Legal Careers
Trial Attorney
New York, NY 10278 - United States
The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking a highly qualified attorney to serve as a Trial Attorney in the New York Office. The New York Office investigates and litigates criminal antitrust matters, handles criminal matters of national and international scope, and serves as the Division's liaison with U.S. attorneys, state attorneys general, and other regional law enforcement agencies.
The Division's criminal enforcement program investigates and prosecutes bid-rigging, price-fixing, bribery and other fraudulent schemes designed to undermine competition. Successful applicants will have immediate involvement with matters of national importance. The attorney hired can expect a collegial and stimulating environment working with experienced attorneys and economists on cutting-edge matters, as well as the satisfaction of serving the public interest.
Please Note: Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
As a Trial Attorney in the New York Office, you will:
- Coordinate national and international investigations and prosecutions with numerous investigative and regulatory and enforcement agencies.
- Handle all aspects of “first chair” in the investigation and prosecution of bid-rigging, price-fixing, bribery, and other fraudulent schemes designed to undermine competition.
- Identify unexploited opportunities to target for criminal prosecution.
- Develop and maintain relationships with partners at the U.S. Attorney Offices, other litigating components and offices, and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
- Advise and instruct federal agents and prosecutors on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy as it relates to the Antitrust Division mission.
- Advise and consult with the New York Office Chief, the Criminal Enforcement Director, the Deputy Assistant Attorney General, the Assistant Attorney General, and others on the status of all cases and matters.
- Provide antitrust training to other federal prosecutors, federal, state and local law enforcement, and international partners.
Applicants must:
1) Be a citizen of the United States;
2) Possess a J.D. or equivalent degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least four years of post-J.D. experience;
3) Have experience in the investigation of potential federal civil or criminal antitrust and/or white collar criminal violations and litigation of such violations;
4) Have trial experience, including criminal and/or civil cases;
5) Has served as Lead Attorney or First Chair in criminal or civil litigation.
5) Familiarity with federal regulatory and investigative agencies is highly desirable;
6) A working familiarity with national or international financial markets is highly desirable.
Applications under this announcement will be accepted until December 18, 2015. To receive consideration under this announcement, please reference E15-12-O05. All application packages MUST be submitted and received by the final closing date.
Applicants must submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience), a resume, description of significant federal cases litigated, including role in them, and a writing sample/brief (not to exceed 15 pages). If you are a current or recent Federal employee, you must submit a performance appraisal issued within the last 12 months, or if none exists, a statement to that effect and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
Please submit your application through USAJOBS (www.usajobs.gov).
1. If you do not already have a USAJOBS account, please create one before applying via the “Create an Account” link. You will be able to complete your profile and upload your resume and supporting documents prior to applying.
2. Once an account has been created, apply to the USAJOBS vacancy: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/423223700.
Internet Sites : Additional information on the Antitrust Division is located on the Internet at http://www.usdoj.gov/atr/. This and selected other legal position announcements can be found at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/.
Candidates are being solicited at the GS-15 level, $130,818 - 158,700 per annum, commensurate with current salary and experience.
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