Assistant United States Attorney

US-Executive-Office-For-U.S.-Attorneys-and-the-Office-of-the-U.S.-Attorneys-; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Hampshire in Concord seeks experienced attorneys for a limited number of Assistant United States Attorney positions in the Civil and Criminal Divisions. These roles involve handling significant federal cases and work across diverse legal areas.

Open until filled with applicant lists reviewed every 15 days, candidates must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date and be U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Hampshire, located in Concord, NH, is seeking experienced attorneys to fill a small number of Assistant United States Attorney positions in the Civil and Criminal Divisions. The Criminal and Civil Divisions handle significant, complex, and visible cases involving a variety of federal laws.

These positions are open until filled. Applicant lists will be reviewed every 15 days.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• United States citizenship is required.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will possess superior legal research and writing skills; quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues; high-volume briefing and courtroom experience; outstanding organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills; the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with other AUSAs, support staff, and investigative agencies; and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Relevant favorable experience includes oral advocacy skills and federal court practice.
• Seven years of post-J.D. experience is strongly preferred.