Trial Attorney (TAX)

About the role

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Tax Section) | United States Department of Justice ***

What you will do

• About the Office The Department of Justice's National Fraud Enforcement Division ("Fraud Division") investigates and prosecutes those who commit fraud against the American people.
• We fulfill our mission by using advanced data-driven investigative techniques; coordinating with agencies responsible for administering taxpayer-funded programs; partnering with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local law enforcement on fraud-fighting efforts; developing systems and processes that ensure efficient identification and investigation of fraud; and equipping prosecutors and law enforcement with state-of-the-art tools and resources needed to bring criminal actors to justice.
• The Fraud Division works every day to protect the financial integrity of the United States of America, ensure the vibrancy of the American economy, and seek justice for victims of fraud.
• This posting is for Trial Attorney positions within the Fraud Division's Tax Section.
• This announcement will be open until positions are filled.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on or before October 21, 2026.
• The Fraud Division's Tax Section is focused on enforcing the nation's criminal tax laws.
• This effort aims to protect taxpayers from fraudulent tax preparers, identity theft-related tax crimes, and other sophisticated fraudsters targeting Americans and the United States economy.
• In addition, the Tax Section investigates and prosecutes individuals and corporations that attempt to evade taxes, willfully fail to file returns, submit false tax forms, and otherwise attempt to defraud the internal revenue system.
• Some of the Tax Section's cases involve fraudulent claims against the public fisc for refunds, tax defiers, identity theft, financial institution fraud, securities fraud, health care fraud, organized crime activities, and narcotics trafficking.
• The Tax Section also supervises all criminal tax enforcement conducted across the Department.
• The attorneys assigned to the Tax Section are responsible for developing and advancing investigations of these offenses and prosecuting offenders in district court on behalf of the United States.
• Trial attorneys in the Tax Section work in a collegial environment in which they can further develop their legal writing, oral advocacy, and investigative and courtroom skills.
• Trial attorneys engage in all facets of criminal litigation, including grand jury investigative practice, indictment, motions practice, jury trial, and sentencing.
• Job Description The National Fraud Enforcement Division, U.S. Department of Justice is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent Trial Attorney positions in the Tax Section.
• Generally, as a Trial Attorney in Tax, 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.
• Partners with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies in the development, management and trial of tax and related financial fraud cases.
• 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.
• Recommends charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases.
• Advises and instructs Assistant U.S. Attorneys on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to matters arising under the internal revenue laws.
• 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.
• Upon accepting an offer of employment, applicants must make a three-year commitment to the Fraud Division.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Documents you must provide

• Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Tax Section) | United States Department of Justice

What to expect next

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs.

If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Tax Section) | United States Department of Justice *** This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships.

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Additional information

Salary This is a permanent position at the GS-13, GS-14, or GS-15 grade level. The salary range for this position will be based on the duty location. See OPM's Web page at *** Number of Positions Many Travel The amount of travel can be significant.

Travel frequency and location vary and are based on the attorney's litigation schedule. Relocation Expenses Relocation expenses will not be authorized.