Below is a list of current attorney and legal internship vacancies at the U.S. Department of Justice. Please post on your internal sites and distribute to any interested audience, including law student organizations and other affinity groups.

The Department of Justice places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified individuals from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.  We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in positively contributing to Justice and hope that you will consider joining the dedicated public servants at the Department of Justice.  To learn more about Justice and our legal careers, please visit our website at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers.

In addition, DOJ is seeking a Chief Diversity Officer at the Senior Level (SL). The application period is January 28, 2022 – February 11, 2022. Please see the web link to the vacancy announcement for additional information:

• https://www.usajobs.gov/job/633954500 (open to the public)
• https://www.usajobs.gov/job/633954700 (open to current and former competitive service employees

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

Departmental Appeals Board 

Attorney Advisor – Multiple Vacancies 

The Departmental Appeals Board at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is  seeking attorney advisors in its Washington, D.C. office. 

WHO MAY APPLY: This announcement is open to all US Citizens and may be used to fill multiple  vacancies. 

The Departmental Appeals Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will  receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin,  political affiliation, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic  information, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non-merit factors.  

DUTY STATION: Washington, D.C. 

GRADE: Positions at the following grade levels may be filled through this announcement:  GS-905-11/12/13 Career Ladder* Attorney Advisor 

*A career ladder position means the employee is eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level, up to the full performance level of their position, after certain time-in-grade and  performance requirements have been met. For example, if an employee is hired at the GS-11 level, the employee may be eligible for promotion to GS-12 after 52-weeks of performance at  the “Fully Successful” level, and so on, up to GS-13. 

OPEN PERIOD: This announcement will remain open until all positions have been filled.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

JOB SUMMARY: The Departmental Appeals Board (DAB), a staff division within the Office of the  Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), is seeking attorney advisors. While the DAB is  primarily seeking multiple experienced attorneys to serve in the Medicare Operations Division,  it may consider applicants under this announcement for placement in one of its other divisions,  depending on agency need and relevant qualifications. 

The DAB provides impartial, independent hearings and appellate reviews, and issues final  agency decisions under more than 60 statutory provisions governing HHS programs, and  provides alternative dispute resolution and mediation services for DAB cases and the HHS  workplace.  

DAB’s mission is to provide fast, low-cost, high-quality adjudication and other conflict  resolution services in administrative disputes involving HHS, and to maintain efficient and 

responsive business practices. Cases typically involve outside parties who disagree with a  determination made by an HHS agency or its contractor. Work is performed in a fast-paced,  collegial, and professional environment. 

The DAB consists of four adjudicatory divisions, an Alternative Dispute Resolution Division, and  the Immediate Office of the Chair.  

Civil Remedies Division-HHS/SSA Programs (CRD-HHS): CRD-HHS staff support Administrative  Law Judges (ALJs) who conduct adversarial hearings on a broad range of issues that are critical  to HHS healthcare program integrity efforts, as well as quality of care concerns. 

Civil Remedies Division-FDA Tobacco Program (CRD-T): CRD-T staff support ALJs in the Tobacco  Program who conduct adversarial hearings in actions where the Center for Tobacco Products  seeks to impose a CMP or No-Tobacco-Sale Order against a tobacco retailer who sells tobacco  products in violation of the Tobacco Control Act. 

Appellate Division: Appellate staff support five Board Members who act in panels of three. The  Board serves as the final level of agency review for cases decided by ALJs in CRD-HHS and CRD T. In addition, the Board has original jurisdiction to decide cases involving HHS mandatory and  discretionary grant funding (e.g., Head Start terminations and Medicaid disallowances), and  challenge to the validity of Medicare National Coverage Determinations. In these cases, Board  Members conduct de novo reviews and may hold evidentiary hearings. 

Medicare Operations Division (MOD): MOD staff support Administrative Appeals Judges (AAJ)  on the Medicare Appeals Council (Council). The Council serves as the final level of agency  review for individual claims of entitlement to Medicare and for Medicare coverage and  payment. The Council conducts de novo review of decisions issued by ALJs in the Office of  Medicare Hearings and Appeals.  

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Division: ADR staff support the Chair in her role as HHS’s  Dispute Resolution Specialist. ADR staff provide mediation services for DAB cases, and the HHS  workplace. ADR staff also provide policy guidance, training, and information on ADR techniques  

(including negotiated rulemaking – a collaborative process for developing regulations with  interested stakeholders). 

DUTIES: Duties may include: 

• Provide authoritative legal advice, staff support, and assistance to Board Members,  ALJs, AAJs, Division Directors, or others involved in matters for which the assigned  Division is responsible, on substantive and procedural issues. 

