Assistant United States Attorney

US-Executive-Office-For-U.S.-Attorneys-and-the-Office-of-the-U.S.-Attorneys-; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Attorney's Office – Northern District of Ohio invites applications for an attorney position focused on criminal law. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team handling federal prosecutions and related matters in a collaborative environment across multiple counties.

Applicants must hold a J.D., be admitted to the bar in good standing, and have at least three years of post-bar criminal law experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar in good standing; U.S. citizenship required.
• At least three full years of post-bar admission experience in criminal law.

Skills

Legal research and writing

Microsoft Word

Education

J.D. Degree

Active bar in good standing

Tools

Electronic court filing

Microsoft Word

Job description

The United States Attorney's office serves the 40 northern counties of Ohio. Our office is responsible for enforcing federal criminal law, which includes a wide range of crimes dealing with national security, public corruption, civil rights, drug trafficking and firearms offenses, among others. Our office is actively engaged in the community, ensuring the rights of victims, working with schools, numerous law enforcement agencies to prevent crime and keep Northern Ohio safe.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three (3) full years of post-bar admission experience in criminal law.United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants should have strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, courtroom experience, good interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.

Applicants must possess excellent computer skills. Experience with automated research, electronic court filing, and various word-processing systems, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, is required.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.