Trial Attorney (Senior Litigation Counsel)

The mission of the Antitrust Division is to promote competition by enforcing the antitrust laws to protect economic freedom and opportunity on behalf of the American people.

The Antitrust Division has openings for Senior Litigation Counsel to join its dedicated team and gain invaluable experience working in the public interest to protect the competitive process.

Are you ready to contribute to matters of national importance that promote a competitive and productive American economy? You must possess a J.D. or equivalent degree to qualify for consideration as a Trial Attorney (Senior Litigation Counsel) for the Department of Justice, Antitrust Division. The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking experienced trial lawyers to support and lead significant competition and antitrust litigation matters. The attorneys hired can expect to be given significant responsibility and have immediate involvement with antitrust matters of importance.

As a Trial Attorney (Senior Litigation Counsel) the incumbent will have significant responsibility for litigating the Division's merger and non-merger matters or criminal prosecutions, which may include:

• Drafting and advising on complaints in merger challenges and civil non-merger challenges;
• Drafting and advising on indictments;
• Drafting and advising on other court filings;
• Representing the United States in court hearings and at trial in either, or both, civil and criminal cases;
• Developing litigation strategy and advising teams on how to adapt to litigation;
• Conducting party, third-party, and expert discovery, including through depositions;
• Working with industry and economic experts;
• Preparing orders of proof and related litigation work product; and
• Leading and supporting trial teams.

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.

Please note: Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Also, a writing sample and a combination of three to five business and academic references may be requested of individuals identified as best qualified, to be forwarded to the selecting official along with your application package, upon referral. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed in this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this position, your resume and supporting documentation will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. To qualify, an applicant must:

1. Be a citizen of the United States;
2. Possess a J.D. degree or equivalent, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction) and, have at least four years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-15 level;
3. Have experience in the investigation of potential federal civil or criminal antitrust and/or white-collar criminal violations, or general federal litigation experience, including criminal and/or civil cases; and
4. Demonstrate excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Successful candidates will have:

• At least seven years of complex litigation experience, including significant trial experience (more than 15 years preferred);
• Trial team leadership experience as first-chair or second-chair;
• Significant brief-writing and oral-argument experience;
• Excellent communication skills;
• The ability to lead and work effectively in teams; and
• Strong legal writing, editing, and analytical skills.
• Previous antitrust experience is valuable but not required.