• Review and analyze complex issues in assigned cases to resolve legal disputes. • Prepare drafts of decisions, rulings, orders or memoranda containing legal analyses. • Serve as the DAB representative in dealings with the parties in an assigned case or  with others.

• Provide assistance to lower level attorneys in particular types of cases, as assigned. • Complete other assignments and special projects, as assigned. 

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Not required 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to  determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed on this announcement. Salary  will be commensurate with education and experience. 

All applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications: 

Education: Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a school of law  accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). (Must provide transcripts prior to selection) 

Bar Membership: Must possess a current active bar membership in good standing. Admission  to the bar of any State, territory, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, or  Federal Court is acceptable. (Must provide a copy of active bar membership prior to selection) 

Starting grade will be determined based on the selectee’s professional experience, as well as  available positions and budget.  

Additional experience may be required depending on starting grade level*:  

• At the GS-11: You must possess up to two years of professional legal experience post bar  admission. 

• At the GS-12: You must possess at least two years of professional legal experience post bar  admission, with at least one year of professional legal experience post bar admission  equivalent to the GS-11 level. 

• At the GS-13: You must possess at least three years of professional legal experience post  bar admission, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-12 level. *Preference will be  given to candidates who possess four years of professional legal experience post bar  admission and relevant work experience. 

*The above requirements are minimum qualifications for each grade level, and are provided for reference only. Actual salary and grade level may vary based on relevant work experience and  assignment, as well as administrative need and available budget. 

Prior clerkship, litigation, and/or substantive legal writing experience preferred. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Registered or exempt from Selective Service (www.sss.gov) 

• If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for  all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion  of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. 

• Two-year probationary period may be required. 

• If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for  purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be  verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. 

• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct  deposit to a financial institution of their choice. 

• Financial disclosure statement may be required. 

• In accordance with Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be  fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or  work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as  required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19  and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before appointment or  onboarding with the agency. The agency will provide additional information  regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can  request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement. 

• In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 14, 1986, The Department  of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The Federal  government, as the largest employer in the Nation, can and should show the way  towards achieving drug-free workplaces through programs designed to offer drug  users a helping hand, and at the same time demonstrating to drug users and  potential drug users that drugs will not be tolerated in the Federal workplace. The  use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only  with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust  placed in such employees as servants of the public. Applicants tentatively selected  for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use  prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug  testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the  position will be contingent upon a negative applicant drug test result. In order to  demonstrate commitment to the HHS goal of a drug-free workplace and to set an  example for other Federal employees, employees not in a testing designated  position may volunteer for unannounced random testing by notifying their Drug-free  Federal Workplace Program Point of Contact upon hiring. 

• Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses may be paid: No• Bargaining Unit Position: Yes 

• Recruitment incentives may be authorized: No 

• Student loan repayment incentive may be authorized: No 

• Annual leave for non-federal service may be authorized: No 

• Telework Eligible: Yes (per agency policy). Incumbent will be required to report to  Washington, D.C. as primary duty station.

• Acceptance of an excepted service appointment from applicants in the competitive  service will require a written statement of understanding when voluntarily leaving  the competitive service. 

• This position does not confer non-competitive conversion to the competitive service. 

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY: Please submit the following documents through this announcement  or by email at DABCareers@hhs.gov: 

• Cover letter (Optional) 

• Resume 

• One legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages). 

Legislative Information Specialist

Open and Close Dates: 12/21/2021 to 02/1/2022

Salary: $60,129 - $78,167 per year

Number of vacancies: 1

The Congressional Research Service (CRS), Office of Legislative Information Services (LIS) is accepting applications under its 2022 Graduate Recruit Program for a Legislative Information Specialist.

About the CRS Graduate Recruit Program

Initial appointments under the CRS Graduate Recruit Program will be made for a period up to 120 days.  Initial appointments are expected to convert to permanent, contingent upon the participant’s successful performance, completion of all degree requirements, and availability of funding. Those students who return to school to complete their advanced degree program may be eligible for a permanent position once they obtain their degree.

About CRS

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress, CRS experts assist at every stage of the legislative process—from the early considerations that precede bill drafting, through committee hearings and floor debate, to the oversight of enacted laws and various agency activities.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees. 

Job Responsibilities:

Working with both legislative information and congressional client information, the selectee will: track measures through the legislative process from introduction, floor proceedings in both chambers, multiple amendment processes, committee and subcommittee actions, and approval or veto by the President; evaluate legislative actions and documents; contribute to the processes of subject term assignment; and maintain quality control over legislative metadata and authority records to ensure accuracy, timeliness, availability, and reliability. The Legislative Information Specialist will perform this work in a digital online environment.

