ZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services.

Location: Washington D.C.
Work Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid preferred; remote eligible 
Starting Salary Range: $132,368 - $167,538.16 a year with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and education, in addition to budget availability.

Clearance: Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Core Working Hours: 1000-1500 EST

The USAID Office of the General Counsel (OGC) serves as the Agency’s Chief Legal Office, providing advice on legislative, administrative, and program matters. OGC represents USAID in legal matters, including administrative and litigation matters.

Scope of Work

The Litigation Attorney-Mid supports the OGC in providing legal advice to the Agency in administrative and litigation matters. This role involves analyzing complex legal issues, assisting with litigation preparation, and drafting pleadings, motions and briefs for federal courts, administrative tribunals, and other adjudicative bodies in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Agency policies.

• Provides support and assistance to attorneys representing USAID in federal and administrative litigation arising under the Contract Disputes Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, the False Claims Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Federal Tort Claims Act, among others.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Review case materials, investigate facts, and gather relevant documents.
• Provide legal counsel on litigation preparation, risk assessment, and potential courses of action.
• Coordinate with paralegals and other attorneys to prepare case documents and research.
• Verify legal citations and references, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedural requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including interagency partners.
• Perform other legal duties as assigned to support litigation and Agency objectives.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admitted to a state bar in good standing; possesses four (4) to eight (8) years of relevant post-bar legal experience.

Skill sets needed:

• Legal Research & Analysis
• Legal Writing
• Litigation Strategy
• Oral Communication
• Organization & Multitasking
• Teamwork & Collaboration

• Proficiency in Google Applications and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with senior officials and stakeholders.
• Eligible for a public trust clearance.

ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.