Trial Attorney - Land Acquisition Section (Open Continuous)

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Energy and Natural Resources Division seeks experienced civil litigators to acquire real property for the United States through litigation and title review, with interagency collaboration for national parks, military sites, and infrastructure projects.

Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be admitted to a U.S. bar in good standing, and be a U.S. citizen or national. Salary depends on GS grade (GS-13–GS-15) in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree is required and bar admission in good standing.
• U.S. citizenship or national status required.
• Years of post-J.D. experience determine GS grade level: 1.5+ for GS-13, 2.5+ for GS-14, 4+ for GS-15.

Responsibilities

• Litigate to acquire real property on behalf of the United States.
• Perform title reviews as part of the property acquisition process.
• Collaborate with federal agencies on projects spanning national parks, military installations, and critical infrastructure.

Skills

Litigation experience

Administrative law

Environmental law

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Energy and Natural Resources Division is seeking experienced civil litigators for the Land Acquisition Section. This Section is responsible for acquiring real property on behalf of the United States through litigation, title review, and collaboration with agencies for purposes ranging from establishing national parks, expanding military installations, rebuilding energy and transportation systems, and facilitating border security.

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S. citizen or national. Applicants must have the years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal experience for the specific grade level requirements listed below:

• At least 1.5 years of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level.
• At least 2.5 years of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-14 grade level.
• At least 4 years of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-15 grade level.

Experience in litigation, administrative law, and/or environmental law is highly desirable.

Years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range for Washington D.C.:

• GS-13 ($121,785 - $158,322)
• GS-14 ($143,913 - $187,093)
• GS-15 ($169,279 - $197,200)