General Attorney

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General Attorney
DUTIES: May be asked to serve any of the client agencies. Attorneys in Region X provide legal advice and litigation support to the Department in complex matters requiring extensive research and sophisticated analysis of administrative law, judicial decisions, and statutes and regulations.

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS: A JD Degree from an accredited ABA law school. 1+ year of legal experience post bar admission. Proof that bar status is active, in good standing and eligible to practice in the highest court of a State, U. S. commonwealth, U. S. territory, or the District of Columbia. The capacity to work with diverse individuals and groups: outstanding legal writing and research ability; superior organizational and time management skills; and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility and public service. Must maintain active bar membership in good standing and the eligibility to practice law in the highest court of a state, territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia throughout employment in the Office of the General Counsel. Must be competent in a wide range of legal skills, including analytical and problem-solving skills, experience preparing legal briefs and/or memoranda, experience in applying statutes, regulations, and policies; and experience providing oral and written advice, and the ability to relate effectively with clients.
Starting July 22, 2020.

Additional info

Send resume, 3-7 page legal writing sample and 3+ professional references.

Company info

Pamela Parker
US Department of Health & Human Services Office of General Counsel
Columbia Tower, 701 Fifth Avenue
Suite 1600
Seattle, WA 98104