The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims has exclusive jurisdiction over decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board or BVA). The Court reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Court's review of Board decisions is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties, which are presented in a written brief, with oral argument generally held only in cases presenting new legal issues.

Duties

Please read the "Summary" section.

Requirements

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements: Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience practicing veterans law. Applicants must have strong, demonstrated qualifications in academic achievement, written communication skills, and the ability to analyze complex issues. Applicants should have outstanding professional references. In addition, applicants must provide a cover letter summarizing evidence of the following competencies: Legal Writing: Writes clear and concise legal documents; Legal Analysis: Researches, analyzes, and explains complex legal issues such as constitutional, jurisdictional, and administrative-law topics. Preferred Qualifications: Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of the American Bar Association; Experience on the law review or journal of such a school; Participation in a moot court competition; and/or Participation in a veterans law clinic or veterans law classes. Position Grade Levels: One year of legal work experience post-J.D. is required for appointment at the CS-12 level. A minimum of two years of legal work experience post J.D. is required for, but does not guarantee, appointment at the CS-13 level. Current 2024 salary range including Washington-Baltimore Locality Pay, as of issuing date, is: CS-12 $47.53-$61.79 per hour; and CS-13 $56.52-$73.48 per hour. Promotion Potential: If you are selected at the CS-12 level, you may be promoted without further competition to the CS-13 level once you have served 12 months at the CS-12 level and met performance requirements. If you are selected at the CS-13 level, you may be promoted without further competition to the CS-14 level once you have served 2 years at the CS-13 level and met performance and other requirements. With successful completion of performance standards, promotion may be available.

Education

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Contacts

• Address US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims 625 Indiana Avenue, N.W. Suite 900 Washington, DC 20004 US
• Name: Alexandra Francis
• Email: [email protected]