Attorney Advisor (General)
Library of Congress - Legislative Branch
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of Copyright Law.** Ability to Conduct Legal Research.** Ability to Convey Legal Analysis and Information Orally through Briefings, Meetings, and Presentations. Ability to Work Collaboratively with Others. Ability to Write/Communicate in Writing. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Copyright is a form of legal protection provided by the laws of the United States (Title 17, U.S. Code) to authors of literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and other works. The Attorney-Advisor in the Office of General Counsel performs authoritative and accurate legal research, provides legal advice to internal staff on all matters of copyright law, and prepares materials for regulatory proceedings and other policy work.