Powers attorneys do substantive work from day one. Our lawyers practice across healthcare, education, government relations and public policy, litigation, and representation of Indian tribal governments and nonprofit organizations — often advising clients on novel questions where the law is still taking shape. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with partners and policy professionals on lean project teams, with direct client contact and real ownership of your matters rather than years on the sidelines.

We look for attorneys who combine strong analytical and writing skills with sound judgment and genuine interest in the regulated industries we serve. Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or a recent graduate, we value people who are collaborative, intellectually curious, and committed to client service. Current attorney openings are listed on our Available Positions page; if you don’t see a role that fits but believe Powers is the right place for you, we welcome your résumé and a cover letter telling us why.

Our summer program gives law students a real look at the practice — not a tour of it. Summer associates are assigned to working matters alongside our attorneys, drafting memoranda, researching emerging healthcare and education regulatory issues, and sitting in on client and agency interactions. You’ll receive direct feedback from the lawyers you work with and gain exposure to the breadth of the firm’s practice areas.

Just as important, you’ll see how Powers actually operates: a friendly, informal, egalitarian environment where your work matters and your questions are welcome. We use the summer as a two-way evaluation — a chance for you to understand us and for us to get to know you. Students interested in a summer position should watch our Available Positions page and submit a résumé, cover letter, and law school transcript.

Powers maintains a robust government relations and public policy practice spanning healthcare policy and advocacy, education policy, disability and rehabilitation, and tribal policy. Our government affairs professionals help clients navigate Congress, federal agencies, and the regulatory process — monitoring legislation and rulemaking, developing advocacy strategy, building coalitions, and translating complex policy into clear guidance clients can act on.

We seek professionals with experience on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or in association or advocacy work, who understand how policy is made and have the relationships and instincts to move it. Strong writing, political judgment, and the ability to work seamlessly with our attorneys are essential. Open government affairs roles are posted on our Available Positions page.

Paralegals and law clerks are integral members of our project teams, not background support. In this role you’ll conduct factual and regulatory research, organize and manage case and transaction files, prepare and cite-check documents, assist with administrative proceedings and litigation, and help keep complex matters on track. The work is varied and substantive, and your contributions are visible to the attorneys and clients you support.

We look for detail-oriented, well-organized individuals with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Prior experience in a law firm or regulatory setting is helpful, and law clerk positions are well suited to current law students or recent graduates. Current openings are listed on our Available Positions page.

Behind every client matter is a team that keeps the firm running. Our administrative and business services professionals work in areas such as finance and accounting, human resources, information technology, marketing and business development, records, and office operations. These roles are central to how Powers delivers superior client service efficiently, and they offer the same collegial, respectful environment our attorneys enjoy.

We hire administrative professionals who are capable, service-minded, and ready to take ownership of their work in a collaborative setting. Whether your background is in legal administration or a related professional field, we value people who help the firm and its clients succeed. Available administrative positions are posted on our Available Positions page.