Senate

Staff Attorney

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Role family: Legal
Seniority: Lead / management
Stated salary: $102,415 per year
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 5 Oct 2026

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Summary

The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The SOLC is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical office of the Senate, comprised of approximately 45 attorneys who serve all Members, committees, and staff of the Senate. An SOLC Staff Attorney works as part of a team of 7 to 8 other attorneys who specialize in various areas of Federal law, with assistance and mentoring provided by a more senior attorney.

Duties

The position of Staff Attorney is full-time, with substantial evening and weekend overtime occasionally required to serve the needs of the Senate. The responsibilities of an SOLC Staff Attorney include the following: Drafting and editing bills, resolutions, conference reports, and amendments for committees, Members, and staff of the Senate. Analyzing proposed legislation for legal sufficiency and constitutionality. Researching the law and its development in relation to a proposal being analyzed or drafted. Working closely with SOLC attorneys and Senate staff to analyze proposed policy and its implications, in order to produce professional quality legislation.

Qualifications

Hiring Criteria - A Staff Attorney applicant must satisfy the following minimum requirements: A record of academic excellence, evidenced by ranking in the top one-half of the applicant's law school class. Enrollment in, or graduation from, an ABA-accredited law school. An ability to write clearly and concisely. No substantial participation with any political party or cause. A commitment to public service.

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