Honors Attorney

Minimum Qualifications: Honors Attorneys must pass the bar within 14 months of onboarding. Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications: All candidates are reviewed for the following competencies: Legal analysis, reasoning and writing, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in compressed timeframes Interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment The ability to exercise sound judgment in challenging situations Willingness to consider diverse perspectives and ability to navigate changing circumstances Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships inside and outside the CIA
Honors Attorneys have less than three years of post-law school legal practice and work under the close supervision of experienced attorneys. The Office of General Counsel places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages resumes from qualified individuals from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities.