Attorney Honor Program - Federal & Postal Law Counsel

U.S. Postal Service; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Postal Service seeks an attorney to provide representation and advice to Postal Service officials on statutes, regulations, contracts, and precedents, including presenting cases before administrative bodies and federal courts. The role requires a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and bar admission within one year, with strong research and advocacy skills.

Occasional travel is required. A MBI clearance is necessary; pre-employment drug screening and U.S.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar membership in good standing within one year of employment.
• Academic ranking criteria: top 25% or GPA 3.0+ or equivalent.
• Completion of a judicial clerkship is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare written materials for USPS representation.
• Advise postal management officials and attend conferences as needed.
• Represent USPS in legal matters before administrative bodies and courts.
• Prepare replies to inquiries from Congress, agencies, and the public.
• Draft opinions, memoranda, decisions, regulations, and testimonies.

Skills

Legal research

Oral & written comms

Negotiation

Client advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Bar admission within 1 year of hire

Top quartile or GPA >= 3.0 in law school

Judicial clerkship (federal or state top court)

Job description

The United States Postal Service seeks an attorney to provide representation and advice to Postal Service officials on statutes, regulations, contracts, and precedents, including presenting cases before administrative bodies and federal courts. The role requires a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and bar admission within one year, with strong research and advocacy skills.

Occasional travel is required. A MBI clearance is necessary; pre-employment drug screening and U.S.