legal counsel

United States Courts

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims has exclusive jurisdiction over decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board or BVA). The Court reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Court's review of Board decisions is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties, which are presented in a written brief, with oral argument generally held only in cases presenting new legal issues.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p>The Deputy General Counsel is principal assistant to the General Counsel. The Deputy General Counsel works alongside the General Counsel and is responsible for providing legal, policy, and strategic counsel to the Court, including the Judges, Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer (the Clerk), and Court staff. The Deputy General Counsel provides a broad range of legal support services for all aspects of Court operations, administration, policy, and practice, including but not limited to:
</p><ul>
<li>Assisting with overseeing the Court's ethics program, which includes providing training, guidance, and opinions to the entire Court;</li>
<li>Assisting with managing the Court's grievance program, which includes reviewing and processing complaints filed against attorneys in the Court's bar and grievances filed against any of the Judges;</li>
<li>Advising the Chief Judge and the Clerk on employment law, fiscal law, and procurement law issues;</li>
<li>Assisting with drafting, reviewing, and revising Court policies;</li>
<li>Advising Court staff on interpreting, applying, and recommending revisions of the Court's Rules of Practice and Procedure;</li>
<li>Serving as Court liaison to the Consortium, which entails working closely with its Executive Board and the Legal Services Corporation;</li>
<li>Collaborating with Counsel to the Board of Judges on special projects;</li>
<li>In conjunction with the Department of Justice, representing the Court in defensive litigation; and</li>
<li>Performing other duties within the Clerk's Office as assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p>A background security investigation is required for all new hires. The appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of fingerprinting and a favorably adjudicated background security investigation. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>Required Qualifications: </b>The selectee must have:
</p><ul>
<li>A juris doctor (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and active membership in the bar of the highest court of any state, the District of Columbia, or a United States territory or commonwealth within the meaning of 48 U.S.C. &sect;1904(e)(5).</li>
<li>Six years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience received after law school graduation.</li>
<li>In addition, two years of progressively responsible experience in leadership/management, including leading people toward meeting a goal; providing an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of all staff members and facilitates teamwork; and advising senior level management and key stakeholders.</li>
</ul>Note: Experience in veterans' benefits law and court operations or administration is beneficial but not required. One year of the required specialized experience must have been at, or equivalent to, the next lower grade in the federal service.<br>
<br>
<b>Promotion Potential</b><br>
<br>
This position will be filled at CS-14. The position may have promotion potential to CS-15 without further competition, subject to satisfactory performance, and compliance with applicable Court policies.<br>
<br>
<b>Educational Substitute:</b> A Master of Law (LL.M.) is equivalent to one year of legal work experience.<br>
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<b>Skills:</b>
<ul><li>Exceptional leadership, team building, and management skills, with a proven record of organizational and problem-solving skills, discerning judgment, and a professional demeanor.</li>
<li>Ability to share a departmental leadership role by serving as a partner with the General Counsel in leading the department; in representing the Office of General Counsel to the Judges and all other internal and external stakeholders; and standing in for the General Counsel as necessary.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills, and a proven track record of serving as a trusted adviser;</li>
<li>Significant legal experience in administrative law, litigation, ethics issues, fiscal law, procurement law, and employment law;</li>
<li>Ability to work independently under limited guidance and direction, respond efficiently to changing priorities, and meet deadlines;</li>
<li>An aptitude for collaborative problem-solving and consensus-building; and</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to consistently exercise sound ethics and judgment, maintain the Court's confidentiality and security requirements, and comply with the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.
</li></ul><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>A juris doctor (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li>The selectee will be subject to a two-year probationary period.</li>
<li>This appointment is made without regard to Title 5 governing appointments to competitive service.</li>
<li>This is an &quot;at-will&quot; position.</li>
<li>The Court does not pay relocation expenses.</li>
<li>Excepted Service Position: This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.</li>
<li>Veterans Information: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letters or resumes and attach supporting documents (e.g., DD Form 214, Certificate of Release, or Discharge from Active Duty) to their submissions.</li>
</ul>
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<b><i>The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, or political affiliation.</i></b></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<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></p><p>Review our benefits</p></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>Once your completed application package is received, we will conduct an evaluation and the selected candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for future consideration and possible interview.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p></p><ul><li>A resume, no more than three (3) pages;</li>
<li>A cover letter;</li>
<li>A certificate of good standing issued by the bar where you are admitted showing you are in good standing and in active status; and</li>
<li>A completed OF 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment).</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>You may apply by submitting the following documents:
</p><ul>
<li>A resume, no more than three (3) pages;</li>
<li>A cover letter;</li>
<li>A certificate of good standing issued by the bar where you are admitted showing you are in good standing and in active status; and</li>
<li>A completed OF 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment).</li>
</ul>Note: Application packets should be emailed <b>in one single PDF attachment.</b><br>
<b>
</b><br>
<b>Veterans Information:</b> There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letters or resumes and attach supporting documents (e.g., DD Form 214, Certificate of Release, or Discharge from Active Duty) to their submissions.<br>
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Please submit your application packet to: <i>Human Resources</i> at employment@uscourts.cavc.gov Please include the vacancy announcement number in the subject line.</div><p></p><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>USCAVC Human Resources Office
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>employment@uscourts.cavc.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims</i><br>
<i>625 Indiana Avenue, N.W.</i><br>
<i>Suite 900
</i><br>
<i>Washington, DC 20004</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Once your completed application package is received, we will conduct an evaluation and the selected candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for future 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>03/10/2026 to 03/09/2027
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$143,913 to - $197,200 per year
<p>Equivalent to GS 14 ($143,913 - $187,093); GS 15 ($169,279 - $197,200)</p>
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>CS 14 - 15</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Washington, DC
</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>Yes&mdash;as determined by the agency policy.</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>Yes</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>26-08</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>860633600</div></div></div></div>

