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State Street

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  Senior Legal Counsel (VP) - Global Markets, OTC Derivatives (FX, Rates, Equities)
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 Our firm is a leading CFTC- and SEC-registered swap dealer specializing in over-the-counter (OTC) foreign exchange (FX), interest rate and equity derivatives. We provide innovative financial solutions to a diverse range of institutional clients globally.
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 We are seeking an experienced Vice President &amp; Senior Counsel to join our Legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal counsel on regulatory, transactional, and operational matters related to our OTC derivatives businesses, with a particular focus on FX, interest rate derivatives and equity swaps.
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   Provide comprehensive legal support for the firm's OTC derivatives businesses, specializing in FX, interest rate derivatives and equity swaps
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   Oversee the negotiation of ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, Master Confirmation Agreements and other derivatives documentation
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   Advise on CFTC and SEC regulations, applicable bank regulation, Dodd-Frank compliance, and other applicable regulatory requirements for swap dealers
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   Support new product development by identifying and addressing legal and regulatory considerations
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   Collaborate with business, operations, and compliance teams to ensure regulatory compliance in trading activities
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   Monitor regulatory developments and provide strategic advice on implementation of new regulations
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   Represent the firm in industry groups and regulatory discussions
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   Manage relationships with external counsel on complex matters
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   Provide training to business units on relevant legal and regulatory issues
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   JD degree from an accredited law school
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   5+ years of relevant legal experience in derivatives, swap dealer regulation, prime brokerage or related financial transactions
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   In-depth knowledge of CFTC, SEC and bank regulations applicable to swap dealers
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   Strong understanding of Dodd-Frank Title VII, EMIR, and other global derivatives regulations
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   Extensive experience with ISDA documentation
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   Previous experience at a financial institution, law firm with strong financial services practice, or regulatory agency
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   Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
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   Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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   Ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal colleagues
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 The role is located in State Street&rsquo;s offices in Boston, MA or in Jersey City, NJ
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   Results oriented with strong project management and execution skills;
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   Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with ability to sustain strong relationships with clients, peers and staff;
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   Ability to interact with multiple levels in an organization and in multiple jurisdictions;
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   Keen understanding of market practice impacting the business lines in the relevant jurisdictions and ability to work with business units to achieve practical solutions within applicable regulatory and risk parameters;
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   Strong time management, planning and organizational skills;
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 State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we&rsquo;re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we&rsquo;ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data &amp; analytics, investment research &amp; trading and investment management to institutional clients.
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 We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You&rsquo;ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
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 We truly believe our employees&rsquo; diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
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 $130,000 - $238,750 Annual
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 Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
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 We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you&rsquo;ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
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 As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Legal - Senior Legal Counsel (VP) - Global Markets, OTC Derivatives (FX, Rates, Equities)

