Lead Federal Environmental Litigator

Offices, Boards and Divisions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 165,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Offices, Boards and Divisions seeks an Assistant Section Chief in Denver (or Washington, DC) with substantial federal litigation experience to lead one of its six litigating teams. The candidate should be an active bar member with a J.D.

and have significant litigation experience, including APA familiarity, and the ability to mentor attorneys and staff while managing multiple priorities. The role requires exceptional legal writing, collaborative skills with client agencies and courts, and a

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 7 years post-J.D. litigation experience or post clerkship litigation experience.
• Familiarity with the Administrative Procedure Act or related statutes in the Section's jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorneys and administrative staff to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong legal writing and editing skills and mentor supervisees.
• Collaborate with client agencies, court personnel, and opposing counsel to build productive relationships.

Skills

Federal litigation

Mentoring

Legal writing

Client relations

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Offices, Boards and Divisions seeks an Assistant Section Chief in Denver (or Washington, DC) with substantial federal litigation experience to lead one of its six litigating teams. The candidate should be an active bar member with a J.D.

and have significant litigation experience, including APA familiarity, and the ability to mentor attorneys and staff while managing multiple priorities. The role requires exceptional legal writing, collaborative skills with client agencies and courts, and a