Trial Attorney - Land Acquisition Section (Open Continuous)

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 is seeking experienced civil litigators for the Land Acquisition Section. This unit handles real property acquisition for federal projects through litigation, title review, and coordination with agencies.

Candidates must have a J.D., be admitted to a U.S. bar, and meet post-J.D. experience requirements for GS-13 to GS-15. Washington, DC salary ranges are GS-13: 121,785-158,322; GS-14: 143,913-187,093; GS-15: 169,279-197,200.

Qualifications

• Post-J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience required for GS-13/14/15 levels.
• Experience in litigation, administrative law, and/or environmental law is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation and title review for federal land acquisition.
• Collaborate with agencies to support national parks, military installations, and infrastructure projects.
• Advise on property interests and compliance with federal acquisition laws.

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)