Litigation Associate - White Collar & Investigations

Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join its Washington, D.C. office, with a primary focus on white collar defense, internal investigations, and government enforcement matters . The attorney will also have opportunities to support complex commercial litigation matters as needed.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling internal investigations, responding to government subpoenas and inquiries, advising clients on regulatory compliance, and/or representing individuals or organizations in criminal or civil enforcement proceedings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal investigations involving corporate, regulatory, and potential criminal matters.
• Represent clients in white collar defense and government enforcement proceedings.
• Respond to government subpoenas, investigative demands, and regulatory inquiries.
• Advise clients regarding regulatory compliance and enforcement risks.
• Assist with complex commercial litigation matters as needed.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, investigative reports, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, interviews, and other legal proceedings.
• Work directly with senior attorneys, executives, board members, and corporate clients.
• Manage multiple matters while maintaining strong attention to detail and client-service standards.

Ideal Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience , preferably with a focus on white collar defense, investigations, or government enforcement.
• Substantial experience conducting internal investigations .
• Experience responding to government subpoenas, inquiries, or investigative demands .
• Experience advising clients on regulatory compliance and enforcement matters .
• Experience defending clients in criminal or civil enforcement proceedings is highly valued.
• Government enforcement experience preferred, but not required.
• Active D.C. Bar admission required.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a sophisticated, fast-paced legal environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence and exceptional client service.

Practice Environment

The White Collar & Investigations practice represents senior executives, board members, and companies , including publicly traded corporations, private equity firms, and portfolio companies.

Matters span a variety of industries, including:

• Technology
• Healthcare
• Financial Services
• Energy
• Hospitality

This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes matters alongside an established and dynamic legal team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $230,000 – $400,000
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated white collar, investigations, enforcement, and complex litigation matters