Jobs in Alexandria

Job Title: Corporate Associate (M&A)

Location: Washington D.C.

Salary: $260,000 – $420,000

About the Firm:

A top‐tier law firm with a nationally recognized corporate and M&A practice, consistently ranked among the Top 20 in Vault's law firm rankings. The firm advises sophisticated public and private clients on hundreds of complex transactions globally, with over $115 billion in M&A and private equity deal volume in recent years. Its teams are recognized for excellence across corporate, private equity, and transactional work, maintaining a strong presence in major business centers worldwide while serving leading clients in technology, life sciences, and other key sectors.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Draft and negotiate definitive and ancillary M&A documents
• Manage deal processes and supervise junior associates
• Handle day‐to‐day workflow demands for multiple M&A matters
• Advise sophisticated clients on corporate transactions
• Collaborate with partners and cross‐practice teams on complex deals

What They're Looking For:

• 3–7 years of experience in M&A or corporate transactions
• Strong skills in drafting and negotiating core M&A documentation
• Ability to manage deals, diligence, and client relationships
• Experience supervising junior associates and handling workflow effectively
• High academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school

What's on Offer:

• Competitive base salary of $260,000 – $420,000
• Exposure to high-quality, sophisticated transactions
• Significant client interaction and professional responsibility
• Supportive and collaborative firm culture
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation/sick time, and parental support programs

If this role is of interest to you, or if you'd like to explore other corporate opportunities, feel free to reach out to: .uk

As a Marine Corps Judge Advocate, you'll serve as both an officer and an attorney. You'll advise commanders, represent Marines, and handle a diverse range of legal issues—including criminal prosecution and defense, international law, contracts, ethics, and more. No other legal career offers this kind of breadth, responsibility, or impact so soon after law school.

What You'll Do:

• Provide legal counsel to Marines and leadership
• Litigate criminal cases—both prosecution and defense
• Advise on international, operational, and military law
• Draft legal documents and represent the USMC in courts and hearings
• Work as part of a close-knit, mission-driven legal team

Who We're Looking For:

• Current law students (2L/3L) or recent JD graduates
• Bar admission (or plans to sit for the bar)
• Strong academic performance and commitment to service
• Adaptability, leadership potential, and sound judgment
• U.S. citizenship required

Why the Marine Corps?

• Early courtroom experience with meaningful case responsibility
• Fast-track leadership and professional growth
• Competitive salary and outstanding benefits
• Global assignments and lifelong camaraderie
• Unique opportunity to serve your country while advancing your legal career

How to Apply:

If you're interested in exploring the Marine Corps Judge Advocate path, click "Apply" to begin an initial eligibility review. You may also connect directly with a Marine Officer Selection Officer to discuss qualifications and next steps.

Company Description

Quantis Wealth Management is a planning-focused advisory firm based in McLean, Virginia, providing integrated wealth management, tax planning, and advanced financial guidance to high-net-worth individuals and families.

We believe exceptional advice goes beyond investments — it requires thoughtful coordination across tax, estate, and financial planning disciplines. Our team partners closely with clients through all stages of life, helping them make informed, confident decisions while preserving and transferring wealth across generations.

As our firm continues to grow and deepen our planning capabilities, we are expanding our estate planning resources to deliver a more coordinated and client-centered experience.

Role Description

Quantis Wealth Management is seeking a part-time or full-time Estate Planning Paralegal / Estate Planning Specialist to join our team in McLean, VA.

This is a client-facing role focused on helping families implement thoughtful estate planning strategies in coordination with their broader financial plans.

A key responsibility of this role will be supporting the rollout and ongoing management of our digital estate planning platform (e.g., or similar), ensuring a smooth and high-quality experience for clients and advisors alike.

The ideal candidate will serve as a bridge between our advisory team, clients, and external estate attorneys — helping translate planning concepts into clear action steps and ensuring follow-through on implementation.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the rollout and ongoing management of Quantis' digital estate planning platform (e.g., or similar tools)

· Guide clients through estate planning workflows, including information gathering, document preparation, and implementation steps

· Serve as a primary point of contact for estate planning coordination, ensuring a high-touch client experience

· Prepare and review estate planning summaries, beneficiary reviews, and planning documentation

· Coordinate with external estate attorneys and client professionals to support efficient document drafting and execution

· Assist advisors in preparing for estate planning discussions and advanced planning cases

· Conduct targeted legal and planning research to support complex client scenarios

· Maintain organized records of estate planning documents and workflows

· Support ongoing improvements to internal estate planning processes and best practices

Qualifications

· 3+ years of experience in estate planning, private client law, or related financial services

· Strong knowledge of estate planning fundamentals, including wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and estate administration concepts

· Experience preparing and reviewing legal or estate planning documents

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and professionally

· Proven ability to manage multiple client cases with strong organization and attention to detail

· Comfortable working directly with clients in a professional, advisory environment

· Experience coordinating with attorneys or multi-disciplinary teams preferred

· Familiarity with digital estate planning platforms (e.g., , Vanilla, or similar) is a plus

· Paralegal certification or relevant legal/financial degree preferred

Why This Role Is Unique

Unlike traditional law firm roles, this position sits within a collaborative wealth management environment where estate planning is integrated into a broader financial strategy. You'll work closely with advisors and clients to bring clarity and structure to meaningful, long-term planning decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys estate planning but wants a more relationship-driven, planning-focused environment with strong growth potential.

