Careers

There are jobs. And then there are careers. Why wait?

At Arent Fox, opportunity is a function of creativity, drive, and talent. You won’t find a top-down management structure setting the tone at our firm, because we’re not a corporation, we’re a partnership. You’re in the driver’s seat. Let’s go.

Featured Position

DC: Mid-level Corporate Associate

The Washington, DC office of Arent Fox LLP is seeking a midlevel associate for its corporate practice group. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years' experience drafting substantive agreements involving mergers and acquisitions, private investments (both equity and debt), and joint ventures. Experience coordinating a multi-disciplinary transaction team, including tax, intellectual property, real estate, and benefits is essential. Additional requirements include: strong organizational and writing skills, refined oral communication skills (both telephone and in-person), excellent academic credentials and a desire to excel in a large law firm environment. Arent Fox offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please submit resume and law school transcripts. Arent Fox LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Our Locations

Washington, DC

Headquartered in the heart of our nation’s capital, our DC office is internationally recognized in areas where business and government intersect.

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Boston

Our attorneys in our Boston office serve as trusted advisors to companies in Boston and across the country.

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Los Angeles

Arent Fox is a rising legal power in California with a dynamic and entrepreneurial approach for clients located around the globe.

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New York

Located in the heart of Manhattan, our NYC office offers a wide range of elite practices at a global gateway.

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San Francisco

Channeling the innovation and creativity of our neighbors, our newest office meets our clients’ unique needs in San Francisco.

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Record Growth Continues into 2018

2017 marks the most profitable year in the Firm’s history.

Eight straight years of record revenue growth
Gross revenue surges to $303M – a $20M jump from 2016
50% increase ($100M) in revenue over last decade
PPP exceeds $1M for second straight year

“With both revenue and profits climbing every year since 2009, Arent Fox has kept up an enviable post-recession growth streak among Big Law firms.”

– National Law Journal

Full-Service. Client-Focused.

Our practice breadth and industry experience is designed to give clients business-oriented legal advice that helps them achieve their commercial goals.

“Going back to my first job interview with Arent Fox, I knew this was a firm where anyone with talent, no matter their background, could succeed. Nearly 20 years later, I am happy to say that my initial impression could not have been more accurate.”

Cristina A. Carvalho

Firmwide Managing Partner

Cristina Carvalho, Managing Partner at Arent Fox

Rewards

Attracting and retaining top talent is the key to our success. Our compensation philosophy rewards contributions and reflects the competitiveness of the legal marketplace.

Work-Life Balance

Arent Fox understands the need to balance a busy professional life with commitments outside of work. In addition to a full complement of employee benefits, we offer programs that give peace of mind.

People enjoy working at Arent Fox because we encourage them to be entrepreneurial. Have a good idea? Pursue it. Need more training? We’ll provide it. Think of working here as equal opportunity for high-achievers. Attracting and retaining top talent is one key to our success. Equally important is the personal development and professional achievement that follows.

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