Assistant U.S. Attorney — Civil Defense Litigation

100KCrossing; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit subsidy

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut is seeking an Assistant United States Attorney to serve in the Defensive Unit of the Civil Division in New Haven, CT. The role defends claims against the United States, including torts, medical malpractice, discrimination, immigration, and foreclosures, and also defends federal employees in Bivens actions. Responsibilities expand with training.

Applicants must hold a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar, with U.S.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership required (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Defends claims filed against the United States in civil matters.
• Works in the Defensive Unit handling tort, medical malpractice, employment discrimination, immigration and foreclosures cases.

Job description

Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut is seeking an Assistant United States Attorney to serve in the Defensive Unit of the Civil Division in New Haven, CT. The role defends claims against the United States, including torts, medical malpractice, discrimination, immigration, and foreclosures, and also defends federal employees in Bivens actions. Responsibilities expand with training.

Applicants must hold a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar, with U.S.