Junior to Mid-Level Telecom Associate

Job Overview:
A law firm specializing in communications and energy law is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a top-ranked telecommunications practice, handling regulatory, transactional, policy, and enforcement matters related to communications law. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and an interest in telecom, media, and technology law.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Duties:

• Represent clients before federal agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Department of Commerce, and other relevant bodies.
• Participate in policymaking, compliance matters, transactions, enforcement issues, and appellate litigation.
• Draft legal documents, including regulatory filings, petitions, and correspondence.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on telecom, media, and technology issues.
• Assist with litigation and regulatory matters at the state and federal levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients on complex telecom issues.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in telecommunications or related fields.
• Interest in telecom/media/technology law.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience or interest in working on policy and regulatory issues.
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
• Flexibility and creativity in approaching legal challenges.
• Candidates must be licensed to practice in Washington, DC or planning to obtain admission in 2025.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Bar membership in Washington, DC required (or plans to apply in 2025).

Skills:

• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Demonstrated interest in telecom, media, and technology law.
• Ability to handle complex regulatory matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on client service.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus based on performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accidental death or dismemberment insurance.
• Travel insurance and employee assistance plan.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing once eligible.
• Parental leave.
• Vacation/personal leave.
• Wireless phone service allowance and coverage of bar association dues.
• Pre-tax contributions for transportation, parking, dependent care, and health savings account (HSA) options.

This Washington firm is doing high-level telecommunications, Internet, and other technology work for some heavy-hitting clientele. The firm is a respected player in it particular arena, but it approaches every client utilizing the personal style and hands-on attitude inherent in a small firm. Associates are quite happy there, too, feeling somewhat as if they are members of a secret club, and they'd be happy to have it stay that way. And what does the 'club' have to offer? An unusually collegial atmosphere with the infrastructure and support of a big firm. Although these lawyers could take their specialized experience elsewhere for a higher paycheck, the lifestyle and practice keeps them here.