Motional

<div><p><b>Motional's global headquarters are located at 100 Northern Avenue in Boston, MA. Nestled in the bustling Seaport district with sweeping views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston, the office is located close to major transit lines and a quick walk to various restaurants and popular attractions.</b></p>
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This role is hybrid from our Boston office. It requires two in-office days each week, ideally Tuesday and Thursday.</b><br>
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<b>Mission Summary:</b></p>
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We are looking for an energetic and self-starting<b> </b>Corporate or Commercial Counsel<b> </b>to lead our legal team at Motional. You will be part of a collaborative, innovative team, working on projects that will change the future of mobility. We are a collegial and hardworking team. We provide top notch legal services to our business partners as we work to make driverless vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. You must be a team player and also capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you should be proactive, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively.</p>
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In this role, you will lead our small, but highly capable legal team while providing legal support to various business stakeholders on a variety of cutting-edge legal issues. Legal support includes drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and implementing best practices and procedures. This position also includes Board management on behalf of Motional. You will work cross-functionally with Motional's Procurement, Operations, Product, Engineering and other teams to drive our corporate and commercial transactions, while also developing strategic business relationships with vendors.</p>
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The candidate selected for this role will be a crucial hire to our Legal team and will have room for significant growth as our business expands. This role will report directly to Motional's CEOl.</p><br>
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What you'll be doing:</b></p>
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<li>Collaborate with the Legal team and cross-functional business teams across Motional to strategize, draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial and technology agreements in support of both day-to-day business and strategic commercial transactions.</li>
<li>Advise on a wide variety of matters, including technology development agreements, supply agreements for goods and services, software licenses, and business partnership agreements.</li>
<li>Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements to support our global procurement organization here at Motional.</li>
<li>Provide legal counsel and support for general corporate matters including policies and procedures, and corporate filings.</li>
<li>Manage the legal team's day to day which includes oversight of both Commercial and IP matters</li>
<li>Board management: attendance of Board meetings, owning Board minutes, and owning materials requiring Board written consent. This role needs to be knowledgeable of our governance documents and advise when needed</li><br>
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<p><b>What we're looking for:</b></p>
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<li>5+ years experience in commercial contracting and providing legal counsel in aspects of the commercial transaction process including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.</li>
<li>8+ years of relevant legal experience.</li>
<li>JD Degree with a strong academic record.</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal clients and colleagues.</li>
<li>Experience handling commercial contract disputes.</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate effectively with both engineers and outside counsel.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to work across time zones.</li>
<li>Flexibility and eagerness to work on a broad range of legal matters.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Self-motivated; able to work both independently and with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions.</li>
<li>Comfortable with travel (domestic and international) as needed.</li><br>
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<p><b>Bonus points (not required):</b></p>
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<li>Board management experience</li>
<li>Experience in autonomous vehicle, automotive, ride-hailing, trucking fleets, electronics-focused or safety-critical technologies.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of privacy and/or cybersecurity legal issues.</li>
<li>Experience in data licensing.</li>
<li>Employment law experience.</li>
<li>Strong managerial skills to oversee other team members (paralegals) and assist in implementing company-wide projects (e.g., records management)</li>
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<p><b>Why you should join us:</b></p>
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<li>Provide legal counsel to a leading and growing company in a cutting-edge field.</li>
<li>Exciting opportunity to work on a diverse and novel range of legal issues.</li>
<li>Opportunity for growth within the legal department.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We're driven by something more.</b></p>
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Our journey is always people first.</b></p>
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We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. Our team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who are creating a technology with the potential to transform the way we move.</p>
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Higher purpose, greater impact.</b></p>
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We're creating first-of-its-kind technology that will transform transportation. To do so successfully, we must design for everyone in our cities and on our roads. We believe in building a great place to work through a progressive, global culture that is diverse, inclusive, and ensures people feel valued at every level of the organization. Diversity helps us to see the world differently; it's not only good for our business, it's the right thing to do.
</p><p><b>Scale up, not starting up.</b></p>
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Our team is behind some of the industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's longest-standing public robotaxi fleet. We're driven to scale; we're moving towards commercialization of our technology, and we need team members who are ready to embrace change and challenges.</p>
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Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.</p>
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Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.</i></p></div></div>

