Legislative Assistant

Legislative Specialist for D.C. Law Firm. A leading national law firm is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legislative Specialist to support its Washington DC office to provide support to its Federal Government Relations practice. This practice develops and implements comprehensive federal public policy agendas for a prestigious roster of clients, including local governments, non-profit organizations, and Fortune 500 corporations. This position operates on a hybrid schedule , requiring four days of in-office presence and one day of remote work per week. The firm’s office is conveniently located near the Metro , and we offer a comprehensive benefits package alongside a collaborative professional culture. Hill experience required for this position. Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 4 days in-office / 1 day remote) Hours: 35 hours per week Compensation: $55,000 – $70,000 (Commensurate with experience) ***LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY** Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough legislative and agency research utilizing online resources. Attend Congressional hearings and meetings to secure written testimony and official records. Legislative Tracking: Monitor legislative developments within committees and on the House and Senate floors. Keep Government Policy Advisors apprised of the Congressional floor calendar, committee work, and related activities. Client Deliverables: Draft professional background reports, memoranda, and presentation slide decks to assist the policy team with client deliverables. Process Innovation: Actively seek opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, including the strategic utilization of AI tools and new technical processes. Qualifications and Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience. Prior experience within a law firm, government agency, or professional services environment is preferred. Hill experience in required. Knowledge: A thorough understanding of the federal legislative process, Congressional organization, and parliamentary procedures. Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a flawless command of grammar and professional composition. Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Professional Attributes: Superior organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and the ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion while managing competing deadlines. Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 4 days in-office / 1 day remote) Hours: 35 hours per week Compensation: $55,000 – $70,000 (Commensurate with experience) How To Apply: Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. About Us: Palmer is an award-winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area. Palmer Google Reviews = 4.7 stars, visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a “number”! Visit and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages