Litigation Attorney Senior
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 155700 - 199675
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
ZemiTek LLC is a Woman-Owned SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007 ZemiTek has provided technical assistance project management information technology (IT) knowledge management monitoring and evaluation training and learning development and institutional support services.
Position Description
Location:Washington D.C.
Work Schedule:Full-time Hybrid preferred; remote eligible
Starting Salary Range: $155700 - $199675.91 a year with the starting salary determined based on candidates knowledge skills experience and education in addition to budget availability.
Clearance:Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Core Working Hours:1000-1500 EST
The USAIID Office of the General Counsel (OGC) serves as the Agencys Chief Legal Office providing advice on legislative administrative and program matters. OGC represents USAID in legal matters including administrative and litigation congressional investigations and interagency legal coordination.
The Litigation Attorney supports the OGC in providing senior-level legal advice to the Agency in administrative and litigation matters. This role involves analyzing complex legal issues assisting with litigation strategy and drafting pleadings for federal courts administrative tribunals and other adjudicative bodies in compliance with applicable laws regulations and Agency policies.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the representation of USAID in federal and administrative litigation arising under the Contract Disputes Act the Administrative Procedure Act the False Claims Act the Freedom of Information Act and the Federal Tort Claims Act among others.
- Review case materials investigate facts and draft pleadings motions and briefs.
- Provide legal counsel on litigation strategy risk assessment and potential courses of action.
- Analyze legislative regulatory and judicial developments affecting Agency programs.
- Coordinate with paralegals junior attorneys and other attorneys to prepare case documents and research.
- Verify legal citations and references ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedural requirements.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including interagency partners.
- Perform other legal duties as assigned to support litigation and Agency objectives.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admitted to a state bar in good standing; eight (8) years of relevant litigation experience.
- Proficiency in Google Applications and Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced high-stakes environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with senior officials and stakeholders.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy case development and informed decision-making
- Manage litigation matters and case-related tasks effectively ensuring organization accuracy and timely execution
- Communicate complex legal issues clearly and professionally through strong written work and oral presentations
- Collaborate effectively with attorneys clients and stakeholders while managing multiple priorities in a team-oriented environment
- Work collaboratively with attorneys staff and stakeholders to support case objectives and deliver high-quality legal work in a team-oriented environment
- Eligible for a public trust clearance.
What We Believe
ZemiTekis committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Construction Law Experience
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Mediation Experience
- Legal Research
- Personal Injury Law
- Research Experience
- Securities Law
- Alternative dispute resolution
- Real Estate Law
- Writing Skills
About Company
With more than 30 years experience providing Information Technology (IT) and Management Consulting Services worldwide, our founder, Rosa Caldas, formed ZemiTek in 2007.
