Appellate Environmental Attorney — EPA Rule Defenses

US Offices, Boards and Divisions

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 119,000 - 154,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Environmental Defense Section (EDS) seeks attorneys to defend challenges to EPA rules and actions in federal appellate courts, with opportunities to handle select district court matters. Requires J.D., bar admission, U.S. citizenship, and post-J.D.

litigation experience according to grade level. Ideal candidates have federal appellate litigation background, APA familiarity, and strong writing skills. Salary ranges vary by grade level and location, with GS-12 to GS-15 levels available in Denver

Qualifications

J.D. degree (or equivalent) and bar admission in good standing.
U.S. citizenship or national.
Post-J.D. litigation experience required by grade level: GS-12 = 1 year, GS-13 = 1.5 years, GS-14 = 2.5 years, GS-15 = 4 years.
Ideal candidates have federal appellate litigation experience including defense of agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act, and experience managing complex litigation.
Judicial clerkship and law review experience are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Defend agency actions under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and related statutes before courts of appeals.
Work on select district court matters if desired.
Prepare and argue appellate briefs and motions; contribute to complex litigation strategies.