Federal Natural Resources Trial Attorney (DC/Denver)

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

The Natural Resources Section of the U.S. Department of Justice seeks experienced litigators for positions in Washington, DC and Denver, Colorado. Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be admitted to a U.S.

bar, and meet the post‑J.D. experience requirements for GS‑12 through GS‑15 levels. Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities are essential. Salary ranges vary by grade and location; the advertised ranges reflect GS‑12 to GS‑15 levels in Denver and Washington, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must have a J.D. and be an active member in good standing of a U.S. bar.
• Experience levels tied to GS grades as described.
• Knowledge of Fifth Amendment takings, natural resources law, or Indian law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Litigation and/or judicial experience for specified grade levels.
• Interest in federal litigation, trial work and appellate work.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing abilities.

Skills

Federal litigation interest

Trial work

Appellate work

Judicial clerkship experience

Research skills

Analytical abilities

Writing abilities

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

The Natural Resources Section of the U.S. Department of Justice seeks experienced litigators for positions in Washington, DC and Denver, Colorado. Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be admitted to a U.S.

bar, and meet the post‑J.D. experience requirements for GS‑12 through GS‑15 levels. Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities are essential. Salary ranges vary by grade and location; the advertised ranges reflect GS‑12 to GS‑15 levels in Denver and Washington, with opportunities for