Bankruptcy Litigation Attorney – National Oversight

The United States Department of Justice; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Department of Justice’s Office of the United States Trustee Program seeks a Trial Attorney with bankruptcy litigation experience to oversee cases in the federal districts served by the Region. You will litigate enforcement matters, supervise private trustees, and handle appellate work within a national framework.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. from an accredited law school, is admitted to a state bar, and can manage complex, high-volume dockets.

Qualifications

• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior legal research, analytical, and reasoning abilities.
• Sound judgment; ability to work independently in a demanding legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing bankruptcy case administration in the Region and field office.
• Litigating issues in Chapter 11, including governance, fee applications, and plan confirmation.
• Handling civil enforcement matters in consumer bankruptcy cases and discharge objections.
• Assisting with appellate matters and coordinating with national office on policy implementation.
• Supervising private trustees and collaborating with auditors and support staff.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Legal research

Analytical reasoning

Independent work

Litigation strategy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal databases

IT systems

Job description

The United States Department of Justice’s Office of the United States Trustee Program seeks a Trial Attorney with bankruptcy litigation experience to oversee cases in the federal districts served by the Region. You will litigate enforcement matters, supervise private trustees, and handle appellate work within a national framework.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. from an accredited law school, is admitted to a state bar, and can manage complex, high-volume dockets.