# Trial Attorney (Vaccine Litigation Section)

Hiring organization: [Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/offices-boards-and-divisions-department-of-justice)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/ca242c08-4b82-44e9-a89d-225ff3317f37

Listed on Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Washington, DC
- Salary: 121785 – 197200 USD per year

## Summary

The Department of Justice's Torts Branch seeks an attorney to litigate vaccine compensation claims under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, preparing legal documents, conducting trials and settlement negotiations, and representing the United States in federal and state courts. This role suits attorneys with litigation experience who want to work on complex, high-stakes cases affecting public health policy from within government.

_Our summary, not Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice's wording._

## Skills named

Legal Writing

## Required

- Juris Doctor degree or equivalent
- Active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. state, territory, or District of Columbia
- Post-J.D. legal experience (1.5 years minimum for GS-13, 2.5 years for GS-14, 4 years for GS-15)
- In-person work five days per week

## Nice to have

- Trial experience
- Proven advocacy skills
- Legal writing expertise
- Negotiation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Good judgment

Apply on Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890329400