Environmental Crimes Trial Attorney - Federal Prosecutions

Justice Management Division; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Crimes Section of the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, DC seeks experienced criminal litigators to prosecute complex environmental and related offenses, including fraud, conspiracy, and multiple federal statutes.

The position involves all phases of investigation and litigation, from pre-trial discovery and grand jury work to motions, trial, and post-trial matters, with opportunities to engage in international capacity building.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 4 years of post‑J.D. criminal litigation experience and three criminal trials.
• Experience as a Federal, State or Local prosecutor or defender is preferred; interest in environmental enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute complex criminal cases against violators of environmental laws.
• Handle all aspects of investigative and litigative work from grand jury to trial.
• Engage in capacity building to investigate environmental crimes domestically and internationally.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Environmental law interest

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

The Environmental Crimes Section of the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, DC seeks experienced criminal litigators to prosecute complex environmental and related offenses, including fraud, conspiracy, and multiple federal statutes.

The position involves all phases of investigation and litigation, from pre-trial discovery and grand jury work to motions, trial, and post-trial matters, with opportunities to engage in international capacity building.