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Trial Attorney (Vaccine Litigation Section)

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$121,785–$197,200/yr

📍 Washington, District of Columbia · Remote

RemoteVeteran Preferred

The Torts Branch defends the United States and its employees in litigation seeking monetary judgment for damages resulting from alleged negligent or wrongful acts. The Torts Branch is the principal guardian of the public fisc in tort suits that seek billions of dollars in monetary damages each year. The Vaccine Act is a critical component of our nation's vaccination system and ensures that the very rare cases where people are harmed by covered vaccines, appropriate compensation is available. As a Trial Attorney, the incumbent: Prepares for and conducts hearings, settlement negotiations or trials of cases that may involve difficult and complex factual situations. Prepares memoranda such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and other documents on the basis of factual and legal research....

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This position is 8 miles from Naval Support Activity Bethesda. The 2026 BAH rate there is $3,132/month for an E-5 with dependents — useful for working out what the salary above is actually worth locally. Nearest VA facility: National Capital Region VA Regional Benefit Office, 1 mile away. 222 other open positions are currently listed within 25 miles. Browse all jobs near Naval Support Activity Bethesda.

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