Trial Attorney (Civil Frauds)

About the role

The Fraud Section of the U.S. Department of Justice represents the United States in civil matters under the False Claims Act and other federal statutes alleging fraud against the government, as well as in matters such as conflict of interest and financial fraud. Cases come from whistleblower complaints, agency referrals and data-analytic findings. The trial attorney reports to an approved office location in their region.

Key responsibilities

• Investigate and litigate matters assigned to them, including drafting recommendations, memoranda and pleadings
• Conduct testimony, pursue discovery and calculate damages
• Negotiate resolutions and handle trials
• Work on healthcare fraud, procurement, loan, grant and trade fraud
• Work with U.S. Attorneys' Offices on assigned cases

Required profile

• J.D. or equivalent degree, licensed to practice as an attorney in a U.S. state, territory or the District of Columbia, and in good standing on the bar
• U.S. citizen or national, with a background investigation including drug testing, and Selective Service registration as applicable
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility depending on assignment
• Grade-level experience: up to 1 year post-J.D. for GS-11, 1+ year for GS-12, 1.5 years for GS-13, 2.5 years for GS-14, 4 years for GS-15
• A 2-year trial period is required; employment ends unless the agency certifies that continued employment advances the public interest

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in investigations and/or civil litigation
• Excellent writing, negotiation and interpersonal skills, good judgment, and ability to manage a large, active docket
• Experience in False Claims Act matters or complex civil litigation