Senior Director, Legal

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>Do you desire to be a part of the vibrant United States immigrant admission process, to protect American interests and to secure our nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, United States Citizenship and Immigration (USCIS), and its<b> Office of the Chief Counsel</b> are calling!<br>
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The <b>Office of the Chief Counsel (OCC) </b>is seeking attorneys for Associate Counsel positions to handle immigration issues and support agency law enforcement priorities.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
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</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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</div><div>Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
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<p>United States Citizens</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing legal advice to the Chief Counsel, USCIS personnel, and other Departmental components on issues relating to the adjudication of immigration benefits, asylee and refugee processing, immigration enforcement matters, and related litigation. OCC attorneys provide advice to the Director and USCIS Operations on the legal consequences of laws, policies and initiatives that affect immigration benefit processing and adjudications (including visas, inadmissibility, parole, adjustment of status, abandonment, deportability, citizenship, naturalization, and national security issues). Our attorneys also review regulations, policy memoranda, and field guidance for legal sufficiency, and often provide litigation support to the Department of Justice in federal lawsuits involving USCIS regulations, adjudications, practices, and/or policies. <b>Strong preference for applicants with immigration enforcement experience and/or prior positions providing legal advice to law enforcement agencies.</b></p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
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<p><b>U.S. Citizenship:</b> Candidate must be a United States Citizen and present proof of citizenship, if selected.<br>
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<b>Qualifications by Closing date: </b>You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.<br>
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A <b>Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (SF-450)</b> will be required for certain positions. You may be asked to complete the necessary Financial Disclosure Report to meet that requirement.<br>
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<b>Drug Testing:</b> If position has been identified as a Testing-Designated position under DHS's Drug-Free Workplace Plan, any individual tentatively selected will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.<br>
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<b>Selective Service Registration:</b> Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, will be required to certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.<br>
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<b>Residency Requirement: </b>There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The residency requirement states that candidates must have, for three of the last five years immediately prior to applying for this position(s);
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<li>worked for the United States Government as an employee overseas in a Federal or Military capacity; or</li>
<li>been dependent of a U.S. Federal or Military employee serving overseas.</li>
</ul>Exceptions may be granted to applicants if they can provide complete state-side coverage information required to make a suitability/security determination.<br>
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<b>Examples of state-side coverage information include:</b>
<ul><li>the state-side address of the company headquarters where the applicant's personnel file is located,</li>
<li>the state-side address of the Professor in charge of the applicant's &quot;Study Abroad&quot; program,</li>
<li>the church records for the applicant's overseas church mission,</li>
<li>and/or the state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with the applicant while overseas. Applicants must be able to provide information at a later date if deemed necessary.</li>
</ul><b>Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.</b><br>
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<b>Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.</b><br>
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<b>Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a sensitive position.</b>
<p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>You qualify at the GS-13 level if you: </b>are currently an attorney in federal employment with the equivalent of being a GS-12 and at least one year experience at that level, or if not a federal employee and you have at least one year of post-J.D. professional legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.<br>
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<b>You qualify at the GS-14 level if you: </b>are currently an attorney in federal employment with the equivalent of being a GS-13 and at least one year experience at that level, or if not a federal employee and you have at least two years of post-J.D. professional legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.<br>
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Applicants must possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school or serve a legal apprenticeship in California, Virginia, Vermont, or Washington and pass the bar exam in order to be permitted to practice law in one (1) of those jurisdictions.<br>
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<b>Bar Requirement GS-13 thru GS-15:</b> Be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction).<br>
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Prior to entering on duty, all selected attorneys must provide a <b>Certificate of Good Standing</b> in holding an active Bar License to practice law in any state or territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.<br>
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<b>All applicants will be rated against the following factors:</b>
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<li>Ability to resolve questions and provide accurate legal advice to both attorneys and non-attorneys on complex legal matters.</li>
<li>Ability to handle a heavy workload and meet deadlines.</li>
<li>Legal aptitude as reflected in the resume provided.</li>
<li>Quality of writing sample not to exceed 10 pages.</li>
<li>Quality of the cover letter addressed to OCC summarizing interest in the position not to exceed 1 page.</li>
<li>Quality of recommendations provided (No more than 3 recommendations total).</li>
</ul>To preview the job questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12858938.
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position. The candidate selected will be required to obtain a &quot;Secret&quot; clearance and continued employment is contingent on being able to maintain at least a &quot;Secret&quot; clearance.<br>
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<b>Probationary Period:</b> The candidate selected is required to serve a probationary trial period of two (2) years.<br>
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<b>Promotional Potential:</b> This position starts at the 13/14, depending on such factors as the selectee's experience and current salary, and has promotion potential to the GS-15/10. When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.<br>
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<b>Telework: </b>USCIS provides voluntary situational telework opportunities for eligible employees serving in positions conducive to working at an alternate work site in accordance with agency policy. Please Note: You may be required to telework from your personal residence or another location due to the needs of an office or an emergency situation such as severe weather, natural or manmade disasters or for public health, safety or emergency preparedness measures.
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Guidance from the Task Force is available at: </b><b>Protecting the Federal Workforce</b><b>.</b></p></div></div><br>
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<p>Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
</p><p></p><p>Review our benefits
</p><div><p>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.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>You will be evaluated based upon your <b>resume</b>, citing<b> qualifications</b> and <b>work experience</b>, your <b>writing sample</b>, and, if selected for interview, your responses provided during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.<br>
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All information you provide may be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through means, such as the interview process. The verification could occur at any stage of the application process. An exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or firing you after you begin work.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>In addition to completing an online questionnaire, the following supporting documents must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
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<li>A cover letter addressed to the <b>Office of the Chief Counsel</b> <b>(OCC) </b>no more than 1 page in length summarizing your background and interest in the position not otherwise evident from the other required documents.</li>
<li>Resume.</li>
<li>A writing sample not to exceed 10 pages.</li>
<li>No more than 3 <b>optional </b>recommendations total.</li>
<li>A declaration under penalty of perjury that the applicant is a member in good standing with the bar of a state, territory of the U.S., the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and that his or her fitness to practice law or conduct as an attorney have never been challenged in any jurisdiction, OR if either has been challenged, a sworn declaration concerning the facts and circumstances together with any explanation the applicant may deem appropriate. This notarized sworn statement must be dated within 3 months of the date the application is submitted.</li>
<li>If you are or have been a <b>FEDERAL EMPLOYEE</b>, please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Actions, Form SF-50, which shows tenure group, promotion potential and salary, and your most recent or last performance appraisal.</li>
</ul>Recommendations must be scanned and uploaded into the system along with other supporting documents and addressed to the <b>Office of the Chief Counsel.</b><br>
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To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS accounts, select the <b>Application Status</b> link and then select the <b>More Information</b> link for this position. The <b>Details</b> page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.<br>
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It is your responsibility to ensure that your correct documents are uploaded and received. Please only submit documents listed in the Required Documents section.<br>
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This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
</b></h3><p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
</p><p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>Your application must be received by <b>11:59PM</b> EST on 01/09/2026. To begin, click the<b> Apply Online </b>button and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents. See <b>Required Documents</b> section.<br>
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Applications will NOT be accepted by mail, email or fax.<br>
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Relocation expenses will NOT be reimbursed for this position.</p></div><p><br>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Latanya Jacobs
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>latanya.r.jacobs@uscis.dhs.gov
</div></div></div></div><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. If you are among the candidates found minimally qualified, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Open &amp; closing dates</div>
 <div>12/30/2025 to 01/09/2026
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$119,355 to - $183,353 per year
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>GS 13 - 14</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>2 vacancies in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Boston, MA
</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Not required</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Excepted</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>15
</div></div><div><div>Job family (Series)</div>
<ul><li>0905 Attorney
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Secret</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div><div>Position sensitivity and risk</div>
<div>Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk</div>
</div><div><div>Trust determination process</div>
<ul><li>Suitability/Fitness
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<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>COU-12858938-CIS PJN NELD</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>853366100</div></div></div></div>

