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Post-Clerkship Associate — Litigation, Washington, D.C.

An Am Law 20 firm

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An international law firm is seeking a post-clerkship associate to join its Washington, D.C. litigation team. The role is suited to a candidate coming directly from a federal or state judicial clerkship who is ready to transition into a fast-paced litigation practice handling complex matters.

The position offers immediate exposure to substantive litigation work, research and drafting for motions and briefs, and collaboration with senior litigators. The team handles high-profile, sophisticated disputes across a range of industries.

  • Recent or current federal or state judicial clerkship (completed within the last 1–2 years preferred)
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; strong academic record
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Bar admission in D.C. or eligibility to be admitted; ability to sit for the bar if required

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