The Legal Assistant/Case Manager is responsible for conducting preliminary reviews of ethical complaints against attorneys licensed to practice in the District of Columbia. The Legal Assistant/Case Manager reports to the Sr. Assistant Disciplinary Counsel-Intake.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•Conducts preliminary investigations of ethical complaints, including a thorough review of supporting documentation to determine the appropriate case disposition.

•Gathers and reviews relevant documents from financial institutions, courts, and other jurisdictions.

•Prepares subpoenas duces tecum for financial and other documents.

•Drafts decision letters.

•Drafts memoranda recommending docketing cases for further investigation.

•Conducts internet and legal research using online platforms.

•Communicates with complainants by telephone and email.

•Makes timely recommendations on complaint resolutions.

•Participates in legal staff meeting discussions and moot courts.

•Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, have received at least one COVID-19 booster shot, and, if hired, present proof of vaccination by the start date.

•Completion of a four-year degree and either a J.D. degree from an accredited law program or a paralegal certificate. 

•Significant prior paralegal or law clerk work experience.

•Legal intake experience or knowledge of the DC Rules of Professional Conduct.

•Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze large volumes of data.

•Strong research and analytical skills.

•Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

•Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

•Work well in a team environment and interact professionally with staff, the courts, and the public.

•Successfully work in a fast-paced environment and consistently manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.

•Must work well under pressure, possess excellent time-management and organization abilities, and successfully manage a heavy caseload.

•Ability to organize and review a variety of documents and materials under tight deadlines.

•Must be adaptable, creative, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-motivated.

•Proficient in Microsoft 365 and online legal research.

•Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information.

****Please submit resume, cover letter and two (2) writing samples.****

This position is currently a hybrid position, with days worked in the office and days worked remotely. The hybrid status of this position may change at any time subject to the Bar’s discretion.

This is not an attempt to list all essential functions of this position. Job duties may change over time based on organizational/department needs. 

The D.C. Bar is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

The Bar is committed to providing qualified individuals with reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs, pursuant to applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at HR@ dcbar.org.

As part of the accommodation process, we will conduct an individualized interactive process and may ask you for additional information. Additionally, any final hiring decisions or start dates may be delayed while the accommodation review process is ongoing if the individual is unable to begin work without the requested accommodation.