Attorney Advisor

Closing Date: 28th November, 2025

Description:

Summary:
This position is located in the U. S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, Office of the Chief Immigration Judge.

Conversion to permanent position is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a probationary period and appointment by the Office of Attorney Recruitment Management (OARM).

Additional positions may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance.

Duties:
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
The Attorney Advisor will be responsible for:

• Providing legal services in the interpretation and application of U.S. immigration law and applicable statutes, executive orders, directives, regulations, administrative rulings, and court decisions in accordance with Title 8 of the Code of Federal Regulations, the United States Code (U.S.C.), and the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
• Researching legal issues, preparing opinions, recommendations, and legal documents within area of responsibility, advising officials and preparing draft orders for Administrative Law Judge, Immigration Judge, or Appellate Immigration Judge review.
• Exercising independent discretion and judgment in the preparation of necessary legal documents and the development of conclusions and recommendations.
• Monitoring and examining formal filings for legal sufficiency and reviewing submissions from party representatives to ensure procedural requirements are met.
• Developing and preparing interpretive and administrative documents to implement the statutes and regulations applicable to various aspects of immigration law.

Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Security clearance may be required.
• Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable.
• A two year trial period will be required.
• Salary payments must be by direct deposit to a financial institution.
• Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
• Moving and Relocation Expenses are not authorized.

Qualifications:
In order to qualify for the Attorney Advisor position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Education: Applicants must possess an LL.B. or a J.D. degree. (Provide the month and year in which you obtained your degree and the name of the College or University from which it was conferred/awarded.)
• And
• Licensure: Applicants must be an active member of the bar, duly licensed and authorized to practice law as an attorney under the laws of any state, territory of the U.S., or the District of Columbia. (Provide the month and year in which you obtained your first license and the State from which it was issued.)
• And

Experience:
For the GS-12 Level: Applicants must have one year (12 months/52 weeks) of post J.D. or LL.B. professional legal experience that includes the following:
Qualifying professional legal experience includes: (1) Monitoring and examining formal filings for legal sufficiency and reviewing submissions from party representatives to ensure procedural requirements are met; (2) Developing and preparing interpretive and administrative documents under relevant statutes and regulations; and (3) Demonstrating a commitment to personal and organizational success.

Note: Qualifying experience is calculated only after receipt of J.D. or LL.B.

In Describing Your Experience, Please Be Clear and Specific. We May Not Make Assumptions Regarding Your Experience. If your resume does not support your assessment questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone number, email address, and employment information. Each position listed on your Resume must include: From/To dates of employment (MM/YYYY-MMYYY or MM/YYYY to Present); agency/employer name, position title, grade level(s) held, if applicable; hours, if less than full time; and duties performed. In addition, any experience on less than a full time basis must specify the percentage and length of time spent in performance of such duties.

Writing Sample: In addition to the above-stated qualifications, applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to author legal documents to be considered for this position. Only the first 7 pages will be reviewed.

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here.

Additional Information:
Conditions of Employment: Only U.S. Citizens or Nationals are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review. Dual citizens of the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ applicants, both U.S. citizens and non-citizens, whose job location is with the U.S., must meet the residency requirement. For a total of three (not necessarily consecutive years) of the five years immediately prior to applying for a position, the applicant must have: 1) resided in the U.S., 2) worked for the U.S. overseas in a Federal or military capacity; or 3) been a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving oversees.

Additional positions maybe filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance.

Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits: