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The Environmental Torts Section, Civil Division, U.S. Department of Justice defends the United States in complex, high stakes civil litigation in federal courts nationwide. Its attorneys directly handle all aspects of wrongful death, personal injury, and property damage cases that often involve hundreds, even thousands, of plaintiffs. The cases typically stem from alleged exposure to environmental contaminants, such as biological agents, chemicals, and other substances. They also involve complex issues of causation, novel issues of federal and state law, and numerous expert witnesses. Given its unique expertise, the section has primary litigation responsibility for all suits brought against the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act where the alleged injuries/damages are attributed to some form of an environmental contaminant. Many of the section's cases are litigated as mass torts or multidistrict litigations. Mass tort cases being litigated by the section relate to: alleged damage to water systems and personal injury claims due to the military's use of per-fluorinated compounds in firefighting; personal injury claims stemming from EPA's oversight of state and local entities involved in the Flint water crisis; natural resource damage and personal injury claims related to an alleged heavy metals release during an EPA investigation at Gold King Mine in Colorado; personal injury claims related to alleged groundwater contamination at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; World War II era chromium contamination from a former Air Force base in California allegedly causing groundwater contamination; and damages from alleged contamination and remediation at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard. Complex jurisdictional questions, a need for creative case-management solutions, and overlapping issues of history, law, and science are often the norm. At capacity, the section is comprised of approximately thirty attorneys and ten members of support staff.

More info at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-tortsetl

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This position reports to the Deputy General Counsel.  However, the incumbent also has significant collaborative interaction with the General Counsel and attorney colleagues in the office.  The work of the attorney selected for this position involves research, review, and analysis of relevant administrative and judicial decisions and other applicable authorities to provide legal advice or opinions to constituent clients to assist them to formulate administrative policy or to make difficult management decisions; providing written advice on the legal ramifications of new or proposed regulations; and reviewing agency policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, recommending changes, as necessary.  The attorney chosen for this position may have opportunities to conduct or be involved in administrative litigation, including representing JMD in bid protests at the Government Accountability Office, contract disputes at the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals, employment discrimination matters at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, personnel and whistleblower matters at the Merit Systems Protection Board, and, as appropriate, to assist litigating divisions and USAOs when JMD matters are in the federal courts.  The selectee will have opportunities to advise contracting personnel on an on-going basis about Department procurements.  The selectee may also have opportunities for involvement in cooperative work with attorneys and executives of other components and agencies regarding matters, initiatives, or projects of mutual concern or interagency responsibility, including working closely with the Office of Inspector General with regard to debarments and suspensions.

More info at Attorney Advisor/ Assistant General Counsel

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The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland is seeking applications from attorneys who are willing to accept unpaid temporary positions that offer a valuable opportunity to gain exposure to the work of an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) without making a long-term commitment. Successful applicants will serve as Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys (SAUSAs) in the Greenbelt office with responsibilities for collateral litigation that may include legal research and brief writing in the subject matter areas of the First Step Act, including compassionate release; assisting others in the Office with the preparation of First Step Act motions and other collateral matters; arguing motions and handling sentencing and other proceedings related to collateral matters; providing support to the Bench in addressing First Step Act and other post-litigation issues; and potentially handling proceedings in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. SAUSAs will also have opportunities to observe a wide range of legal proceedings. These positions require a minimum commitment of six months and may continue for up to one year. SAUSAs will not be hired by this office as Assistant U.S. Attorneys during their SAUSA terms. They may apply for AUSA positions in the Office after completing their service as SAUSAs.

More info at Uncompensated Special Assistant United States Attorney

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· Defend the FBI throughout all phases of employment litigation, including class actions, pending nationwide before the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Merit System Protection Board (“MSPB”) and in ensuing appeals.

· Defend the FBI in whistleblower retaliation cases.

· Assist in representing the FBI in personnel-related litigation in the federal courts of the United States.

· Provide legal advice and guidance to the highest levels of FBI management on all aspects of personnel-related issues.

More info at Employment Law General Attorney

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• Prepare detailed advisory opinions, legal briefs, memoranda and/or reports outlining and analyzing facts and legal issues, explaining the application of complex legal priniciples and precedents, and documenting recommendations for conclusion/resolution.
• Review and analyze the most complex and controversial factual and legal issues presented to determine what further facts are needed and what legal source are applicable.
• Provides guidance and assistance to executive management, supervisors and staff, on human resource management issues in concert with appropriate HRB staff.

