Trial Attorney - Civil Litigation in Natural Resources

Energy & Natural Resources Division; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy & Natural Resources Division's Natural Resources Section (NRS) seeks a civil litigation attorney with the ability to manage complex cases across discovery, briefs, negotiations, and trial. The ideal candidate will handle duties from motions and depositions to oral arguments and trials, working with clients and experts to advance national interests under federal law.

Applicants should demonstrate substantial civil litigation experience, comfort with multi-tasking, and a collaborative

Qualifications

• Substantial civil litigation experience with discovery, expert engagement, and trial preparation.
• Ability to draft substantive briefs and negotiate settlements or mediations.
• Experience appearing in court to argue motions and conduct trials.

Responsibilities

• Handle discovery, depositions, and evidentiary issues.
• Draft and argue motions and briefs in complex civil cases.
• Coordinate with experts and program staff to build cases for trial or settlement.
• Engage in negotiations and mediations to resolve disputes.
• Represent clients in court and at hearings, including trials.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Discovery

Drafting substantive briefs

Negotiations & mediations

Court motions & arguments

Trial advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Energy & Natural Resources Division's Natural Resources Section (NRS) seeks a civil litigation attorney with the ability to manage complex cases across discovery, briefs, negotiations, and trial. The ideal candidate will handle duties from motions and depositions to oral arguments and trials, working with clients and experts to advance national interests under federal law.

Applicants should demonstrate substantial civil litigation experience, comfort with multi-tasking, and a collaborative