Appellate Litigation Attorney - Veterans Claims

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of General Counsel-Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Litigation Group (CALG) in Washington, DC seeks a temporary attorney for appellate matters. The role is NTE 4 years with potential conversion for high performers.

You will draft briefs, conduct legal research, and argue before the CAVC, supporting Veterans and federal government objectives. The position emphasizes strong writing, rigorous analysis, and the ability to manage a high-volume appellate

Qualifications

• Bar membership in good standing in any U.S. state.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Draft appellate briefs, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare for and present oral arguments before the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
• Manage a full appellate caseload with research and writing.

Skills

Appellate advocacy

Legal research

Oral argument

Federal court litigation

Court filings

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of General Counsel-Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Litigation Group (CALG) in Washington, DC seeks a temporary attorney for appellate matters. The role is NTE 4 years with potential conversion for high performers.

You will draft briefs, conduct legal research, and argue before the CAVC, supporting Veterans and federal government objectives. The position emphasizes strong writing, rigorous analysis, and the ability to manage a high-volume appellate