Trial Attorney

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Trial Attorney
The candidate will oversee bankruptcy cases filed in the federal judicial districts covered by the Region and/or field office, litigate enforcement matters on behalf of the Program, oversee private trustees, handle appellate matters, and refer criminal conduct identified in connection with bankruptcy case oversight. Will oversee the administration of bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial districts served by the Region and the field office. Litigate issues arising in chapter 11 proceedings, including those involving corporate governance, and issues arising in employment applications, fee applications, disclosure statements, and plan confirmation matters. Litigate civil enforcement matters arising in consumer bankruptcy cases, including discharge objections, dismissal proceedings involving debtors' ability to repay creditors, attorney misconduct matters, and nonattorney document preparation servicer misconduct. Assist with appellate matters arising in the Region and district. Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions and legal issues of national importance arising in cases to enhance the Program's mission locally, and help develop and implement policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law. Supervise private trustees in the Region who administer bankruptcy cases filed under chapter 7, 13, and 12 of the Bankruptcy Code. Work with a staff of bankruptcy auditors, paralegals, and support staff in the Region. Work with the Program's federal and state law enforcement partners to report criminal activity identified through bankruptcy case oversight. Provide outreach to interested constituents, and those involved in the bankruptcy system, such as the bankruptcy court, the Bar, and other federal and state agencies. Work on other national projects and priorities, as assigned. Must have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school; be an active member of the Bar (any US jurisdiction) in good standing; and have 4+ years of post-J.D. professional legal or other relevant experience advocating on behalf of clients, interpreting, or applying provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and related laws, rules, and regulations that arise in bankruptcy cases. A demonstrated record of analyzing complex legal problems, interpreting statutory, rule, and regulatory provisions developing litigation strategies, and superior trial practice skills desired. Experience working with or for federal agencies is an asset. Periodic travel is required throughout the district, the region, and the country, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Deadline: October 9, 2020.

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