The Assistant Disciplinary Counsel (ADC) investigates and prosecutes allegations of attorney misconduct and reinstatement petitions from initial investigation through hearings and appeals. The ADC reports to the Sr. Assistant Disciplinary Counsel-Intake. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES · Investigates allegations of attorney misconduct by interviewing witnesses, issuing subpoenas, reviewing documents and court filings, conducting legal research and analysis. · Drafts letters and memorandum of the factual findings and recommendations for appropriate disposition. · Represents the ODC in formal, administrative proceedings before hearing committees, including, developing case presentation strategy, drafting pleadings, presenting documentary evidence at administrative hearings, examining witnesses and, where appropriate, negotiating with respondent attorneys to resolve the matter. · Prepares post-hearing and appellate briefs and delivers oral arguments before the Board on Professional Responsibility and the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. · Prepares and presents ethics and attorney discipline-related programs for continuing legal education. · Participates in legal staff meeting discussions and moot courts. · Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS · Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (i.e., at least two weeks after the last dose), have received at least one COVID-19 booster shot, and, if hired, present proof of vaccination by the start date. · J.D. degree from an accredited law program. · Member in good standing of the DC Bar or eligible to waive into the DC Bar. · Successful trial advocacy and courtroom skills · Ability to identify factual and legal issues; collect, interpret, and analyze large volumes of data; and establish facts, draw valid conclusions, or develop alternative solutions. · Strong research and analytical skills. · Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. · Work well in a team environment and interact professionally with staff, witnesses, opposing counsel, hearing committee and Board members, the courts, and the public. · Successfully work in a fast-paced environment and consistently manage competing priorities to meet deadlines. · Must work well under pressure, possess excellent time-management and organization abilities, successfully manage daily tasks, and work with minimal supervision. · Must be adaptable, creative, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-motivated. · Proficient in Microsoft 365 and online legal research. · Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information. · Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS · Three years of litigation experience. This position is currently a hybrid position, with days worked in the office and days worked remotely. The hybrid status of this position may change at any time subject to the Bar’s discretion. This is not an attempt to list all essential functions of this position. Job duties may change over time based on organizational/department needs. The D.C. Bar is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. The Bar is committed to providing qualified individuals with reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs, pursuant to applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at HR@dcbar.org. As part of the accommodation process, we will conduct an individualized interactive process and may ask you for additional information. Additionally, any final hiring decisions or start dates may be delayed while the accommodation review process is ongoing if the individual is unable to begin work without the requested accommodation.