[Hiring] Associate Attorney @Patterson Real Bird & Rasmussen LLP

Role Description

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with a foundation in tribal and federal Indian law to join our team in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience, with a demonstrated ability to:

• Provide legal support
• Craft advocacy before Congress and federal agencies
• Assist in tribal, federal, and state litigation
• Contribute to drafting key legal documents, including testimony, briefing papers, and strategic legal opinions

This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Status as an active member in good standing of D.C. bar or other state jurisdiction
• Experience working with Indian tribes or tribal entities on a wide array of legal issues such as government affairs, housing, education, finance, gaming, litigation, energy, natural resources, and taxation
• Familiarity with tribal and federal Indian law
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing abilities
• Ability to work well independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to attend client meetings and court or administrative hearings at locations throughout the United States
• Proven skills in effectively communicating with Tribal clients, and federal, state, or tribal agency representatives

Requirements

• Provide counsel and legal services to new and existing clients as well as represent clients in a professional and expedient manner
• Advocate on behalf of clients before Members of Congress and federal agencies
• Develop strategies for resolving client issues in Congress and with agencies
• Ability to track and research Congressional legislation and development of federal regulations
• Draft and prepare testimony, briefing papers, and talking points for clients
• Draft agreements and analyze legal documents
• Comply with all court, state bar, and office policies and procedures
• Participate in business development functions (conferences, seminars, etc.) as requested to maintain and build client relationships and expand business opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Participation in the firm 401(K) retirement plan
• Benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance programs

Application Materials Required

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Writing Examples

Contact Information

Send your resume and cover letter, writing sample, professional references, and law school transcripts (if graduated less than 5 years ago) to:

Posting Contact Name: Stephanie Kroner, Firm Administrator

Posting Contact Email: [email protected]

Work Location

DC or surrounding area

Posting Dates

Posting Date: August 24, 2026

Un-posting Date: Ongoing

Flexible work from home options available.