Appellate Criminal AUSA — DC Circuit & Local Courts

United States Attorneys' Offices; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,442 - 197,100; Full time

Job summary

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia seeks Assistant United States Attorneys for the Appellate Division to brief and argue direct criminal appeals and to consult with trial teams on legal questions. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or nationals and hold a J.D. with active bar membership, plus post‑J.D.

experience. Residency within the district or 25 miles is required. Responsibilities include arguing in the DC Court of Appeals and the DC Circuit, with opportunities

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership required.
• At least 1 year post‑J.D. experience; preferably 3 years.
• U.S. citizen or national.
• Residence in the district or within 25 miles is required.

Responsibilities

• Brief and argue direct appeals in criminal cases.
• Consult with trial attorneys on discrete legal questions.
• Argue appeals in both local and federal Courts of Appeal.

Skills

Appellate litigation

Criminal law knowledge

Communication skills

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar admission (US jurisdiction)

Job description

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia seeks Assistant United States Attorneys for the Appellate Division to brief and argue direct criminal appeals and to consult with trial teams on legal questions. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or nationals and hold a J.D. with active bar membership, plus post‑J.D.

experience. Residency within the district or 25 miles is required. Responsibilities include arguing in the DC Court of Appeals and the DC Circuit, with opportunities