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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 day ago

Attorney

Greater Phoenix Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $171K/yr

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Attorney to provide litigation advocacy and advisory services primarily within the VA Office of General Counsel. The role focuses on defensive employment and labor litigation, advising on healthcare matters, and representing the VA in psychiatric commitment hearings.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Trevor Falnes

Responsibilities

Representing and advising the Department of Veterans Affairs on personnel issues and litigation before agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), as well as handling arbitrations under collective bargaining agreements, disciplinary appeals conducted under 38 U.S.C. §§ 7461-7464, and VA grievance procedures

Representing VA at psychiatric commitment hearings and providing legal advice to VA officials regarding matters impacting VA operations and mission

Providing guidance based on accurate application of Federal laws and regulations, State laws, and VA policies, directives, and handbooks, considering the implications for Veterans, the public, and the overall mission of VA

Qualification

Active California Bar membershipLitigation experienceLegal advisory skillsHealthcare law knowledgeNegotiation skills

Required

Graduates of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association

Hold active membership in good standing with the California Bar

U.S. citizenship

Preferred

Prior relevant legal experience

Active practice

Benefits

Thrift Savings Plan (401(k) equivalent, with matching)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Company

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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10001+ employees

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