GENERAL ATTORNEY

<div><p><b>Motional's global headquarters are located at 100 Northern Avenue in Boston, MA. Nestled in the bustling Seaport district with sweeping views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston, the office is located close to major transit lines and a quick walk to various restaurants and popular attractions.</b></p>
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This role is hybrid from our Boston office. It requires two in-office days each week, ideally Tuesday and Thursday.</b></p><br>
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Mission Summary:</b></p>
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We are seeking a talented Senior IP Counsel with experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications to maintain and enhance our IP portfolio.</p><br>
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What you'll work on:</b></p>
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<li>Manage the preparation and prosecution of patent applications from ideation to filing</li>
<li>Lead patent harvesting, brainstorming, and IP training sessions across different sites</li>
<li>Review outside counsel work product including draft patent applications and draft office action responses</li>
<li>Advice on legal issues related to managing Motional's brand and trademarks portfolio, trade secrets protection, open-source software licenses, and data licensing among others</li><br>
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<p><b>What you'll need:</b></p>
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<li>Degree in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or other relevant technical discipline</li>
<li>At least 7 years of US patent prosecution experience</li>
<li>Proven track record of drafting and prosecuting patent applications</li>
<li>USPTO registration</li>
<li>Member of at least one State bar in the US</li>
<li>Strong ability to write concisely and clearly</li>
<li>Strong communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate effectively with both engineers and outside counsel</li>
<li>Willingness to work across time zones</li>
<li>Comfortable with a minimum of 10% travel (domestic and international) per year</li><br>
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<p><b>Bonus points (but not required):</b></p>
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<li>Master's or higher qualification in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or other relevant technical discipline</li>
<li>At least 2 years of in-house experience as an IP or Patent Counsel with a technology company</li>
<li>Foreign prosecution experience (European, Chinese, or Korean experience preferred)</li>
<li>Experience drafting applications related to machine learning, robotics, automotive technologies</li>
<li>Experience with trademark prosecution, open-source software licenses, software licensing</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We're driven by something more.</b></p>
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Our journey is always people first.</b></p>
<p>
We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. Our team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who are creating a technology with the potential to transform the way we move.</p>
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Higher purpose, greater impact.</b></p>
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We're creating first-of-its-kind technology that will transform transportation. To do so successfully, we must design for everyone in our cities and on our roads. We believe in building a great place to work through a progressive, global culture that is diverse, inclusive, and ensures people feel valued at every level of the organization. Diversity helps us to see the world differently; it's not only good for our business, it's the right thing to do.
</p><p><b>Scale up, not starting up.</b></p>
<p>
Our team is behind some of the industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's longest-standing public robotaxi fleet. We're driven to scale; we're moving towards commercialization of our technology, and we need team members who are ready to embrace change and challenges.</p>
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Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.</p>
<p><i>
Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.</i></p></div></div>