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Job Title: Transactional Legal Assistant

Location: Washington, DC 20037

Salary/Payrate: $90K - 100K and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: - 100% onsite for first 90 days. They will do a 90-day review and will be eligible for 2 works from home.

Hours: Full-time; 8:30-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday (1-hour lunch); Overtime may be required

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

JOB DESCRIPTION

AM Law 200 law firm is seeking an organized, critical-thinking person with strong attention to detail. This position supports the Washington, D.C. office through the performance of administrative duties for various practice groups, including federal regulatory and transactional matters. Position interfaces with clients and colleagues in a professional setting. This person will be required to uphold the image of the Firm by maintaining respect for confidentiality, discretion, and positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff.

This position requires a minimum of five years of experience as an administrative assistant, preferably in a legal environment. Assists through the performance of complex administrative, billing, calendar maintenance, and business intake duties. Must have strong organizational skills, and knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Shall be proficient in the use of word processing and other automated equipment, including Microsoft Office Suite and other software packages currently being used by the Firm. The specific requirements for this position include but are not limited to those outlined below.

Position Requires:

• Federal regulatory/transactional environment (real estate/affordable housing, corporate/finance, international, or government/regulatory), with comfort around complex programs and agency interaction.
• Trained in both regulatory and transactional work: understands deal flow (checklists, closings, signatures) and can also support filings, licenses, and compliance programs.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Primary duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys across multiple practice areas
• Assist with federal regulatory matters, including preparation and submission of filings to regulatory agencies (e.g., SEC, FDA, FTC, CFIUS, and other federal agencies)
• Prepare and organize documents for regulatory submissions, comment letters, and agency filings
• Calendar regulatory deadlines and maintain calendars for pertinent deadlines
• Support transactional work including due diligence document management, closing coordination, and preparation of transaction binders
• Coordinate due diligence requests and document production for transactional matters
• Assist with preparation of signature pages, closing documents, and post-closing deliverables
• Coordinate with clients, co-counsel, regulatory agencies, and other external parties
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, government officials, agency personnel, and other stakeholders
• Maintain daily calendars and manage attorney schedules, keeping them apprised of project deadlines, regulatory timelines, and transaction milestones
• Schedule and organize meetings, client calls, travel, and conferences for attorneys
• Manage multiple matter calendars and maintain organized files, including electronic files and databases
• Draft, edit, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda under attorney supervision
• Possess strong attention to detail, perform self-review and ask questions as needed in preparation of legal documents, letters and other written materials
• Analyze factual information under the supervision of the assigning attorney
• Manage hard copy and electronic files; document organization and maintenance, including uploading to and downloading from third-party sites and client portals
• Create new files and maintain existing files utilizing an automated records management system
• Maintain personal correspondence, reading files, billing letters, expense reports, and other client related documents in accordance with Firm standard filing procedures
• Open new client/matter files per Firm procedures
• Provide matter management support as needed across various practice areas
• Enter timesheets into Aderant database for attorneys
• Prepare monthly client billing according to Firm guidelines (including review for edits/corrections)
• Prepare reimbursement and expense requests, tracking reimbursements for receipt of payment
• Overtime and flexibility will be required on occasion
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned with regard to this position

Required Skills:

• Strong office organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills, as well as tact and diplomacy sufficient to gain the respect of attorneys and employees
• Professional demeanor and customer service orientated
• Maintains positive, productive working relationships with attorneys, colleagues and clients
• Proficiency in navigating through entire Microsoft Office Suite/Nuance/Outlook
• Must demonstrate good problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and staff to ensure superior quality in work product

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• At least five (5) years' experience in above skill areas
• Experience supporting federal regulatory practice and/or transactional matters strongly preferred
• Experience with federal agency portals and case management systems (e.g., CFIUS) considered a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe software programs

Traditional Labor Associate - Multiple Offices (Hybrid)

Our client is a top AmLaw 200 firm seeking an attorney with 3-8 years of traditional labor law experience to join their practice group. This hybrid position can be worked from any of the firm's offices in the United States across more than 50 locations nationwide. The role focuses on collective bargaining, unfair labor practice litigation, union campaigns and representation, and labor arbitrations. The estimated salary range for this position is $170,000 - $330,000 (annually) and may vary depending on experience and other factors.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be licensed to practice law in state of residence
• 3-8 years of traditional labor law experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Significant experience with collective bargaining
• Experience with unfair labor practice litigation
• Experience with union campaigns and representation
• Experience with labor arbitrations
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at working/work at home options are available for this role.

