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Stand Together

Counsel

Arlington, VA · On-site

$180K - $225K/yr

... and political activity to our non-profit clients and fuel their social impact. Our client ... Being their lawyer sometimes will require an immediate, on-the-fly legal response followed by more ...

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Seeds Renewables

We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer. Driven by a passion for justice, inclusion ... Support campaign planning by providing research-backed strategic input during key moments

SEIU Local 1021

Field Representative

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$76K - $124K/yr

... political power; participating in organizing and political campaigns, and negotiating union ... Aid attorneys and other union staff in the preparation of hearings, including investigation and ...

SEIU Local 1021

Field Representative

Oakland, CA · On-site

$72K - $118K/yr

... political power; participating in organizing and political campaigns, and negotiating union ... Aid attorneys and other union staff in the preparation of hearings, including investigation and ...

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How much do political campaign attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for political campaign attorney in the United States is $57,610.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a political campaign attorney?

Political Campaign Attorneys are legal professionals who specialize in advising and representing political campaigns, candidates, and related organizations on matters of election law, campaign finance, compliance, and ethics. They help ensure campaigns follow federal, state, and local regulations concerning fundraising, advertising, disclosures, and reporting. Their work may also involve defending against legal challenges or representing campaigns before regulatory bodies. Political Campaign Attorneys play a crucial role in helping campaigns navigate the complex legal landscape of the electoral process, minimizing the risk of legal violations and penalties.

What are some typical legal challenges a political campaign attorney faces during an election cycle?

Political Campaign Attorneys frequently deal with complex issues such as ensuring compliance with campaign finance laws, responding to allegations of election law violations, and navigating rapidly changing regulations at local, state, and federal levels. They also handle urgent requests, such as vetting advertisements or advising on voter outreach activities, often under tight deadlines. Collaboration with campaign managers, communications teams, and external regulatory bodies is common, making strong communication skills essential for success in this high-pressure, fast-paced work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a political campaign attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Campaign Attorney, you need a law degree, active bar membership, and a deep understanding of election law, campaign finance, and political regulations. Familiarity with compliance management systems, Federal Election Commission (FEC) databases, and legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is essential. Strong analytical thinking, ethical judgment, and persuasive communication skills help navigate complex legal issues and advise campaign teams effectively. These skills are crucial to ensure campaigns operate within legal boundaries, minimize risk, and maintain public trust.

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Infographic showing various Political Campaign Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,610 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

Counsel

Arlington, VA • On-site

Stand Together
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
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$180K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

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Job description

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society. 

 Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.  

Stand Together is seeking a passionate and innovative lawyer to join our high-performing in-house legal team. As Counsel, you will provide effective and efficient legal solutions related to lobbying, issue  advocacy, and political activity to our non-profit clients and fuel their social impact. Our client organizations—including Americans for Prosperity (AFP), Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action), and yes. every kid., among others—are focused on multiple priority initiatives across government, education, the economy, health care, and foreign policy.  

 Open to hiring as a Senior Counsel for a candidate bringing additional experience and leadership potential to the team.  

How You Will Contribute
  • Be a Strategic Thought Partner: You will partner directly with clients on their strategies and operations, spotting legal issues, conducting legal research using both traditional and AI-powered tools, and recommending paths forward. Our clients are nimble and move fast. Being their lawyer sometimes will require an immediate, on-the-fly legal response followed by more thorough follow-up guidance later.  

  • Deliver Legal Excellence & Compliance: You will monitor new laws, court decisions, and enforcement actions, leveraging AI and other legal technology to spot emerging trends and help ensure that our organizations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including non-profit laws, government ethics laws, and business organization laws.  

  • Collaborate & Innovate: You will join and sometimes lead cross-functional teams—including with our Finance, Grassroots, Operations, and Policy capabilities—to solve problems, establish policies, improve procedures, and deliver organizational value. You will bring fresh ideas on how to balance risk with opportunity.  

  • Educate & Train: To address evolving laws or to fill any gaps you identify in client knowledge, you will synthesize dense laws and regulations (including from case law and advisory opinions) into easily digestible legal guidance for your clients, including through creative one-page resources, training sessions, and other ways you think will connect with your clients. 

  • Support Groundbreaking Litigation and Policy Efforts: In partnership with senior attorneys and coalition partners, you occasionally will contribute to First Amendment/free speech strategic litigation and policy efforts. 

What You Will Bring

  • 3+ years of legal practice experience with a law firm, in-house counsel team, government agency, or any combination thereof 

  • Subject matter expertise in and/or a passion for: (1) campaign finance law – state and/or federal, and (2) lobbying laws and regulations – federal and/or state  

  • Strong research, writing, and communications skills, including the ability to translate laws into practical, risk-adjusted, and actionable advice for non-lawyers.  

  • Comfortable using legal technology to enhance efficiency and work product. 

  • Track record of delivering impactful legal advice as an individual contributor and as member of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment 

  • Sincere desire to support mission-driven organizations focused on bottom-up (vs. top-down) solutions, free markets, and limited government  

  • Integrity, humility, and contribution mindset 

  • Impeccable attention to detail 

  • License to practice law in Virginia or eligible to qualify as Virginia in-house corporate counsel  

  • Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.  
Standout Candidates Will Bring

  • 5+ years of legal practice experience with a law firm, in-house counsel team, government agency, or any combination thereof  

  • Subject matter expertise in non-profit laws and regulations or tax law 

  • 2+ years of experience advising multi-entity non-profit organizations including 501.(c.)(4), 501.(c.)(3), and 501.(c.)(6) organizations as well as Political Action Committees  

  • 1+ years of experience implementing AI-powered legal tools in in-house environment 

What We Offer

  • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. 

  • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,400 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges. 

  • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents. 

 For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $180,000–$225,000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employee’s overall contribution to the organization. 

Our Principles-Based Management™ (PBM) compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors, including relevant experience, capabilities, demonstrated skills, role responsibilities, and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach, base salary may vary within or outside of the anticipated range based on these considerations. 

Our Values: Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.   
 
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success.  That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.