Attorney-Advisor (General)

U.S.-Marshals-Service; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Marshals Service Office of General Counsel seeks a seasoned attorney with a JD and active bar in good standing to support FOIA matters and complex policy issues.

Candidates must have at least five years of post-JD experience, strong legal research, and outstanding oral and written advocacy skills; travel may be required and experience in law enforcement is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• JD required and active bar in good standing.
• Minimum five years post-JD experience.
• Specialized experience in FOIA matters.
• Strong oral and written communication and advocacy skills.
• Superior legal research and analytical skills.
• Experience in dealing with complex legal and policy issues.
• Experience at a law enforcement agency strongly preferred.

Skills

FOIA experience

Oral and written advocacy

Legal research

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Education

JD degree

Bar admission in good standing

Job description

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and guidance to all components of the USMS in matters that arise in the conduct of USMS missions pursuant to 28 USC § 566, and as delegated by the Attorney General.

Interested parties must possess a JD degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) and have at least five years of post JD experience. Applicants must also have 1) specialized experience in FOIA matters; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written communication and advocacy skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; 5) experience in dealing with complex legal and policy issues.

Experience at a law enforcement agency strongly preferred.

Proficiency in computer-aided legal research and computer word processing is required. Occasional travel may be required for this position.