Attorney-Advisor (Labor)

Summary This position is in the Benefits Review Board's Black Lung and Longshore Divisions. The Boards, is an independent adjudicatory body with exclusive nationwide jurisdiction to consider and decide appeals raising substantial questions of law or fact taken by any party-in­ interest from decisions concerning claims filed under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act and its extensions, and the Black Lung Benefits Act (the Acts). Responsibilities Major Duties Independently evaluates assigned cases by confirming that the briefing schedule is complete, checking for any pending motions, and ensuring all relevant documents are included for the appeal's resolution. Conducts research on statutes, regulations, decisions, legislative history, and other legal sources pertinent to each case, providing thorough analysis of legal points, discussing relevant issues and evidence for case disposition. Advises the Board, drawing upon existing precedents or applying statutory rules to anal...