Attorney-Adviser

About the Position: This position is in support of the DHA Office of General Counsel, located in Falls Church, Virginia. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

Manage fraud cases by determining and coordinating optimal civil, criminal, and administrative remedies.

Coordinate with government partners, including the Department of Justice (DOJ) and criminal investigators, providing direct litigation support, and delivering official agency analysis on legal matters such as settlements.

Responsible for the entire suspension and debarment process, from analyzing referrals and preparing administrative records to drafting decisions for the Suspension and Debarment Official (SDO).

Support Department of Justice (DOJ), Defense Health Agency’s Office of Inspector General, and other relevant stakeholders on TRICARE program-related healthcare fraud and abuse matters..

Represent the government in adversarial proceedings and hearings, such as those before the Government Accountability Office (GAO) for bid protests and the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals for appeals.

Support the Department of Justice (DOJ) in civil litigation that significantly impacts the Military Health System (MHS), Defense Health Agency, and the TRICARE program, often involving millions of dollars and complex policy issues.

Review complex contractual documents and provisions for legal sufficiency and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policy.

Formulate the government’s legal position on claims, disputes, and appeals, often against top-tier law firms.

Performs other duties as assigned.