Federal General Counsel & Public-Law Specialist

Customs and Border Protection; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection in the United States is seeking qualified attorneys for positions in the Office of Chief Counsel. Applicants must graduate from an ABA-accredited law school and be an active bar member in good standing in a U.S. state, territory, DC, or Puerto Rico.

The role involves federal employment standards and a rigorous background process, including residency considerations. Specialized Education criteria permit GS-11 level for top graduates who meet additional milestones,

Qualifications

• Graduate from a law school accredited by the ABA and be an active member in good standing of the bar.
• Recent graduates may qualify at GS-11 if they meet specialized criteria and must be admitted to the bar within 14 months.

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Customs and Border Protection in the United States is seeking qualified attorneys for positions in the Office of Chief Counsel. Applicants must graduate from an ABA-accredited law school and be an active bar member in good standing in a U.S. state, territory, DC, or Puerto Rico.

The role involves federal employment standards and a rigorous background process, including residency considerations. Specialized Education criteria permit GS-11 level for top graduates who meet additional milestones,