Asset Forfeiture Counsel & Interagency Policy Advisor

US Drug Enforcement Administration; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) seeks a qualified attorney for the Office of Chief Counsel, Asset Forfeiture Section, located in Arlington, VA. The role requires a J.D. and an active bar in good standing, with post-J.D.

experience in asset forfeiture matters, and strong advocacy, research, and analytical skills. Responsibilities include coordinating with prosecutors and investigators, providing legal training, and advising senior decisionmakers on complex forfeiture issues, with

Qualifications

• Active bar membership in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• J.D. degree (or equivalent) with at least 2 years post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills.
• Superior legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
• GS-13 requires 2+ years post-J.D. legal experience in asset forfeiture cases; GS-14 requires 3+ years; GS-15 requires 4+ years and related policy/legislation experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with DEA investigative personnel and federal/state prosecutors.
• Provide legal training and respond to requests for assistance from DEA Division Counsel.
• Advise senior agency decisionmakers on complex asset forfeiture issues and trainings on asset forfeiture to law enforcement.

Job description

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) seeks a qualified attorney for the Office of Chief Counsel, Asset Forfeiture Section, located in Arlington, VA. The role requires a J.D. and an active bar in good standing, with post-J.D.

experience in asset forfeiture matters, and strong advocacy, research, and analytical skills. Responsibilities include coordinating with prosecutors and investigators, providing legal training, and advising senior decisionmakers on complex forfeiture issues, with