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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 3 hours ago

Attorney

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $191K/yr

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

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

Represent VA at psychiatric commitment hearings and provide legal advice to VA officials regarding matters impacting VA operations and mission

Guidance will be 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

Litigation advocacyAdvisory servicesCalifornia Bar membershipLegal complianceHealthcare lawPro bono workNegotiation skillsTeam collaboration

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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