Appellate AUSA: Criminal Appeals & High-Impact Litigation

United States Attorneys' Offices; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health benefits

Life insurance

Federal Employees Retirement System participation

Job summary

The United States Attorneys' Offices is seeking applications for an Assistant United States Attorney in the Central District of Illinois. This position involves duties related to direct and post-conviction appeals and requires a J.D. degree and an active bar membership.

Salary ranges from $80,000 to $150,000 based on experience, which includes locality pay. The position promotes substantial professional growth and provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Posess superior oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Help with direct and post-conviction appeals.
• Draft briefs and present oral arguments.
• Provide advice on significant legal issues.

Skills

Legal research and writing skills

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The United States Attorneys' Offices is seeking applications for an Assistant United States Attorney in the Central District of Illinois. This position involves duties related to direct and post-conviction appeals and requires a J.D. degree and an active bar membership.

Salary ranges from $80,000 to $150,000 based on experience, which includes locality pay. The position promotes substantial professional growth and provides a comprehensive benefits package.