Trial Attorney (Commodities Fraud)

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Trial Attorney (Commodities Fraud)

03/25/2020 01:43 PM EDT

Criminal Division (CRM)
Fraud Section
Washington, District of Columbia
Announcement #: 20-CRM-FRD-033
Application Deadline: April 15, 2020

The incumbent will serve as a Trial Attorney in the Commodities concentration of the MIMF Unit and, as such, will independently direct, conduct, and monitor investigations, prepare for and conduct trials, and advise on pleadings and other court filings. Generally, as a Trial Attorney in the MIMF Unit, the incumbent:

• In collaboration with unit managers, carries out and fosters effective investigations and prosecutions, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations.
• Recommends charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases.
• Partners with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies in the development, management and trial of complex white collar and corporate investigations and prosecutions.
• Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, using the grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, utilizing international evidence collection tools, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S. District Courts across the country.
• Evaluates reports of potential violations of commodities and market manipulation laws from both internal and outside sources to determine whether investigation is warranted.
• Advises and instructs Assistant U.S. Attorneys on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to commodities and market manipulation laws.
• Represents the United States in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level officials. Participates in discussions with opposing counsel for defendants and in the formulation of settlements often having far-reaching legal consequences.
• Advises and consults with the Assistant Attorney General, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Section Chief, and other Section Managers reporting on the status of all cases and matters related to criminal remedies.

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