Trial Attorney

The Special Litigation Section of the Civil Rights Division is seeking one or more experienced attorneys for the position of Trial Attorney to work on complex, pattern or practice investigations, litigation, and enforcement of settlement agreements and remedial orders that affect the constitutional and other federal rights of a substantial number of individuals. These matters are sensitive, of high public interest, and often involve working with disadvantaged or disenfranchised groups.

Duties

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Requirements

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Applicants must possess a J.D. from an American Bar Association-accredited law school, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and possess the minimum years of post-professional law degree experience commensurate with the grade level of eligibility, as shown below. Applicants must also demonstrate strong qualifications in :

Academic achievement

Substantive knowledge and expertise in applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Written and oral communication skills

Ability to analyze complex issues

Collaborative and productive work experience

Organizational skills

Professional judgment

Initiative

Ability to excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment

Outstanding professional references

Note : Possessing the minimum post-law degree legal experience does not guarantee selection at that grade level.

GS-13 - minimum 1.5 years post-JD legal experience

GS-14 - minimum 2.5 years post-JD legal experience

GS-15 - minimum 4 years post-JD legal experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with judicial clerkships (especially in federal court), law review, moot court, clinical experience, and working cooperatively with diverse groups such as charging parties, witnesses, respondents, disadvantaged or disenfranchised groups, opposing counsel, judicial or administrative officials, advocacy groups, law enforcement personnel, and other federal or state agencies are preferred but not required.

About the Department

The United States Department of Justice, also known as the Justice Department, is a federal executive department responsible for law enforcement and administration of justice in the U.S. Established in 1870, it oversees agencies including the U.S. Marshals Service, FBI, ATF, and DEA. The DOJ investigates financial fraud, represents the U.S. in legal matters, manages the federal prison system, and reviews local law enforcement conduct as mandated by law.

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