Senior IP Counsel

Marc Z Legal Staffing

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  One of the nation's premier law firms for technology companies and other emerging businesses is seeking a Corporate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions.
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  The Corporate Attorney will play a key role in advising clients on various aspects of Mergers &amp; Acquisitions.
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   Responsibilities
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   Provide legal advice on M&amp;A transactions.
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   Draft and negotiate transaction documents.
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   Conduct due diligence and prepare reports.
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   Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders.
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   Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
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   Barred in Massachusetts
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   4-6 years of experience in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions.
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   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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   Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
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   Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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   Experience with technology companies.
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  Competitive salary and benefits package.
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   Equal Opportunity Statement
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  We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.
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Corporate Lawyer

New England Legal Search

<div><p>DESCRIPTION</p>
<div><p>High profile venture fund seeks 5+ year corporate associate with major law firm venture capital experience for broad-ranging role, working on all legal matters relating to investments, transactions, and operations. Ideal candidate has both major firm and in-house experience. Superb growth opportunity. Hybrid in Boston.</p></div></div>

Vice President of Legal/Venture Capital

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

<div></div><div><div><p><b>********************ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE CPCS iCIMS WEBSITE. IF YOU APPLY THROUGH MASS CAREERS AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE CPCS iCIMS APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.</b><b> </b><b>PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY (CUT AND PASTE INTO YOUR BROWSER IF THE EMBEDDED LINK DOES NOT WORK):</b></p><p>
https://careers-publiccounsel.icims.com/jobs/2995/appeals-attorney-pdd-appeals-unit/job <b>********************</b></p><div></div><div><br>
The Public Defender Division of the Committee for Public Counsel Services, the public defender agency of Massachusetts, is seeking two full-time attorneys for its Appeals Unit in Boston. The Public Defender Division provides legal representation and zealous advocacy to the indigent community.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
We fight for equal justice and human dignity by supporting our clients in achieving their legal and life goals. We zealously advocate for the rights of individuals and promote just public policy to protect the rights of all.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Values</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
C</b><b>ourage &bull; </b><b>A</b><b>ccountability &bull; </b><b>R</b><b>espect &bull;</b><b> E</b><b>xcellence</b></div><div></div><div><br>
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION MISSION STATEMENT</div><div></div><div><br>
CPCS is committed to protecting the fundamental constitutional and human rights of our assigned clients through zealous advocacy, community-oriented defense, and the fullness of excellent legal representation. We are dedicated to building and maintaining strong professional relationships, while striving to accept, listen to and respect the diverse circumstances of each client, as we dedicate ourselves to meeting their individual needs. It is our CPCS mission to achieve these goals, and in furtherance thereof, we embrace and endorse diversity, equity and inclusion as our core values as we maintain a steadfast commitment to: (1) Ensure that CPCS management and staff members represent a broad range of human differences and experience; (2) Provide a work climate that is respectful and supports success; and (3) Promote the dignity and well-being of all staff members. CPCS leadership is responsible for ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion. The ability to achieve these goals with any level of certainty is ultimately the responsibility of each member of the CPCS community.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
AGENCY OVERVIEW</b></div><div></div><div><br>
CPCS is the state agency in Massachusetts responsible for providing an attorney when the state or federal constitution or a state statute requires the appointment of an attorney for a person who cannot afford to retain one. The agency provides representation in criminal, delinquency, youthful offender, family regulation, guardianship, mental health, sexually dangerous person, and sex offender registry cases, as well as in appeals and post-conviction and post-judgment proceedings related to those matters.</div><div></div><div><br>
The clients we represent are diverse across every context imaginable and bring many unique cultural dimensions to the matters we address. This reality creates a critical need for CPCS staff to be culturally competent and able to work well with people of different races, ethnicities, genders and/or sexual orientation identities, abilities, and limited English proficiency, among other protected characteristics.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
