Bankruptcy Trial Attorney - Litigation & Oversight

U.S. Department of Justice; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Trustee Program, seeks a skilled attorney to oversee bankruptcy cases within the regional Districts served by Region 03, including Wilmington, DE, and Philadelphia, PA. The role focuses on enforcing bankruptcy law, supervising private trustees, and handling appellate matters.

Qualified applicants must possess a J.D. from an accredited law school, be in good standing with a state bar, and have substantial post–J.D. experience.

Qualifications

• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior legal research, analytical, and reasoning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bankruptcy litigation in the assigned region and field offices.
• Litigate enforcement matters in consumer bankruptcy cases and related appeals.
• Supervise private trustees and coordinate with Program staff and law enforcement partners.
• Participate in national projects and help implement uniform bankruptcy policies.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Legal research

Analytical reasoning

Independent work

Judgment

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Trustee Program, seeks a skilled attorney to oversee bankruptcy cases within the regional Districts served by Region 03, including Wilmington, DE, and Philadelphia, PA. The role focuses on enforcing bankruptcy law, supervising private trustees, and handling appellate matters.

Qualified applicants must possess a J.D. from an accredited law school, be in good standing with a state bar, and have substantial post–J.D. experience.