Deputy General Counsel

Lead Counsel, Product (Facebook)

US Office of Special Counsel

Attorney-Adviser (Outreach, Training and Compliance)

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
<br>Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Office of the General Counsel
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>OGC_ELU_HRD
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b><br>
Washington, DC 20535 - United States
<br>About the Office
<br><br>
The Employment Law Unit provides direct representation of the FBI in personnel-related administrative hearings and coordinates the FBI's representation in civil suits arising from personnel-related matters. This position is one of three OGC ELU attorneys embedded within the Human Resources Division (HRD), providing legal advice on all facets of civil service and personnel law. OGC counsel are key legal advisors to the HRD management team. The person selected for this position must possess broad employment law experience, sound judgment, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and managers in achieving mission objectives. The position requires extensive knowledge of federal civil service law, particularly that involving the excepted service.
<br><br>
Job Description
<br><br>
GS-14
<br><ul>
<li>Provide legal advice for developing and implementing strategies for employee hiring and retention. Ensure compliance with the EEOC Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures throughout FBI hiring and promotions.</li>
<li>Provide legal advice to managers regarding compliance with federal employment discrimination statutes, FBI whistleblower protections, worker's compensation, employee leave, medical absences and reasonable accommodation issues. Provide legal advice concerning the agency's medical fitness for duty program.</li>
<li>Review all FBI non-disciplinary adverse personnel actions (performance, attendance, fitness for duty) for legal compliance.</li>
<li>Monitor compliance and provide legal advice regarding the Fair Labor Standards Act and wage and hour matters. Provide legal advice on General Schedule compensation and benefits, especially as applied to law enforcement officers. Conduct investigations and provide legal advice concerning OPM pay and leave claims, classification appeals, travel claims and claims involving overseas allowances.</li>
<li>Provide legal advice on USERRA, military leave and veteran's rights in hiring and retention. Represent the FBI before the Department of Labor in matters of veterans' preference and veterans' rights.</li>
<li>Serve as a key member of HRD crisis management teams, such as continuity of operations, pandemic planning, government shutdowns, and natural & manmade disasters.</li>
<li>Provide legal advice to all levels of HRD management. Draft and review HRD and FBI-wide employment policies. Identify, review, and mitigate HRD legal risks.</li>
</ul>
<b>GS-15: In addition to the above duties:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the highest levels of FBI management on all aspects of federal civil service personnel law.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<br><br>
<b>Key Requirements:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Must be a U.S. citizen</li>
<li>Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance</li>
<li>Selectee may be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)</li>
<li>Selectee may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.</li>
</ul>
Please be advised that candidates that are selected for this position must be approved by the Department of Justice.
<br><br>
Please make sure your experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements at the time of application.
<br><br>
Candidates deemed most competitive will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration.
<br><br>
<b>All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Governance and Legal Jurisprudence</li>
<li>Analytical Thinking</li>
<li>Communication</li>
<li>Collaboration and interpersonal skills</li>
</ul>
<b>BASIC REQUIREMENT:</b> All applicants must possess a law degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).
<br><b>Positive Education Requirement:</b> This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting both proof of JD degree and proof of good standing with a bar within a US jurisdiction. Please see the “Required Documents” under How to Apply for additional information.
<br><b>Education:</b> Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in addition to a J.D.) and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).
<br><br>
<b>GS-14:</b> Applicants applying for the GS-14 must also have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience.
<br><ul>
<li>Experience in participating in interpreting and analyzing legal issues.</li>
</ul>
<b>GS-15:</b> Applicants applying for the GS-15 must also have 5 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience.
<br><ul>
<li>Experience demonstrating proficiency in interpreting and analyzing complex legal issues.</li>
</ul>
Application Process
<br><br>
<b>Application Process:</b><br>
How to Apply-
<br>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents:
<br>1. Your resume and cover letter. Resume not to exceed two pages.
<br>2. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages
