Aviation, Space & Admiralty Trial Attorney

NASA International; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aviation, Space & Admiralty Litigation Section seeks attorneys to defend the United States in federal district courts, handling cases challenging policies and actions brought against the government. Applicants must hold a J.D. degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S.

citizen. The minimum post-J.D. experience aligns with GS-12 to GS-15 levels, with preferred trial and appellate work.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Minimum post-J.D. experience commensurate with GS level (see below).
• Familiarity with aviation, space, or admiralty litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Defend the United States in federal district court cases.
• Advise on aviation, space, and admiralty litigation matters.
• Prepare pleadings, briefs, and appellate submissions.
• Engage in trial and appellate proceedings and related discovery.

Skills

Writing

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Trial & appellate work

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Aviation, Space & Admiralty Litigation Section seeks attorneys to defend the United States in federal district courts, handling cases challenging policies and actions brought against the government. Applicants must hold a J.D. degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S.

citizen. The minimum post-J.D. experience aligns with GS-12 to GS-15 levels, with preferred trial and appellate work.