General Attorney (Ethics)

Federal Trade Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Trade Commission in Washington, DC seeks experienced attorneys to provide legal counsel on administrative law issues and to advise on federal ethics concerns. A strong background in public law and ethics is essential, with admission to practice in a U.S.

jurisdiction. Applicants should demonstrate exceptional writing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others within the agency.

Qualifications

• First professional law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to work with others, exercise sound judgment, and show strong interest in the agency's work.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on administrative law issues and advise on federal ethics concerns for FTC.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Teamwork

Judgment

Interest in agency work

Education

J.D. or LL.B.

Job description

If you have experience providing legal counsel on administrative law issues and want to play an integral role in maintaining public trust by advising on federal ethics concerns, then consider joining the Office of the General Counsel at the Federal Trade Commission.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have attained the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory. Applicants must demonstrate excellent writing skills and be able to work effectively with other people, exercise sound judgment, and exhibit a strong interest in the work of the agency.

Additional Requirements

GS-13 Positions

For appointments to attorney positions: active member of the bar in good standing and 24 months of legal experience after graduation from law school.

Note: Legal and non-legal experience gained in the Federal Government before completing law school does not satisfy post law school experience.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.