Staff
After one year of employment, a primary caregiver (who gives birth or adopts) may take 12 weeks paid leave at either 70% or 100% of her/his compensation (depending on position and years of service). This leave dovetails with benefits available under the Federal and DC Family and Medical Leave Acts (FMLA and DCFMLA), which the Firm observes. DCFMLA entitles a new parent in the Washington, DC office to 4 additional weeks’ leave without pay.

After one year of employment, a secondary caregiver (through birth or adoption) can take up to 4 weeks of parental/paternity leave, paid at either 70% or 100% of their compensation (determined by employee position and years of service). Employees can take additional unpaid leave in compliance with FMLA and DCFMLA regulations.

Attorneys
A primary caregiver (principle caregiver at home) is entitled to a parental leave benefit of up to 18 consecutive weeks with full base pay following the birth or adoption of a child. A secondary caregiver (at home with spouse or partner) is entitled to take 6 weeks’ leave with full base pay. Parental leave runs during the 12-month period immediately following the birth or adoption of a child.