Clemency & Firearms Rights Attorney Adviser

U.S. Department of Justice; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Pardon Attorney (PARDON) of the U.S. Department of Justice seeks an Attorney Adviser to review 925(c) firearms rights restoration applications, evaluate executive clemency petitions, and coordinate litigation activity affecting the Office.

The Adviser will also assist with FOIA/PA work and prepare high-quality written recommendations for DOJ leadership and the White House. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong legal research and writing skills, careful attention to

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of three years of post‑J.D. legal experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Review 925(c) firearms rights restoration applications and clemency petitions.
• Prepare and coordinate litigation activity impacting the Office.
• Assist with FOIA and Privacy Act work and provide detailed written recommendations.

Skills

Legal research

Strong writing skills

Judgment and discretion

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Office of the Pardon Attorney (PARDON) of the U.S. Department of Justice seeks an Attorney Adviser to review 925(c) firearms rights restoration applications, evaluate executive clemency petitions, and coordinate litigation activity affecting the Office.

The Adviser will also assist with FOIA/PA work and prepare high-quality written recommendations for DOJ leadership and the White House. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong legal research and writing skills, careful attention to