Our client is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join their growing Trusts & Estates team. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys working closely with individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning, tax matters, and the administration of trusts and estates.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments
• Support attorneys with complex tax‐driven planning strategies
• Assist with estate and trust administration, including probate filings, accountings, and correspondence with fiduciaries and beneficiaries
• Conduct legal research related to estates, trusts, gift and estate tax issues, and relevant state/federal laws
• Prepare documents for court filings and administrative agencies
• Communicate with clients, accountants, financial advisors, and other stakeholders
• Review and analyze existing estate plans and recommend updates or restructuring
• Participate in client meetings and help manage client relationships
• Maintain accurate, organized files and meet applicable deadlines

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active member of the DC Bar in good standing
• 1–4 years of experience in trusts & estates, estate planning, or estate administration (strong interest in T&E also considered)
• Excellent drafting skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast‐paced practice
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with clients

Legal Assistant / Regulatory Practice Assistant Opportunity – DC

A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Practice Assistant to support attorneys handling sophisticated regulatory and transactional matters.

This role will involve supporting attorneys across multiple practice areas, assisting with regulatory filings, coordinating transactional closings, preparing and editing legal documents, managing matter calendars, and maintaining organized electronic files. The position also includes coordinating with clients, regulatory agencies, and outside parties while ensuring deadlines and filings are handled efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 5+ years of law firm experience supporting attorneys
• Experience with regulatory or transactional matters strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe

Note: This position is 4 days in office and 1 remote after training period.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected firm with a collaborative culture and work on complex and interesting matters.

If you are an experienced legal professional looking for your next opportunity, please reach out to Dorina Dupuis with Paramount Legal to learn more.

A highly regarded law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate with 5–8 years of experience to join its growing Private Client practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning and wealth transfer matters.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience advising clients on complex tax planning strategies, trust and estate administration, and business succession planning while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys and advisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients on sophisticated estate and wealth transfer planning strategies
• Draft and implement estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and related planning vehicles
• Handle trust and estate administration, including probate matters and post-death planning
• Assist clients with gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax planning
• Support business succession planning for closely held businesses and family enterprises
• Work closely with clients, accountants, financial advisors, and other professional advisors

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Trusts & Estates / Private Client practice
• Significant experience with estate planning for high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals
• Strong background in tax planning, trust and estate administration, and wealth transfer strategies
• Experience with exempt organizations (beyond charitable giving) is a plus
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred
• DC Bar admission required (or must obtain upon hire)
• Maryland and/or Virginia Bar admission preferred or willingness to obtain

Patent Attorney – Intellectual Property (DC)

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role also offers flexibility for remote work.

The firm is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

This position provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters within a collaborative team environment while advising innovative clients across a variety of industries.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Manage domestic and international patent prosecution matters
• Support patent prosecution activities before foreign patent offices
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on patent protection and portfolio development
• Collaborate with attorneys and technical specialists across the intellectual property practice
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality legal services

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of patent prosecution experience
• Demonstrated experience drafting patent applications and prosecuting patents before the USPTO
• Experience coordinating with foreign counsel on international patent matters
• USPTO admission required
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field
• At least 3–5 years of law firm experience
• Strong academic credentials, analytical skills, and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical degree
• Experience working with medical device technologies

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 – $210,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, the role may also be eligible for performance-based or discretionary compensation, depending on a variety of factors including performance, experience, and location.

What the Firm Offers

• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters
• Flexibility for remote work
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Consilio's Direct Hire Division is seeking Litigation Legal Assistants in Washington, DC for several AmLaw Firms (Hybrid | Up to $100K DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and format litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence.
• Create and update Tables of Authorities (TOA) and Tables of Contents (TOC) using advanced Word features.
• Assist with e‐filing in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with local rules and deadlines.
• Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and physical, in accordance with firm protocols.
• Support deposition, hearing, and trial preparation, including binder creation, exhibit management, and logistics coordination.
• Manage complex attorney calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate conference calls, and ensure deadlines and court dates are tracked accurately.
• Arrange domestic and occasional international travel, including flights, hotels, transportation, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare and reconcile attorney expense reports and assist with time entry and billing review.
• Screen and route communications, manage attorney inboxes, and ensure timely follow‐up on action items.
• Maintain and update attorney contacts, mailing lists, and CRM entries.
• Assist with matter openings, conflicts checks, and client‐matter intake procedures.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, including conference room reservations, catering, technology needs, and document preparation.
• Proofread and redline documents for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and consistency.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations within the litigation team.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of litigation legal assistant or litigation administrative experience in a law firm environment
• AmLaw experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including Styles, TOA/TOC creation, and complex formatting.
• Experience with federal and state court e‐filing systems (CM/ECF, local portals).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‐paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Experience with document management systems, time entry, billing, and CRM tools preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

ELS Consilio Direct Hire Division staffs' positions for Consilio clients and does not staff for internal corporate positions Consilio.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.