OFFICE OVERVIEW</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The state-wide Public Defender Division (&ldquo;PDD&rdquo;) Appeals Unit is centrally located in downtown Boston, within walking distance of the John Adams Courthouse, where both the Supreme Judicial Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court hear cases. The Unit is a close-knit office with a strong culture of collegiality and collaboration. The Unit prides itself on providing excellent, client-centered representation and strives to advance the law for the benefit of defendants around the state.</div><div></div><div><br>
Currently, attorneys in the Appeals Unit work remotely on Mondays and Tuesdays and are expected to be in the office from Wednesday to Friday. However, that schedule is subject to change and candidates should be prepared to be flexible.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
POSITION OVERVIEW</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Public Defender Division is seeking two Appeals Attorneys to provide criminal defense representation at the appellate level. The Appeals Unit provides legal representation and appellate advocacy for indigent adult clients in the Massachusetts appellate courts, and occasionally in federal court or state trial courts. The cases handled by the Appeals Unit are primarily direct appeals in criminal cases (from misdemeanors to serious felonies), but also include motions for new trials, interlocutory appeals, and amicus briefs in selected cases. In addition, the Unit provides training and assistance to trial attorneys around the state, and often assists the agency with system-wide issues and challenges.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The duties of a Public Defender Division Appeals Unit Appeals Attorney include but are not limited to, the following:</div><ul><li>
 Interviewing clients;</li><li>
Conducting legal research;</li><li>
Collecting and reviewing documentary evidence;</li><li>
Writing briefs, reply briefs, motions for reconsideration, applications for direct and further appellate review and motions for new trial;</li><li>
Arguing before the Appeals Court and the Supreme Judicial Court, including preparation via moot arguments, and assisting other attorneys with their moot arguments;</li><li>
Litigating motions for new trial in district, municipal, and superior courts around the Commonwealth;</li><li>
Conducting post-conviction investigation, including visiting crime scenes and locating and interviewing witnesses, when needed;</li><li>
Providing formal and informal assistance to Public Defender Division trial attorneys on trial court level cases;</li><li>
Providing training to Public Defender Division and Private Counsel Division staff attorneys;</li><li>
Depending on experience level, may include editing and mentoring of other Appeals Unit Attorneys and, on occasion, of Public Defender Division trial attorneys who are representing clients on appeal;</li><li>
Drafting or assisting in the drafting of amicus briefs;</li><li>
Assisting the agency in work on special projects involving systemic legal issues with broad impact;</li><li>
Participating in brainstorming sessions on Appeals Unit cases with the other members of the Unit;</li><li>
Keeping up with new opinions on criminal law and procedure issued by the Supreme Judicial Court, Massachusetts Appeals Court, and United States Supreme Court; and,</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS</b></div><br>
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Candidates must be eligible to practice law in this jurisdiction as a member of the Massachusetts bar in good standing, or as an attorney in another jurisdiction who is eligible to engage in limited Massachusetts practice under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04;</li><li>
Candidates must have at least one year as an attorney in a related field;</li><li>
Access to reliable transportation in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations across the Commonwealth; and,</li><li>
Access to home internet access sufficient to work remotely.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Candidates must also be able to work in a defense-oriented capacity, both independently and collaboratively, and be committed to working with a culturally diverse, low-income population. Candidates must possess very strong writing and oral advocacy skills.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
To apply, candidates must submit a resume, letter of interest which includes a description of prior appellate experience, and a writing sample which has not been substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
EEO Statement</div><div></div><div><br>
The Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable federal and state statutes and organizational policies. Applicants who have questions about equal employment opportunity or who need reasonable accommodations can contact the Chief Human Resources Officer, Sandra DeBow-Huang, at sdebow@publiccounsel.net</div><p></p><p><b><br>
********************ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE CPCS iCIMS WEBSITE. IF YOU APPLY THROUGH MASS CAREERS AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE CPCS iCIMS APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.</b><b> </b><b>PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY (CUT AND PASTE INTO YOUR BROWSER IF THE EMBEDDED LINK DOES NOT WORK):</b></p><p>
https://careers-publiccounsel.icims.com/jobs/2995/appeals-attorney-pdd-appeals-unit/job <b>********************</b></p><div><br>
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Official Title</b><b>:</b> Appeals Attorney - CPC</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> United States-Massachusetts-Boston - 75 Federal Street</div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Legal Services</div><div><b>
Agency</b><b>:</b> Committee for Pub Counsel Srvc</div><div><b>
Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-time</div><div><b>
Shift</b><b>:</b> Day</div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Dec 26, 2025, 10:31:45 AM</div><div><b>
Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1</div><div><b>
Salary</b><b>:</b> 80,598.00 - 146,988.00 Yearly</div><div><b>
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator</b><b>:</b> Sandra DeBow-Huang - 6174826212</div><div><b>
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule</b><b>:</b> Yes</div></div>

Appeals Attorney - PDD Appeals Unit

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