This candidate should have solid computer skills, including skills needed to work with databases, spreadsheets, and web applications in a network environment. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in or graduating from a Master’s program in Library and Information Science and have coursework or experience in legal research and/or political science. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, as well as strong collaborative skills are also valued. Strong attention to detail is required.

This position is not eligible for permanent remote telework.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity.  Interested applicants must apply online at USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/628152700.  

Please help us improve our recruitment efforts by letting us know how you heard about the position.  This question is asked in the application process.  

The Department of Justice, Tax Division, is looking for experienced attorneys for its Civil Trial Sections. You can apply here. We need talented, adaptable litigators to represent the United States in federal district and bankruptcy courts around the country. Familiarity with tax law is helpful but not necessary. More important is your ability to plot a course through complex litigation, write a brief, examine a witness, and try the case.

The Tax Division is also seeking experienced attorneys for the Criminal Enforcement Sections. Litigation experience is required, and criminal prosecution experience is preferred. Knowledge of tax law is useful, but not required. You can learn more details about the position and apply here.

The Division is interested in attorneys who have a passion for litigation, a deep commitment to public service, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Federal internal revenue laws touch everyone in the United States. It is our job to make sure those laws are enforced fully, fairly, and consistently, maintaining confidence in the integrity of the tax system and the everyday rule of law.

To do that, we seek to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflect the diversity of American society.  We seek to foster the success of every employee by valuing and building upon the unique skills and experiences that each individual brings to the workplace. We welcome applicants of all ages, from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, political affiliations, marital or parental status, religious backgrounds, with or without disabilities, and with or without military service.

Please consider applying—and please pass this message along to anyone who might be interested.

In case it is helpful, here are the web addresses for the hiring announcements hyperlinked above:

Civil Trial Sections – closes February 7, 2022

•            USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/630167700       

•            DOJ Legal Careers Announcement:  https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-564

Criminal Enforcement Sections - closes February 7, 2022

•            USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/630184600          

•            DOJ Legal Careers Announcement: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-565

Boutique plaintiff-side labor and employment law firm seeks to add two attorneys with litigation experience and a demonstrated commitment to civil rights.  EMPLOYMENT LAW EXPERIENCE PREFERRED.  One position will handle individual federal sector EEO and MSPB matters, sexual harassment, discrimination and retaliation, employee discipline, whistleblower issues, contracts, and other employment-related matters. The other position will focus on class, collective, and multi-plaintiff litigation typically involving wage theft, sexual harassment, discrimination and retaliation, employee discipline, whistleblower retaliation, and union-related contract violations. Responsibilities will include all aspects of litigation, including investigating claims; filing cases; discovery; mediation and/or settlement negotiations; arbitration, hearing, and/or trial; and appeals. The attorneys will work directly with clients and other attorneys in the firm both independently and in a team environment. The position involving class, collective, and multi-plaintiff litigation requires travel.                                                               

Candidates must be motivated and possess the ability to work well on a team, but also be energetic self-starters with initiative.  The position requires outstanding research and writing skills, the ability to communicate effectively, a creative approach to litigation, and a commitment to social justice.  NO telephone calls.  All employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless there is a legally authorized exemption. To apply please submit a cover letter, resume, references, transcript, and independent writing sample to recruitment@kcnlaw.com.  For more information about the firm, visit www.kcnfdc.com.

DISCOVERY COUNSEL

FIRM OVERVIEW

Berger Montague PC is a nationally renowned civil litigation firm consisting of over 65 attorneys. The Firm pioneered the use of class actions in antitrust and securities litigation, and since then, has expanded the use of class actions in the fields of consumer, employment, environmental, and insurance litigation, as well as in the areas of civil and human rights. 

Berger Montague’s antitrust department has recovered billions of dollars for the victims of antitrust violations. As a result of our success and skill, Berger Montague is routinely appointed by federal courts to serve in leadership roles in complex antitrust class actions.

Berger Montague PC is currently seeking to fill a Discovery Counsel position with 5/6+ years of experience in document review. The Discovery Counsel position will have the ability to work remotely.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates should have 5/6+ years of experience in document review in antitrust class action cases.

• Candidates should have excellent academic credentials as well as strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills.

• Candidates must have a strong work ethic, a commitment to social and economic justice, and an ability to manage and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

• Candidates must be available to travel on occasion.

• Candidates should be licensed to practice law in the United States. 

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Goula, HR Generalist (jgoula@bm.net).  Please include “Discovery Counsel” in the subject line.

Berger Montague PC is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace.  All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply. 

