Trial Attorney

The incumbent serves as a trial attorney in the Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Unit (NDDU), which prosecutes the top command and control of international drug trafficking organizations. The incumbent: Manages complex investigations and prosecutions against cartels and drug trafficking organizations charged in the federal courts in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States. Uses sophisticated techniques to pursue cutting edge investigations against transnational criminal organizations. Coordinates with U.S. and foreign law enforcement to gather evidence in the United States and overseas. Makes charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases. Briefs unit, Section, and Division leadership on these decisions. Researches and writes pleadings and proceeds to trial in federal court. Advises agents and partners on complex legal questions and Department policy related to narcotics charges and prosecution of cartels and transnational criminal organizations