Assistant United States Attorney - Civil Division

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

Job summary

United States Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys, Tulsa office, seeks a licensed attorney with a J.D. and active bar admission. The role requires at least one year post-J.D.

legal or related experience and US citizenship. Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential for effective representation. Ideal candidates will handle complex discovery, draft briefs, and present arguments to courts. Applicants should demonstrate professional communication with the court, opposing counsel,

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• Must have at least 1 year of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• United States citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda.
• Prepare and present oral arguments to district and appellate judges.
• Manage discovery, document production, and case workflow with attention to detail.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Electronic filing (Pacer/e- filing)

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the Nation's laws to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans.

This position is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year of post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated capacity to function independently in a demanding environment. Successful applicants must exhibit superior research and writing skills, including spotting issues, developing arguments, and presenting rebuttal points. Applicants must be comfortable processing, using, and comprehending large electronically stored discovery records. Successful applicants must demonstrate an ability to make critical decisions to successfully position the United States for an optimal outcome in litigation. Applicants should exhibit strong interpersonal skills, including the skill to present complex oral arguments to district and appellate judges, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with the court, opposing counsel, and client agencies. Applicants must have a well-developed attention to detail and accuracy to present issues, arguments, and evidence with a high degree of professionalism.

Successful candidates should also possess computer literacy skills including experience in automated legal research, electronic court filing, electronic e-mail, and word processing systems and similar software.

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

Applicants received by August 07, 2026 will receive first consideration. Applicants will then be reviewed on a rolling basis. (The filling of this position is subject to availability of funds).