Senior Attorney Benefits Law Specialist

6 days ago

Washington, United States General Counsel Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Attorney Benefits Law Specialist to join our team at the General Counsel's Office. As a key member of our Benefits Law Group, you will play a critical role in providing legal advice and guidance to senior department officials and program personnel.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert legal advice and assistance to senior department officials and program personnel on a wide range of complex benefits law issues.
  • Supervise and coordinate the provision of legal advice and assistance by OGC legal staff on benefits law matters.
  • Lead legal staff in developing and implementing strategies to support VA's legislative program, defend VA policies in litigation, and assist clients in assessing legally available options and associated risks.
  • Develop, oversee, and implement work processes to effectively manage a high volume of varied legal work and overlapping deadlines related to litigation, legislation, regulations, and Departmental and Administration priorities.
  • Maintain effective liaison with officials in colleague and stakeholder organizations, including Congress, Office of Management and Budget, Department of Justice, Department of Defense, Veterans Service Organizations, and courts.
  • Develop, review, and implement plans to ensure effective execution of legal and operational tasks related to OGC's Accreditation, Discipline, and Fees program, to include processing applications, issuing decisions, and investigating complaints.
Requirements
  • Must be a member in good standing of the bar of a State or Territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
  • Must have a strong background in benefits law and experience in providing legal advice and guidance to senior department officials and program personnel.
  • Must have excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a senior attorney or leadership role in a government agency or private sector organization.
  • Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to benefits law.
  • Experience in working with Congress, Office of Management and Budget, Department of Justice, Department of Defense, Veterans Service Organizations, and courts.
What We Offer

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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