Job Number:
HC-05356
Date Posted:
April 22, 2026
Position Title:
Policy Counsel
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
American Association for Justice (AAJ)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$82,000 – $100,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others — even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations.Track, analyze, and assess federal and state legislation in assigned issue areas, as well as certain federal regulations. Draft legislative text and advocacy materials such as one-pagers, fact sheets, talking points, and regulatory comments for assigned issues.Law degree with Bar admission. Minimum of three–five years of relevant experience, with Capitol Hill experience preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Track, analyze, and assess federal and state legislation in assigned issue areas, as well as certain federal regulations.
• Draft legislative text and advocacy materials such as one-pagers, fact sheets, talking points, and regulatory comments for assigned issues.
• Engage with AAJ members on policy and regulatory priorities, including conducting research to evaluate civil justice implications of proposed legislation and regulations for AAJ members.
• Advise and assist Communications staff on relevant issues.
• Support efforts to provide information to Members of Congress and congressional staff by preparing written materials and participating in Capitol Hill meetings and events as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Law degree with Bar admission.
• Minimum of three–five years of relevant experience, with Capitol Hill experience preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, including the ability to produce high‑quality work while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Familiarity with federal and state legislative and regulatory processes.
• A commitment to civil justice, and a clear understanding of AAJ’s issues and the ability to advocate for them to others.
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
Equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please!
