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Goodwin

Conflicts Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

The attorneys and Ethics Advisory Committee rely upon the Conflicts Attorney's information in making decisions about whether or not to accept new legal hires, clients and matters. What You Will Do:

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Tysons, VA · On-site

This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Tysons, VA · On-site

This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The ...

Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Attorney

Rockville, MD · On-site +1

$121K - $187K/yr

... or * ethics and information law. Reviews technical and other documents to determine legal ... When serving as lead attorney, provides leadership and guidance to assigned back-up attorneys. In ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The ...

Venable LLP

Conflicts Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for ethics attorney in Washington is $198,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $151,800.00 and $193,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Ethics Attorney provides legal guidance on ethical standards, professional responsibility, and compliance with laws and regulations. They assist businesses, government agencies, and professionals in navigating ethical dilemmas, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring adherence to legal and professional codes of conduct. Ethics Attorneys may also represent clients in disciplinary proceedings or investigations related to ethical violations. Their work is crucial in maintaining integrity and legal compliance in various industries.

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To thrive as an Ethics Attorney, you need strong legal research and analysis skills, a deep understanding of ethics regulations, and a law degree with active bar admission. Familiarity with compliance software and continuing legal education (CLE) in ethics or professional responsibility is often beneficial. Exceptional interpersonal skills, discretion, and sound judgment make professionals excel in this field. These abilities are vital because Ethics Attorneys advise on complex issues, help organizations maintain compliance, and protect reputational integrity.

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Ethics Attorneys are commonly employed by government agencies, large corporations, law firms, and nonprofit organizations, often within compliance or legal departments. The work environment is predominantly office-based and collaborative, with regular interactions with executives, legal teams, and compliance officers to provide guidance on ethical practices. Expect to manage a mix of advisory work, policy development, conducting training, and sometimes investigating potential ethics violations. Teamwork is essential, as the role frequently involves coordinating responses to complex legal and ethical questions across different departments. This dynamic setting offers valuable experience for those interested in career advancement within compliance or higher-level legal advisory positions.

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Infographic showing various Ethics Attorney job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $198,438 per year, or $95.4 per hour.

General Attorney (Ethics)

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Federal Trade Commission
Public Administration • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$143K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Summary
If you have experience providing legal counsel on administrative law issues and want to play an integral role in maintaining public trust by advising on federal ethics concerns, then consider joining the Office of the General Counsel at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
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Duties
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If you are selected for General Attorney (Ethics) position, you will:
  • Work with the designated Agency Ethics Official (DAEO) and the Alternate Designated Agency Ethics Official (ADAEO) to provide support for the FTC's comprehensive federal ethics program;
  • Work closely with other members of the Ethics Team to implement the FTC Ethics Program.
  • Assist with the administration, planning, organization, and implementation of the FTC's federal ethics program, and executes programmatic responsibility on behalf of the Commission for all ethics program elements mandated by the Ethics in Government Act;
  • Develop and executes training in accordance with OGE training regulations.
  • Provide expert legal advice to Commissioners and staff members on federal criminal conflict of interest statutes, standards of ethics conduct regulations financial disclosure requirements, non-federal-source travel reimbursement, gift acceptance, post-federal government employment, and political activity restrictions; and
  • May assist in providing support to other aspects of Legal Counsel work.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • U.S. citizenship requirement must be met by the closing date of this vacancy.
  • This position is subject to a background investigation.
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Service.
  • Possess a J.D. or LL.B. degree from an accredited law school.
  • Member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory - US, PR, DC.
  • The position may be subject to completion of a two-year trial period.
  • If selected for this position, the agency will evaluate your fitness and whether continuation of employment advances the public interest before extending your appointment beyond the two-year trial period.
  • This position is in the bargaining unit. This position is represented by the National Treasury Employees Union, Local 344.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have attained the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory. Applicants must demonstrate excellent writing skills and be able to work effectively with other people, exercise sound judgment, and exhibit a strong interest in the work of the agency.
Additional Requirements
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For appointments to attorney positions: active member of the bar in good standing and 42 months of legal experience after graduation from law school.
Note: Legal and nonlegal experience gained in the Federal Government before completing law school does not satisfy post law school experience.
requirements.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Education
This position has an education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications
Additional information
This position is in the Excepted Service (Schedule A).
Individuals applying for this announcement are required to complete and submit an online application and all supporting documentation through the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) application system, USAJOBS. Traditional rating and ranking procedures do not apply.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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