Trial Attorney: Federal Defense & Policy (In-Person)

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act Office seeks attorneys to defend the United States, Executive Office of the President, and agencies in federal district court cases challenging policy legality. The branch's work touches on many areas of government.

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and licensed to practice law.
• Active bar member in good standing in any State or DC.
• Post-J.D. legal experience required for GS levels as specified.

Responsibilities

• Defend the United States and federal agencies in federal district court cases.
• Advise on policy challenges and governance-related litigation.
• Work in-person five days a week in the DC area; manage complex litigation responsibilities.

Skills

Bar admission

Federal practice

Toxic tort litigation

eDiscovery

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act Office seeks attorneys to defend the United States, Executive Office of the President, and agencies in federal district court cases challenging policy legality. The branch's work touches on many areas of government.

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in