<br>3. Proof of current and active bar association membership
<br>4. Photocopy of Law School Transcripts
<br>5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee)
<br><br>
<b>Please Note:</b> Current FBI employees who are currently assigned to a General Attorney position do not need to provide Law School Transcripts or Proof of Bar Association Membership.
<br>Step 1 - Create a new email and attach all required electronic documents. Include contact information (phone number) and a brief introduction (2-3 sentences) in the body of the email.
<br>Step 2 - Title the subject of the email using the following format, indicating whether you are an internal or external candidate. Example: OGC_ELU_HRD_External/Internal
<br>Step 3 - Submit the completed application email to OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov.
<br><br>
What to Expect Next
<br>Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
<br>Internal Applicants Additional Information
<br><ul>
<li>Management may select at any grade for which this position is announced.</li>
<li>Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.</li>
<li>Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI.</li>
<li>Candidates will not be considered if currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP); a Letter of Requirement (LOR); or have failed a PIP or LOR and are currently awaiting the final action by HRD.</li>
</ul>
1. A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a 90-day written developmental plan for an employee whose performance on one or more critical elements is rated “Unacceptable.”
<br>2. A Letter of Requirement (LOR) is issued when a supervisor identified leave abuse and/or when frequent absences negatively impact operations of the office.
<br><ul>
<li>Limited Movement: Policy has been implemented wherein support employees entering a position through competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.</li>
<li>Relocation expenses will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply.</li>
<li>On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This law may impact your transfer.</li>
<li>This legislation made previously non-taxed moving expenses reimbursements taxable as of January 1, 2018. Please see HR Link for the list of FBI's current understanding of the applicable tax changes. However, this may change upon receipt of official guidance from GSA and DOJ.</li>
<li>Current law provides the FBI with the authority to compensate employees for much of the tax burden caused by a transfer through the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) process, in an effort to identify way to minimize the additional tax burden on transferring employees.</li>
<li>Candidates receiving a transfer of physical location, whether at the expense of the FBI or not, will be required to complete a one-year commitment to the assignment, prior to moving to a new position at the FBI. The 12-month waiting period begins the day an employee reports for duty at the new location.</li>
<li>Employees selected for positions at the GS-14 level or higher, as well as employees selected for positions where a transfer of location is required, will be processed through the name check program prior to being notified of their selection.</li>
<li>Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding):</li>
<li>Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)</li>
<li>The month/year work began</li>
<li>Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)</li>
<li>Specific duties performed</li>
</ul>
Attach the Memorandum of Understanding to your application in the “Cover Letters and Attachments” section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type “Other.”
<br><br>
External Applicants Additional Information
<br><ul>
<li>The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.</li>
<li>Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.</li>
<li>Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.</li>
<li>Management may select any grade for which this position is announced.</li>
<li>Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.</li>
<li>If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. The probationary periods will be served concurrently.</li>
<li>Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding):</li>
<li>Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)</li>
<li>The month/year work began</li>
<li>Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)</li>
<li>Specific duties performed</li>
</ul>
Veterans Preference
<br>If you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
<br><br>
Nepotism
<br>Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment of promotion.
<br><br>
Reasonable Accommodation Request
<br>The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of your application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either email at REASONABLE_ACCOMMODATION@fbi.gov, telephone at (202) 324-4128, or FAX at (202) 324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.
<br><br>
Benefits
<br>The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
<br>This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
<br><br>
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
<br><br>
Salary
<br><br>
<b>GS-14:</b> $143,913.00 - $187,093.00; GS-15: $169,279.00 - $197,200.00

