Assistant United States Attorney (E-Litigation)

U.S. Department of Justice; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking an Assistant U.S. Attorney for E-Litigation in Tallahassee, Florida. This role involves managing electronic discovery and providing litigation support. Applicants must have a J.D. degree and relevant experience, with a commitment to public service. The position is temporary but may be extended or made permanent. The DOJ emphasizes a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1-year post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• Significant experience with electronic stored information and complex discovery practice.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage standardized discovery and case-management practices.
• Provide litigation support and consultation at every stage of litigation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

J.D. Degree

Tools

Document Management Software

Job description

Assistant United States Attorney (E-Litigation)

Pay $74250.00 - $180755.00 / year

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 730230800 The United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida (NDFL) is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States in the Northern District of Florida. This includes criminal prosecutions for violations of federal law, civil lawsuits by and against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers.






Duties




The United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida is seeking applications from experienced attorneys with significant electronic discovery practice to fill an E-Litigation Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) vacancy. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing standardized discovery and case-management practices; improving the use of existing tools (e.g. Eclipse, Everlaw, eZmanage, Evidence.com); providing litigation support and consultation at every stage of litigation from investigation through trial; work across divisions to establish best practices and train attorneys; and provide support as co-counsel on a select number of cases.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis.

This is a temporary appointment not-to-exceed 14 months. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.

More information on the Northern District of Florida can be found at http://www.justice.gov/usao-ndfl.

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement

Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.

Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.




Requirements



• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Type of Position: This is a temporary position not-to-exceed 14 months. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
• Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.



Qualifications


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.

Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants should have significant experience with electronic stored information, complex discovery practice, and document management software. Applicants should also possess superior oral and written communication skills, have strong character and interpersonal skills, have the capacity to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment, and have a strong commitment to public service.

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

United States citizenship is required.

About the company

The United States Department of Justice, also known as the Justice Department, is a federal executive department of the United States government responsible for the enforcement of the law and administration of justice in the United States. It is equivalent to the justice or interior ministries of other countries. The department was formed in 1870 during the Ulysses S. Grant administration, and administers several federal law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Marshals Service, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. The DOJ is responsible for investigating instances of financial fraud, representing the U.S. government in legal matters, and running the federal prison system. The department is also responsible for reviewing the conduct of local law enforcement as directed by the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994.