risk Litigations and Patient Rights
Children's National Hospital —Washington, DC
- $131,060.80 - $218,441.60 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Project management
- Children
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Attorney-Advisor (Power and Data Centers) Public Notice Flyer
US Office of the Secretary —Washington, DC
- $121,785 - $187,093 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Attorney Advisor (Privacy)
Health Benefit Exchange Author —Washington, DC
- $151,503 - $193,382 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Criminal background check
- Training & development
Legal Counsel, Health Plan, Clinical Contracts and Governance
Children's National Hospital —Washington, DC
- $131,060.80 - $218,441.60 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
- Children
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Associate Legal Counsel
Thurgood Marshall College Fund —Washington, DC
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Travel
- 2 years
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Attorney Advisor (Compliance Staff)
U.S. Department of Justice —Washington, DC
- $102,415 - $197,200 a year
- Office
- Fingerprint clearance
- Training & development
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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
Government General Counsel
RELX —McLean, VA
- $207,200 - $384,700 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Senior level
- Communication skills

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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

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will continue to do so 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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