Trial Attorney (Corporate Enforcement Section)
About this job
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Corporate Enforcement Section) | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-corporate-enforcement-section
Duties
About the Office The Department of Justice's National Fraud Enforcement Division ("Fraud Division") investigates and prosecutes those who commit fraud against the American people. We fulfill our mission by using advanced data-driven investigative techniques; coordinating with agencies responsible for administering taxpayer-funded programs; partnering with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local law enforcement on fraud-fighting efforts; developing systems and processes that ensure efficient identification and investigation of fraud; and equipping prosecutors and law enforcement with state-of-the-art tools and resources needed to bring criminal actors to justice. The Fraud Division works every day to protect the financial integrity of the United States of America, ensure the vibrancy of the American economy, and seek justice for victims of fraud. This posting is for Trial Attorney positions within the Fraud Division's Corporate Enforcement Section. This announcement will be open until positions are filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on or before October 16, 2026. The Corporate Enforcement Section oversees all aspects of the Fraud Division's corporate criminal enforcement practice, including by working with and advising the Division's other sections on the evaluation of corporate criminal liability and the structural, monetary, and compliance components of corporate resolutions; evaluating corporate compliance programs; and overseeing post-resolution matters, including compliance and reporting obligations. The attorneys assigned to this section are committed to counseling, litigating, negotiating, and otherwise driving success for our Division in our corporate enforcement efforts. The Section also formulates and implements corporate enforcement procedures and guidelines for the Fraud Division and Department leadership. Job Description The National Fraud Enforcement Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent Trial Attorney positions in the Division's Corporate Enforcement Section. Generally, as a Trial Attorney, the incumbent(s) will: Assist the Fraud Division's litigating sections in overseeing all aspects of its corporate criminal enforcement practice, including advising prosecution teams on the evaluation of corporate criminal liability and the structural, monetary, and compliance components of corporate resolutions; Assist in overseeing corporate compliance matters and the administration of compliance reporting obligations; Provide advice and assist in drafting and revising the Fraud Division's corporate criminal enforcement policies; Work with line and supervisory attorneys in each of the Fraud Division's litigating Sections-including Health Care Fraud, Public Trust and Financial Integrity, Tax, and Global Trade and Commerce Enforcement-to ensure compliance with relevant Department policy and advancement of strategic objectives with respect to corporate criminal enforcement; Oversee the development of training relevant to each litigating section regarding corporate enforcement, the evaluation of corporate compliance programs, and remediation; Provide crime victim assistance to the litigating sections; Liaise with domestic and/or or foreign law enforcement and/or regulatory partners as necessary to achieve strategic objectives necessary to successful coordination in investigating and prosecuting fraud matters.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing. Grade Specific Qualifications: To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, applicants must have at least two and a half (2.5) years post-J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-13 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include performing legal analysis and formulating recommendations to senior managers; composing pleadings, briefs, and other court documents involving legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; and conducting civil or criminal litigation. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff. Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies: Demonstrated compliance experience within multiple industries (health care, government contracting, import/export, tax, etc.). Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and/or testing regulatory compliance controls. Knowledge of, and experience implementing, best practices for an effective compliance program. Experience conducting investigations of business organizations and entities. Experience with corporate criminal resolutions. Experience with the federal judiciary. Experience with civil or criminal fraud matters. Knowledge of white-collar criminal litigation.
Education
Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree.
Evaluations
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
How to apply
For information on how to apply, please go to the following link: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Corporate Enforcement Section) | United States Department of Justice
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What to expect next
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Corporate Enforcement Section) | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-corporate-enforcement-section This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
Other information
Salary This is a permanent position at the GS-14 or GS-15 grade level. The salary range for this position will be based on the duty location. See OPM's Web page at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/ Number of Positions One or more individuals may be selected from this announcement. Travel The amount of travel can be significant. Travel frequency and location vary and are based on the attorney's litigation schedule. Relocation Expenses Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Frequently asked questions
How much does this Trial Attorney (Corporate Enforcement Section) job pay?
The announcement lists a salary of $107,446–$197,200 per year (GS 14–15).
When is the last day to apply?
Applications close on Jan 31, 2027 — 81 days from today.
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Location Negotiable After Selection with the Offices, Boards and Divisions.
How do I apply?
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