Diversion Litigation Attorney supporting the DEA
About The Position
FSA Federal is seeking a Diversion Litigation Attorney/Senior Law Clerk to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its law enforcement mission. The role assists attorneys, reviews the work of paralegals and clerks, and performs sophisticated legal research, writing, and analysis in connection with domestic and international investigations. The position also includes preparing reports and correspondence, developing training curricula, reviewing legislative proposals, and coordinating with other support components. Prior experience with the administrative rulemaking process is preferred.
Requirements
- Bar certified and possess a law degree.
- Two years of post-JD experience.
- Experience conducting legal research using research tools and law library resources, including Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including legal writing skills.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and other common software applications, including databases.
- Ability to work in a team environment, deliver high-quality work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Must undergo a 7- or 10-year minimum background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with the administrative rulemaking process.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys while reviewing the work of paralegals and clerks.
- Perform expert legal research and writing on sophisticated issues.
- Review investigative reports from various agencies, prepare summaries, and identify matters requiring close department review.
- Analyze facts, evidence, and legal authorities in connection with domestic and international investigations.
- Prepare persuasive legal memoranda, motions, and briefs using facts, evidence, and legal authorities.
- Draft reports, develop training curricula, and prepare responses to Congressional and citizen correspondence.
- Analyze and draft comments regarding legislative proposals.
- Prepare correspondence on a variety of issues requiring a government official's signature.
- Coordinate with other support components to complete work requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits with choice and flexibility to support health, work-life balance, and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
