General Attorney (Information Law)

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year. The individual selected for this position will... Provide legal support and program management for USPTO's FOIA and Privacy Act request programs, working closely with other OGL attorneys and USPTO FOIA Officers; this will involve first-hand involvement with FOIA and Privacy Act requests, working with e-discovery software, and coordinating with records custodians. Lead USPTO's representation in FOIA and Privacy Act litigation in coordination with the Department of Justice. Provide expert advice to all levels of management and fellow support organizations on a wide array of information law topics, such as