Assistant United States Attorney (e-Litigation)

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys in Pittsburgh seeks an attorney with a J.D. degree and active bar membership to join its team. The position requires at least one year of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience and United States citizenship.

The ideal candidate will possess strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to manage a high case load, and the judgment to work effectively in a demanding federal environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree required and active bar membership.
• At least 1 year post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Legal analysis

High caseload management

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Litigation technology

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. Western District of Pennsylvania | Western District of Pennsylvania This position is located in Pittsburgh, PA.

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year 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 Office seeks attorneys who have outstanding legal ability, high moral character, mature judgment, and demonstrated excellence in handling court proceedings. The ideal candidate will possess superior oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills, exhibit superior judgment, and be able to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment while balancing a high case load, which often requires night and weekend work.
• Experience with complex civil or criminal litigation and with using litigation technology applications to acquire, organize, analyze and present electronic discovery and evidence is strongly preferred. Successful candidates should have a strong academic background, possess superior oral and written communication skills, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have demonstrated the capacity to work effectively with a team, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. Successful candidates should also possess the knowledge and ability to use computers and computer applications in performing day-to-day work requirements.