Attorney Advisor, General Law

Role Summary • Provide legal advice, research, and litigation support on general legal issues including FOIA, the Privacy Act, fiscal law, procurement, and homeland security for USDA programs. Responsibilities • Conduct legal research and interpret federal statutes, regulations, and legal precedents. • Prepare opinions, memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and litigation reports for agency programs. • Advise administrative officials on legal aspects of day-to-day operations and program policy. Required Knowledge & Experience • Degree: J.D. or LL.B. from an ABA-accredited law school. • Bar: Active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. state, territory, or DC. • Skills: Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills. Work & Eligibility • Position is structured on a developmental career ladder up to the GS-14 level. Application Process • Submit a resume, cover letter detailing specialized experience, and law school transcript through USAJOBS.