Trial Attorney
What you'd do
The mission of the Antitrust Division is to promote competition by enforcing the antitrust laws to protect economic freedom and opportunity on behalf of the American people. The Antitrust Division has openings for Trial Attorneys to join its dedicated team and gain invaluable experience working in the public interest to protect the competitive process. Are you ready to contribute to matters of national importance that promote a competitive and productive American economy?
Major duties
The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking highly qualified attorneys to serve as Trial Attorneys in its Appellate Section, based in Washington, DC. The Appellate Section is an active office that deals routinely with complex issues on the cutting edge of civil and criminal enforcement of the antitrust laws and related statutes. For one position we are seeking someone with a background in criminal law. These positions are in Washington, DC. The Appellate Section represents the United States in the courts of appeals in all Division enforcement proceedings and as amicus curiae in select private antitrust actions. As a Trial Attorney in the Appellate office, you will: Represent the United States in cases to which it is a party or is participating as amicus curiae in the courts of appeals, including the most complex cases; analyzing all relevant legal, factual, and strategic issues presented. Prepare briefs, motions, responses, and other necessary filings, ensuring compliance with all applicable rules. Present oral arguments. Consult as appropriate with trial counsel, Division supervisors, senior Division managers, representatives of other Division components, agency counsel, and counsel for other affected components. Negotiate with opposing counsel, agency counsel, and court officials, as appropriate. In conjunction with the Office of the Solicitor General, represent the United States in cases to which it is a party or participating as amicus curiae in the Supreme Court. Make recommendations as to whether review should be sought in the courts of appeals or the Supreme Court in cases to which the United States is a party. Make recommendations as to whether the United States should participate, and as to the position it should take, as amicus curiae in private cases, including cases involving highly complex issues of substantial precedential significance. Prepare memoranda, in connection with potential trials and appeals, analyzing all relevant legal, factual, policy, and strategic issues; consult with affected components of the Division, Department, and other Executive Branch components, as well as Division supervisors and agency counsel. Research and provide authoritative advice on all legal and policy issues of relevance to the Division's work. Please note: Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.
What you need to qualify
Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed in this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this position, your resume and supporting documentation will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. To qualify, an applicant must: Be a citizen of the United States; Possess a J.D. or equivalent degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one and one-half years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; two and one-half years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-14 level, and/or at least four years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-15 level; Have experience practicing federal antitrust law (and, for one of the two positions, criminal law), and Demonstrate excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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