Date Posted:
July 24, 2026
Position Title:
Counsel
Office/Company:
Confidential
Party:
Office Code:
TX-18
Job Number:
HoR-396-26-HC
Reports To:
Legislative Director
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
ResumeTX18@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Senior Legislative Assistant
Secondary Role:
Legislative Assistant
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
The Office of Congressman Christian Menefee is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented attorney to join our Washington, DC team as Counsel.
Responsibilities:
Legislative and Policy Support Draft and analyze legislation, amendments, and resolutions in coordination with the Legislative Director Manage a portfolio of issue areas as assigned, including tracking relevant legislation, hearings, and regulatory developments Meet with constituents, advocacy groups, agencies, and other Congressional offices on behalf of the Congressman Coordinate with committee staff and other Member offices to advance the Congressman’s legislative and oversight priorities Identify casework trends and district issues that may warrant legislative action or Congressional oversight, in coordination with the district team Legal, Oversight, and Investigations Support Congressional oversight and investigative efforts, including drafting oversight letters, document requests, and hearing preparation materials Conduct legal research and analysis on constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues and translate findings into clear, actionable guidance Review documents, testimony, and agency responses and help develop investigative strategy and follow-up Prepare the Congressman for hearings, markups, and depositions, including drafting questions, talking points, and briefing memos
Qualifications:
Required Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a state bar Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills, including the ability to distill complex legal issues into clear guidance for non-lawyers Strong attention to detail and sound judgment, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the DC and district teams Commitment to public service and to the priorities of the Congressman and the people of TX-18 Preferred Experience in investigations, including Congressional, government, internal, or litigation-related investigative work Prior experience on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or in another government legal role Familiarity with House rules, the legislative process, and Congressional oversight authorities Ties to Texas, and familiarity with Houston and the communities of the 18th Congressional District, are a plus
Instructions:
Send a cover letter and resume to: ResumeTX18@mail.house.gov by August 3rd, 2026.
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