Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Attorney's Office is looking for an Assistant U.S. Attorney to handle federal criminal cases and civil litigation efforts in Atlanta, GA. Candidates must be a J.D. holder, an active bar member, and demonstrate strong legal writing and analytical skills. This role provides an opportunity to serve the public interest while representing the government in vital legal matters.

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar.
• At least one year post-J.D. legal experience required.
• Significant civil litigation experience preferred.

Skills

Analytical ability

Judgment

Advocacy skills

Legal writing

Research ability

Education

J.D. Degree (or equivalent)

Job description

The United States Attorney's Office prosecutes federal criminal offenses, seeks recovery of government funds fraudulently obtained, litigates affirmative civil fraud and enforcement actions, and defends the U.S. Government's interest in civil cases. In addition to the main office in downtown Atlanta, we maintain three intermittently staffed offices located in Rome, Newnan, and Gainesville. This position is located in Atlanta, GA Additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

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Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post-J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience. A minimum of 3-years post-J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience is required.

United States citizenship is required.

You must become a member of the Georgia bar within 18 months of appointment as an Assistant U.S. Attorney. If you are a member of the bar in any jurisdiction other than Georgia, you may apply for admission on motion without examination to membership in the bar to receive comity for bar admission purposes with the State of Georgia. Reciprocity Order, eligibility criteria, instructions for admission on motion without examination are available at
http://www.gabaradmissions.org.

Preferred Qualifications:
Hiring preferences include significant civil litigation experience, although we consider applicants with a variety of litigation backgrounds that demonstrate analytical ability, judgment, and advocacy skills. Candidates must possess a strong academic background, superior legal writing and research ability, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Finally, preferred candidates must possess the ability to manage large, complex cases and investigations.

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