Employment Law Attorney (Human Resources Division - DC)

Hiring Organization
<br>Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Office of the General Counsel
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>OGC_ELU_SecD_DC
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b><br>
Washington, DC 20535 - United States
<br>About the Office
<br><br>
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
<br><br>
<b>Job Description:</b><br>
The Employment Law Unit in the FBI's Office of General Counsel provides legal guidance and represents the FBI in personnel-related litigation matters. This posting is for an attorney position embedded in the FBI's Security Division. The incumbent will provide legal advice to FBI supervisors and executives on a variety of security related matters, including, but not limited to, security investigations, security clearance denials, suspensions, and revocations. The incumbent will also represent the FBI and defend its decisions on appeal before the Department of Justice Access Review Committee.
<br><br>
Job Description
<br><br>
We are seeking experienced attorneys with a strong interest in either employment or security related legal matters. Strong oral and written communication skills are preferred, as well as significant experience in briefing supervisors and executives, analyzing complex issues, and creative problem solving.
<br><br>
To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, applicants must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited ABA law school, active bar status in good standing, and at least three years of professional legal experience post JD.
<br><br>
To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level or at least four years of professional legal experience post JD.
<br><br>
Examples of specialized experience include independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique or difficult legal issues; conducting highly complex counseling and litigation; and leading junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
<br><br>
Please identify in your written statement of interest/cover letter and resume any specialized experience in employment law, if applicable.
<br><br>
Qualifications
<br><br>
<b>Key Requirements:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Must be a U.S. citizen</li>
<li>Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance</li>
<li>Selectee may be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)</li>
<li>Selectee may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.</li>
</ul>
Please be advised that candidates that are selected for this position must be approved by the Department of Justice.
<br><br>
Please make sure your experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements at the time of application.
<br><br>
Candidates deemed most competitive will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration.
<br><br>
<b>All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Governance and Legal Jurisprudence</li>
<li>Analytical Thinking</li>
<li>Communication</li>
<li>Collaboration and interpersonal skills</li>
</ul>
<b>BASIC REQUIREMENT:</b> All applicants must possess a law degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).
<br><br>
<b>Positive Education Requirement:</b> This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting both proof of JD degree and proof of good standing with a bar within a US jurisdiction. Please see the “Required Documents” under How to Apply for additional information.
<br><br>
<b>Education:</b> Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in addition to a J.D.) and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).
<br><br>
Application Process
<br><br>
How to Apply-
<br>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents:
<br>1. Your resume and cover letter. Resume not to exceed two pages.
<br>2. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages
<br>3. Proof of current and active bar association membership
<br>4. Photocopy of Law School Transcripts
<br>5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee)
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<b>Please Note:</b> Current FBI employees who are currently assigned to a General Attorney position do not need to provide Law School Transcripts or Proof of Bar Association Membership.
<br>Step 1 - Create a new email and attach all required electronic documents. Include contact information (phone number) and a brief introduction (2-3 sentences) in the body of the email.
<br>Step 2 - Title the subject of the email using the following format, indicating whether you are an internal or external candidate. Example: OGC_ELU_SecD_DC_External/Internal
<br>Step 3 - Submit the completed application email to OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov.
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What to Expect Next
<br>Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
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Internal Applicants Additional Information
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<li>Management may select at any grade for which this position is announced.</li>
<li>Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.</li>
<li>Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI.</li>
<li>Candidates will not be considered if currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP); a Letter of Requirement (LOR); or have failed a PIP or LOR and are currently awaiting the final action by HRD.</li>
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1. A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a 90-day written developmental plan for an employee whose performance on one or more critical elements is rated “Unacceptable.”
<br>2. A Letter of Requirement (LOR) is issued when a supervisor identified leave abuse and/or when frequent absences negatively impact operations of the office.
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<li>Limited Movement: Policy has been implemented wherein support employees entering a position through competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.</li>
<li>Relocation expenses will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply.</li>
<li>On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This law may impact your transfer.</li>
<li>This legislation made previously non-taxed moving expenses reimbursements taxable as of January 1, 2018. Please see HR Link for the list of FBI's current understanding of the applicable tax changes. However, this may change upon receipt of official guidance from GSA and DOJ.</li>
<li>Current law provides the FBI with the authority to compensate employees for much of the tax burden caused by a transfer through the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) process, in an effort to identify way to minimize the additional tax burden on transferring employees.</li>
<li>Candidates receiving a transfer of physical location, whether at the expense of the FBI or not, will be required to complete a one-year commitment to the assignment, prior to moving to a new position at the FBI. The 12-month waiting period begins the day an employee reports for duty at the new location.</li>
<li>Employees selected for positions at the GS-14 level or higher, as well as employees selected for positions where a transfer of location is required, will be processed through the name check program prior to being notified of their selection.</li>
<li>Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding):</li>
<li>Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)</li>
<li>The month/year work began</li>
<li>Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)</li>
<li>Specific duties performed</li>
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Attach the Memorandum of Understanding to your application in the “Cover Letters and Attachments” section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type “Other.”
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External Applicants Additional Information
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<li>The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.</li>
<li>Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.</li>
<li>Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.</li>
<li>Management may select any grade for which this position is announced.</li>
<li>Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.</li>
<li>If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. The probationary periods will be served concurrently.</li>
<li>Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding):</li>
<li>Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)</li>
<li>The month/year work began</li>
<li>Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)</li>
<li>Specific duties performed</li>
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Veterans Preference
<br>If you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
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Nepotism
<br>Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment of promotion.
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Reasonable Accommodation Request
<br>The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of your application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either email at REASONABLE_ACCOMMODATION@fbi.gov, telephone at (202) 324-4128, or FAX at (202) 324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.
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Benefits
<br>The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
<br>This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
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Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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Salary
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<b>GS-14:</b> $143,913.00 - $187,093.00; GS-15: $169,279.00 - $197,200.00

