Federal Trial Attorney – International Trade Litigation

Offices, Boards and Divisions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Offices, Boards and Divisions seeks an attorney to represent the United States in litigation before the United States Court of International Trade. A J.D. degree, active U.S. bar membership, and U.S. citizenship are required. Experience levels vary by GS grade, with a 2-year trial period as described in the agency policy.

The role emphasizes strong writing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, along with good judgment and trial work experience.

Qualifications

• A J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Minimum post-law degree legal experience varies by grade level (GS-11 to GS-15).

Responsibilities

• Represent the United States, its departments and agencies, and federal officials in litigation before the United States Court of International Trade.
• Evaluate and handle post-J.D. legal experience requirements and participate in trial work as part of the role.

Skills

Writing

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Trial work

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar member in good standing

U.S. citizenship

Job description

Offices, Boards and Divisions seeks an attorney to represent the United States in litigation before the United States Court of International Trade. A J.D. degree, active U.S. bar membership, and U.S. citizenship are required. Experience levels vary by GS grade, with a 2-year trial period as described in the agency policy.

The role emphasizes strong writing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, along with good judgment and trial work experience.