Trial Attorney

Summary

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 (Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section) | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-global-trade-commerce-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 Global Trade & Commerce 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 Fraud Division's Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section investigates and prosecutes criminal import, trade, and other fraud offenses that undermine American industries, evade external revenue collection, threaten consumers' health and safety, finance foreign adversaries, promote forced labor through illegal trade practices, and violate United States laws and regulations governing domestic and foreign commerce. The experienced prosecutors assigned to the Section target criminal conduct across the entire supply chain, including bad actors operating as importers, trade brokers, manufacturers, down-chain distributors, warehousers, and resellers. In addition to directly investigating and prosecuting these matters and leading trial litigation in district court on behalf of the United States, prosecutors in the Section support the Fraud Division's broader mission by providing expert attorney-advisor guidance and strategic support to internal and external partners and leading the cross-agency Trade Fraud Task Force. Job Description The National Fraud Enforcement Division, U.S. Department of Justice is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent Trial Attorney positions in the Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section. Generally, as a Trial Attorney, the incumbent: In collaboration with section managers, carries out and fosters effective investigations and prosecutions, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities. Makes charging and disposition decisions or recommendations with regard to assigned cases. Partners with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies to develop, manage, and prosecute complex trade, tariff, customs and related trade fraud cases, and illegal import schemes involving forced labor or goods imported in violation of statutory trade prohibitions against forced labor. Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, grand jury practice, advising federal law enforcement agents, using international evidence collection tools, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S. District Courts across the country. Advises and consults with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and agency partners on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to matters arising under federal trade, customs, external revenue, commerce laws, and forced labor import bans.

Qualifications and evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Education

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree.

How to apply

For information on how to apply, please go to the following link: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-global-trade-commerce-enforcement-section

Required documents

Listed in the 'How to Apply' section

Additional 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.