Employment Law Attorney (Security Division - DC)

United States International Trade Commission

Attorney Advisor (Admin Law)

Fannie Mae

Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
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Job Description
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As a valued colleague on our Corporate Securities Legal team, you will support attorneys with legal matters through research, analysis, and preparation of complex transactional documents. In this role, you will maintain electronic records and files and organize and prepare various documents for securities transactions. You will review work processes and identify areas for better efficiencies and improvement.
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This is a non-exempt (hourly) position.
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THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
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The Securities Transactions Paralegal role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
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Maintain contact with business units, outside counsel, regulatory agency staff, and/or other external stakeholders, to coordinate deliverables and to track matters to completion.
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Contribute to the preparation, assembly, and review of complex legal disclosure and other documents related to transactional workflows using knowledge of legal and business concepts.
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Manage transactional closing document sets to ensure timely document preparation, distribution, and retention.
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Continuously analyze workflow processes to find efficiencies or to develop required contingency plans.
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Review documents and monitor case or project schedules and filing deadlines.
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Coordinate activities with outside counsel when necessary.
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THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
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Minimum Required Experiences
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2 years relevant paralegal experience performing transactional work.
<br>Ability to occasionally work in the evening (past typical business hours) to ensure timely preparation for next-day settlements.
<br>Team player with exceptional judgement, diplomacy and discretion.
<br>Willingness to support other paralegals on the team with their projects/workload periodically.
<br>Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines and priorities.
<br>Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
<br>High level of attention to detail, and the ability to process time-sensitive material quickly and accurately.
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Desired Experiences
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
<br>Experience with debt, securitization, derivative, or complex securities transactions is preferred.
<br>AI usage proficiency is helpful.
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Enterprise Legal - Paralegal - Senior Associate
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<b>Target Pay Range:</b> $81,000 - $103,000 a year
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Qualifications
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<b>Education:</b><br>
Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)
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The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.
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For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
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Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form .
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The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here .
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<b>Requisition compensation:</b><br>
81000
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<br>103000

Securities Transactions Paralegal

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