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National Security Associate AttorneyJob title is “National Security Associate Attorney”

Washington, DC

Posted: 05/19/2026 Practice Area: Government Job Number: 4416931549 Pay Rate: $235,000 – $390,000

Job Description

National Security Associate Attorney – Washington, DC

Our client, a leading global AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a National Security Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office. The firm's National Security practice provides strategic advice and counseling on regulatory, compliance, investigatory, and enforcement matters. The practice includes 50+ National Security lawyers, including former senior officials from DOJ, FBI, Treasury, Commerce, DoD, Department of State, NSC, and ODNI, as well as former federal and state prosecutors.

The estimated salary range for this position is $235,000 – $390,000 (annually) and may vary depending on experience and other factors.

Qualifications

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • 2–6 years of experience in National Security, International Trade, and/or Sanctions matters
  • Prior experience at a leading law firm or relevant government agency
  • Admitted to the DC Bar or eligible to waive in
  • Strong academic credentials required

Meet Your Recruiter

Misty Kokkos

Global Legal Recruiter
mkokkos@lawseek.com

With fifteen years of combined experience in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources, Misty Kokkos has successfully navigated diverse industries ranging from start-ups to Big 4, financial services, logistics and supply chain, and more.

Misty’s recruiting experience spans globally from the United States to Europe, the United Kingdom, India and beyond. She focuses on practice areas including healthcare and regulatory compliance, as well as Labor and Employment.

Misty enjoys world travel, learning new languages and exploring the arts. Based in Athens, Greece, Misty splits her time between Europe and Texas, U.S.A.

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