General Attorney (Trade Regulation)

Federal Trade Commission

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 197,000

Full time

14 days+

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Telework eligible

Job summary

The Midwest Regional Office of the Federal Trade Commission in Chicago seeks a General Attorney (Trade Regulation) to lead investigations and litigation in consumer protection matters across a broad range of products and services.

You will determine theories, carry out investigations, and oversee complex cases, often in collaboration with other agencies and stakeholders. Telework is eligible, with a posted salary range for this federal position.

Qualifications

This position has an education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

Responsibilities

Make initial determinations as to whether matters should be investigated.
Determine legal theories and plans for investigations and litigation and carry them out.
Recommend whether cases should be closed, resolved informally or through administrative or federal court settlements, or litigated administratively or in federal court.
Investigate matters and engage in all aspects of civil litigation, including preparing cases for trial by securing and preparing evidence; conferring with witnesses; deposing witnesses; drafting motions and legal briefs; drafting and responding to discovery requests; participating in pretrial conferences; examining and cross-examining witnesses; trying cases; and negotiating settlements.
Prepare and prosecute difficult, complex, and important cases.
Confer with government agencies, public authorities and attorneys, business people and other members of the public, providing them with information on matters of law, Commission procedure and policy.

Job description

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

The Bureau of Consumer Protection investigates and litigates civil actions to enforce federal consumer protection laws. For more information visit, https://www.ftc.gov/about-ftc.

Key Responsibilities

The Midwest Regional office ("MWR") located in Chicago plays an integral role in fulfilling the FTC's consumer protection mission by bringing law enforcement actions to stop unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent business practices across a broad range of products and services in both the traditional and digital economy.

Headquartered in Chicago, MWR serves the residents of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nebraska, North Dakota, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. As a General Attorney (Trade Regulation), you will:

Make initial determinations as to whether matters should be investigated.

Determine legal theories and plans for investigations and litigation and carry them out.

Recommend whether cases should be closed, resolved informally or through administrative or federal court settlements, or litigated administratively or in federal court.

Investigate matters and engage in all aspects of civil litigation, including preparing cases for trial by securing and preparing evidence; conferring with witnesses; deposing witnesses; drafting motions and legal briefs; drafting and responding to discovery requests; participating in pretrial conferences; examining and cross-examining witnesses; trying cases; and negotiating settlements.

Prepare and prosecute difficult, complex, and important cases.

Confer with government agencies, public authorities and attorneys, business people and other members of the public, providing them with information on matters of law, Commission procedure and policy.

Requirements & Education

This position has an education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Trade Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $100059 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-17.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.