Constitutional & Tort Litigation Attorney

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Constitutional and Specialized Tort Litigation (CSTL) Section of the Department of Justice seeks qualified attorneys to join its Civil Division, Torts Branch, Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) Program. A J.D.

and active bar in good standing are required, with progressive post‑JD experience needed for GS‑11 through GS‑15 levels. Preferred candidates will demonstrate strong advocacy, legal writing, motions practice, and deposition/trial experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent degree and must be licensed to practice as an attorney in any State, territory or DC.
• Active bar membership in good standing required.
• Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Skills

Advocacy

Legal writing

Motions drafting

Discovery

Deposition experience

Trial experience

Expert testimony

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Constitutional and Specialized Tort Litigation (CSTL) Section of the Department of Justice seeks qualified attorneys to join its Civil Division, Torts Branch, Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) Program. A J.D.

and active bar in good standing are required, with progressive post‑JD experience needed for GS‑11 through GS‑15 levels. Preferred candidates will demonstrate strong advocacy, legal writing, motions practice, and deposition/trial experience.