Senior International Trade & IP Counsel

U.S. International Trade Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. International Trade Commission seeks an attorney at the GS-15 level with substantial appellate IP experience and bar membership. The role focuses on district court and appellate litigation involving intellectual property and complex regulatory issues.

Applicants must maintain good standing as a member of the Bar in a U.S. state or territory, D.C., or Puerto Rico, and should be prepared to provide supporting documentation. A USPTO practice registration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Bar membership in a U.S. state, D.C., or Puerto Rico.
• Fifth-year level experience with appellate IP matters and federal regulatory analysis.
• Experience in writing detailed legal documents and providing guidance to attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Provide sophisticated legal analysis on district court and appellate IP matters.
• Lead teams in researching authorities and precedents.
• Draft briefs, issue papers, and policy statements with recommendations.

Skills

Appellate litigation

Legal research

Policy writing

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The U.S. International Trade Commission seeks an attorney at the GS-15 level with substantial appellate IP experience and bar membership. The role focuses on district court and appellate litigation involving intellectual property and complex regulatory issues.

Applicants must maintain good standing as a member of the Bar in a U.S. state or territory, D.C., or Puerto Rico, and should be prepared to provide supporting documentation. A USPTO practice registration is preferred.