Updated April 2026

Associates: Our firm does not currently have any openings for an Associate position. However, we welcome application materials from highly qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment to advancing the needs of working people at any time, should a position become available. Materials may be sent to Michael Ellement.

Summer Associates: Our application window for Summer 2026 is closed.

James & Hoffman offers summer positions to second-year law students as well as third-year students going on to judicial clerkships. Summer Associates can expect to take on a variety of responsibilities dictated by our ongoing litigation needs, frequently encompassing research and writing for various phases of trial and appellate litigation, as well as administrative actions and arbitration. When possible, summer associates are given opportunities to attend client intake sessions, depositions, arbitrations, and court appearances, as well as meetings and events in the Washington, D.C. area labor community. Applicants should have superior academic records; excellent writing, research and oral communication skills; strong work references; and a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law. The weekly summer associate salary is $1634.62. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and up to two writing samples to Michael Ellement.