Senior Federal Bankruptcy Litigation Attorney

U.S. Department of Justice; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Department of Justice is seeking an attorney to oversee bankruptcy cases in federal districts served by the Regional and field offices. Responsibilities include litigating enforcement matters, supervising trustees, and handling appellate matters in a broad bankruptcy practice. Qualified applicants must have a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active bar membership, and the required post–J.D. experience at GS-13/14/15 levels.

Qualifications

• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior legal research, analytical, and reasoning abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a demanding legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bankruptcy cases in the Region and field office.
• Litigate enforcement matters in consumer bankruptcy and Chapter 11 contexts.
• Supervise private trustees and assist with appellate matters.
• Collaborate with program offices and law enforcement partners.
• Develop policies to ensure uniform application of bankruptcy law.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Legal research

Analytical reasoning

Judgment & independence

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

The United States Department of Justice is seeking an attorney to oversee bankruptcy cases in federal districts served by the Regional and field offices. Responsibilities include litigating enforcement matters, supervising trustees, and handling appellate matters in a broad bankruptcy practice. Qualified applicants must have a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active bar membership, and the required post–J.D. experience at GS-13/14/15 levels.