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White Collar Defense and Investigations Counsel Partner

Orion Placement


Job Location:

Washington D.C., DC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 325000 - 500000
Posted: 28 August 2026 (7 days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pay: $325000.00 - $500000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a premier litigation practice handling sophisticated white collar criminal defense government investigations regulatory matters and high stakes disputes.
  • Take a senior leadership role representing companies executives and other individuals in consequential investigations and litigation.
  • Work on complex matters involving federal and state enforcement authorities internal investigations criminal proceedings and related regulatory issues.
  • Lead matters in lean highly collaborative teams where senior attorneys have meaningful ownership and direct client relationships.
  • Build and expand your practice within a respected litigation platform known for sophisticated advocacy and complex federal court work.
  • Work alongside accomplished trial and appellate lawyers in an intellectually rigorous team oriented environment.
  • Receive compensation and benefits designed to be competitive with leading large law firms.

Location

Hybrid opportunity available from our New York City Washington DC or Chicago office. This structure offers senior attorneys the opportunity to collaborate closely with colleagues and clients while maintaining meaningful flexibility.

Note

Candidates must have completed a federal judicial clerkship and possess substantive senior level experience in white collar defense and investigations. An active bar license in good standing and a business plan are required. This opportunity is intended for attorneys operating at the Counsel or Partner level.

About Us

We are a premier litigation focused law firm representing clients in complex disputes investigations criminal matters regulatory proceedings and appeals. Our attorneys work in focused teams on sophisticated matters where strategy judgment writing courtroom advocacy and client service are critical. We offer senior lawyers the opportunity to practice at a high level while contributing meaningfully to the continued development of our platform. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Lead sophisticated white collar criminal defense and government investigation matters from initial inquiry through resolution.
  • Represent companies executives professionals and other individuals facing federal and state investigations enforcement actions and criminal proceedings.
  • Develop strategy for government investigations grand jury matters internal investigations regulatory inquiries and related litigation.
  • Advise clients responding to subpoenas investigative demands interviews and government scrutiny.
  • Handle complex factual and legal analysis while developing creative practical defense strategies.
  • Take significant responsibility for written advocacy witness preparation negotiations hearings trials and other proceedings as appropriate.
  • Work directly with clients and collaborate with attorneys across offices in lean matter teams.
  • Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to the development of the firms litigation talent.
  • Build and strengthen client relationships while executing a thoughtful business development plan.
  • Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of the firms white collar defense and investigations practice.

Qualifications

  • Federal judicial clerkship required.
  • Active bar license in good standing.
  • Significant experience in white collar criminal defense government investigations internal investigations or closely related enforcement matters.
  • Senior level law firm experience appropriate for a Counsel or Partner position.
  • Strong federal court investigative litigation writing and advocacy skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage sophisticated matters and senior level client relationships.
  • Excellent judgment analytical ability communication skills and professional credibility.
  • Business plan required.
  • Government enforcement experience including prior DOJ U.S. Attorneys Office SEC or comparable agency experience is valued but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is an opportunity to practice at an exceptionally high level without getting lost inside a massive organization. Our focused team structure gives senior attorneys meaningful ownership direct client exposure and the ability to shape strategy on consequential matters. You will work with accomplished litigators who value intellectual rigor collaboration creativity excellent advocacy and results while having the platform to continue building your own practice.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Hiring in NYC DC Chicago. Bar license in the state they applied in. Must have federal judicial clerkship. 5 yrs of white collar defense and investigations exp

  • Required Years as Associate: 5 years
  • Additional context: Relocation- No. Packages - no.
  • Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
    • 5 to 7 years: $325000 to $375000
    • 8 to 11 years: $375000 to $425000
    • 12 to 15 years: $425000 to $475000
    • 16 years: $475000 to $500000

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Quick Recruiter Reference

Senior Counsel / Partner opportunity focused on sophisticated white collar defense government investigations criminal matters and related litigation. Requires an active bar license in the applicable state federal judicial clerkship and 5 years of directly relevant experience. Hybrid in NYC Washington DC or Chicago with $325K to $500K compensation.

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