More info at General Attorney

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The International Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property (ICHIP) Attorney Advisor will work to assist prosecutors and other justice sector officials in his/her respective region to improve their countries’ ability to effectively investigate and prosecute intellectual property (IP) crime, cybercrime and cyber-enabled crime as well as utilize digital/electronic evidence. The ICHIP will provide assistance on a variety of criminal justice projects including:

• Assessing the capacity of law enforcement authorities throughout the region to enforce intellectual property rights (IPR), combat cybercrime, and gather electronic evidence;
• Developing and deliver training designed to enhance the capacity of justice sector personnel to enforce IPR, combat cybercrime, and gather electronic evidence;
• Assisting in developing or strengthening institutions dedicated to enforcing IPR, combatting cybercrime and gathering electronic evidence;
• Monitoring regional trends in IPR protection and computer crimes; and
• Providing expert assistance in support of the United States’ IPR and cybercrime policies and initiatives in the region.

The ICHIP is anticipated to be stationed at the U.S. Embassy in Bucharest, Romania, and will have regional responsibilities for Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe and Central Asia.

More info at International Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property (ICHIP) Attorney Advisor, Romania

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The Attorney Advisor for OVT is responsible for developing and implementing programs to achieve OVT’s goals of (1) supporting U.S. victims of terrorism overseas by helping them navigate foreign criminal justice systems; and (2) advocating for their voices to be heard around the world. The Attorney Advisor will also serve as a liaison to other government offices in the Justice Department, State Department, and other governmental agencies involved in the investigation and prosecution of international terrorism. The Attorney Advisor is responsible for monitoring the investigation and prosecution of terrorist attacks against Americans abroad, and working with other Justice Department components and the FBI to support U.S. victims and their families in efforts to obtain information, be present during foreign terrorism prosecutions, and have a voice during the proceedings, as permitted by foreign law. The Attorney Advisor will design procedures, programs, and policies to assist victims to receive the rights and services to which they are entitled under foreign law.

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Estate Planning/Estate Administration Attorney - Paley Rothman, a nationally recognized suburban law firm conveniently located in downtown Bethesda, one block from the metro, is seeking an attorney with 2 to 4 years of experience in estate planning and estate administration. LLM in taxation is a plus.

Admitted to practice in Maryland required. Admitted to practice in Virginia is a plus.

We are looking for a talented, organized and creative individual who will prepare estate planning documents, help determine estate planning strategies, and meet with clients. The job is fast paced but affords a great work-life balance and the ability to grow your own practice.  Paley Rothman offers a sophisticated legal practice, collegial work atmosphere, superior training and growth potential.

Please submit cover letter and resume to careers@paleyrothman.com

Subject line: Estate Planning Attorney

Paley Rothman is committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting persons in all job classifications in accordance with our equal opportunity core values, and ensuring that all personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, genetic information, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe that everyone must be treated fairly, with respect, and in a manner free from discrimination and harassment.

Job Description: 

The position is located in the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA), Office of Legal Programs, in Washington, D.C. Duties include:

- Supervise a team of approximately seven paralegals who have expertise in debt collection related policies, procedures, and system protocols (Financial Litigation Regional Program Specialists) located in United States Attorneys' Offices (USAOs) throughout the United States.
- Provide expert legal advice and guidance to all USAOs on civil and criminal debt collection and enforcement matters, and serve as a technical resource.
- Coordinate the drafting, review, maintenance, and periodic updating of financial litigation related manuals, publications, and guidance materials produced for the USAO community.
- Provide complex analytical expertise to EOUSA management and personnel, the USAO community, and other Department of Justice components on USAO financial litigation activities and issues.
- Provide oral and written legal advice, analysis, interpretations, and guidance on complex and multifaceted debt collection and judgment enforcement legal issues, policies, and processes.
- Draft and/or review complex legal documents and advisory opinions.
- Continuously evaluate the program and identify opportunities to improve quality and efficiency; coordinate with EOUSA management to develop or revise formal program objectives and apply criteria to assess the effectiveness of staff activities.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

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OIP is hiring multiple FOIA Attorneys to work on OIP’s Administrative Appeals Staff.  The incumbent will perform varied legal work involving the interpretation and application of laws, executive orders, regulations, precedents, and agency practices relating to the FOIA. Specific responsibilities may include:

• Recommending proposed actions to be taken in the adjudication of administrative FOIA appeals by evaluating actions taken by Department of Justice components in processing initial FOIA requests;
• Conducting legal research and providing legal advice involving inquiries and assignments related to the application of FOIA access laws;
• Developing a mastery of assigned area(s) of expertise and updating corresponding section(s) of the United States Department of Justice Guide to the Freedom of Information Act;
• Providing expert advice and guidance to agency personnel concerning the application of the FOIA;
• Providing instructional training and guidance to various federal Departments regarding compliance with the FOIA; and
• Providing written and oral legal advice to litigators, or infrequently serving as litigators in defending certain FOIA lawsuits.

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