Trial Attorney (Federal Programs Branch).

Offices-to-go is looking for Trial Attorney (Federal Programs Branch). in Washington, DC.
This local job opportunity with ID 3729163420 is live since 2026-06-26 19:55:29.
Duties

Trial attorneys in the Federal Programs Branch are generalists who participate in significant, often high‑profile litigation across a broad range of practice areas. Trial attorneys are expected to handle all phases of district court litigation, including taking and defending depositions, managing written discovery, conducting legal research and analysis, writing briefs and other documents, attending court conferences, arguing motions, and conducting trials. As part of their work, trial attorneys communicate regularly with client agencies, Department of Justice leadership, opposing counsel, and others. Trial attorneys work on both individual and team cases in support of the Branch's and Department's mission of defending the interests of the United States.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Must complete a background investigation to include drug testing
• All male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must have registered for the selective service. If selected, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
• May require completion of a 2‑year trial period. (Please refer to the trial period statement under Qualifications.)
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment / duty location.
• It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug‑free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment.
• Financial disclosure: If selected, you will be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.

Qualifications

• To qualify at the GS‑11 grade level, applicants must have up to one (1) year of legal experience.
• To qualify at the GS‑12 grade level, applicants must have minimum (1) or more years post‑J.D. legal experience.
• To qualify at the GS‑13 grade level, applicants must possess at least one and one‑half (1.5) years of post‑J.D. legal experience.
• To qualify at the GS‑14 grade level, applicants must possess at least two and one‑half (2.5) years of post‑J.D. legal experience.
• To qualify at the GS‑15 grade level, applicants must possess at least four (4) years of post‑J.D. legal experience.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with proven advocacy and legal writing skills preferred. Experience drafting and arguing motions, handling discovery, taking and defending depositions, developing expert witness testimony, and trying cases are highly desirable.

Trial Period Statement

As a condition of employment for accepting this position in accordance with section 11.5 of Executive Order 14284, you will be required to serve a 2‑year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• Your performance and conduct;
• The needs and interests of the agency;
• Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government;
• Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre‑accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov.

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of credibility of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at…

All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Additional Information

The Division plans to onboard new attorneys by September 6, 2026, with recruitment incentives contingent upon the availability of funding. Because the onboarding process can be lengthy and funding is limited, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their completed application as soon as possible for consideration.

Applicants approved for a signing bonus must sign a service agreement prior to onboarding, committing to a two (2) year service period.

Applicants who are currently employed by the federal government are not eligible for a recruitment incentive.

Veteran Preference

If you are entitled to or claim veterans' preference (VP), you should indicate the type of veteran preference (5 or 10 points) you are claiming on your resume. In order to determine your eligibility, you can find additional information at…

Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. If you are claiming 10‑point preference, submit Standard Form (SF‑15), Application for 10‑Point Veterans' Preference, and provide the supporting documents required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website…)

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.

Schedule A

DOJ welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department. DOJ also encourages eligible Schedule A applicants to submit their resumes to resume@benderconsult.com, and reference "Federal Career Opportunities" in the subject line. Additional information is found at…

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs

Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non‑compliance directly to the hiring office using the contact information listed in the announcement.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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