SENIOR ANTITRUST ASSOCIATE

FIRM OVERVIEW

Berger Montague PC is a nationally renowned civil litigation firm consisting of over 65 attorneys. The Firm pioneered the use of class actions in antitrust and securities litigation, and since then, has expanded the use of class actions in the fields of consumer, employment, environmental, and insurance litigation, as well as in the areas of civil and human rights. 

Berger Montague’s antitrust department has recovered billions of dollars for the victims of antitrust violations. As a result of our success and skill, Berger Montague is routinely appointed by federal courts to serve in leadership roles in complex antitrust class actions.

Berger Montague PC is currently seeking an Antitrust Associate with 6+ years of experience in antitrust litigation. Candidates should be able to work from our offices in Philadelphia, Washington D.C., or San Francisco and be a member in good standing of a bar within the United States. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates should have 6+ years of experience in antitrust litigation.

• Candidates should have excellent academic credentials as well as strong analytical, research, writing, and organizational skills. Prior federal judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

• Candidates must have a strong work ethic, a commitment to social and economic justice, and an ability to manage and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

• Candidates must be available to travel on occasion.

• Candidates should be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, Washington DC, or California.

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Goula, HR Generalist (jgoula@bm.net).  Please include “Antitrust Associate” in the subject line.

Berger Montague PC is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace.  All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply. 

• JUNIOR-TO-MID-LEVEL ANTITRUST ASSOCIATE

  FIRM OVERVIEW

  Berger Montague PC is a nationally renowned civil litigation firm consisting of over 65 attorneys. The Firm pioneered the use of class actions in antitrust and securities litigation, and since then, has expanded the use of class actions in the fields of consumer, employment, environmental, and insurance litigation, as well as in the areas of civil and human rights. 

  Berger Montague’s antitrust department has recovered billions of dollars for the victims of antitrust violations. As a result of our success and skill, Berger Montague is routinely appointed by federal courts to serve in leadership roles in complex antitrust class actions.

  Berger Montague PC is currently seeking an Antitrust Associate with 2-4 years of experience in sophisticated litigation. Candidates should be able to work from our offices in Philadelphia, Washington D.C., or San Francisco and be a member in good standing of a bar within the United States.

  QUALIFICATIONS

• •  Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience litigating complex cases in federal court, antitrust experience preferred but not required.
• • Candidates should have excellent academic credentials as well as strong analytical, research, writing, and organizational skills. Prior federal judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
  • Candidates must have a strong work ethic, a commitment to social and economic justice, and an ability to manage and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Candidates must be available to travel on occasion.
  • Candidates should be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, Washington DC, or California.

  To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Goula, HR Generalist (jgoula@bm.net).  Please include “Antitrust Associate” in the subject line.

  Berger Montague PC is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse workplace.  All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply. 

   

Position Overview:

Are you a highly motivated professional with a background in technology and other commercial transactions? Do you enjoy critical thinking, problem solving, interacting and collaborating with personnel across departments and divisions? The General Corporate Department of the Legal Division (Legal GCD) is seeking an attorney to join its legal staff as Assistant General Counsel.

Apply now and learn more about our benefits and why there’s #MoreAtFreddieMac!

Our Impact:

Attorneys in the Legal GCD are key advisors to Freddie Mac with regard to various corporate legal matters, including contracting, information technology, privacy, information security, intellectual property, corporate real estate, corporate insurance, and other areas of general corporate practice.

Your Impact:

Serve as legal counsel providing legal analysis and advice

• Reviewing requests for proposals (RFPs), drafting, negotiating, and interpreting agreements with third parties providing services and technology to Freddie Mac, including outsourcing agreements, cloud-based service agreements, intellectual property licenses, confidentiality agreements and consulting agreements

• Advising clients with respect to legal issues arising in the context of these agreements, including compliance, privacy, data security, intellectual property and liability issues

• Assisting clients with disputes

• Providing timely, practical and sound advice to clients with respect to various other general corporate matters as they arise, including information-technology related issues, corporate real estate, corporate insurance, intellectual property issues, and privacy issues

• Developing training for clients and other attorneys

Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited U.S. law school and bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction

• At least 8-10 years of legal experience dealing with sophisticated contracts, preferably at a major law firm or corporate law department

• Strong legal analytical and drafting skills

• Experience with software-as-a-service (SaaS) and other technology-related transactions is preferred

Keys to Success in this Role:

• Ability to provide sound legal and business counsel, while clearly distinguishing between the two

• Ability to work comfortably and routinely as part of a team and to cooperate across organizational boundaries

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple pending matters

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

• Accountability for timeliness and results

• Ability to work well with peers and to communicate to ensure consistency of legal advice and negotiating positions

• Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with third parties, including customers, regulators, and vendors

• Ability to accept feedback with a positive, learning mentality

• Outstanding oral presentation and persuasion skills

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you’ll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.