Attorney Advisor

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Money Laundering, Narcotics and Forfeiture Section (MNF) seeks an attorney to pursue criminal prosecutions and asset recovery actions. Qualified applicants must hold a J.D., be admitted to the bar in good standing, and be licensed to practice in any U.S.

state or the District of Columbia. Preferred candidates have experience in legal analysis, drafting memoranda, pleadings, and recommendations to senior managers, with strong oral and written communication skills for high-stakes civil or

Qualifications

• J.D. degree or equivalent and admission to the bar in good standing.
• Licensed to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State or DC.
• Active member of the bar in good standing.

Skills

Legal analysis

Recommendation writing

Pleadings drafting

Oral & written communication

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Money Laundering, Narcotics and Forfeiture Section (MNF) pursues criminal prosecutions and criminal and civil asset recovery actions involving: financial facilitators who conceal profits for criminals; financial institutions and their officers and employees who violate money laundering, Bank Secrecy Act, and sanctions laws; international money launderers who support transnational organized crime; and the top command and control of international drug trafficking organizations.

Required Qualifications

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Grade Specific Qualifications

• To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one and a half (1.5) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-12 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: performing basic legal analysis and formulating recommendations to senior managers; composing legal memoranda, reports, and position papers on legislative history, laws, regulations, and court opinions in support of civil or criminal litigation.
• To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, applicants must have at least two and a half (2.5) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-13 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: performing legal analysis and formulating recommendations to senior managers; composing pleadings, briefs, and other court documents involving legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; and conducting civil or criminal litigation.
• To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to analyze and evaluate written materials;
• The ability to offer written or oral recommendations on complex questions involving substantive and procedural aspects of Departmental policies and regulations;
• The ability to carry a significant caseload and to work independently;
• The ability to develop and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with a variety of federal, state, and local entities, and the private bar;
• The ability to demonstrate sound legal judgment;
• The ability to meet a deadline;
• The ability to function effectively in time-sensitive situations; and
• The ability to communicate both orally and in writing.