AUSA - Civil Asset Recovery Attorney

US-Executive-Office-For-U.S.-Attorneys-and-the-Office-of-the-U.S.-Attorneys-; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eastern District of California seeks Assistant U.S. Attorneys for the Civil Division, Asset Recovery Unit in Sacramento or Fresno. Selected applicants collaborate with attorneys across offices and are supported by paralegals and investigators.

Qualifications include a J.D., active bar membership, and at least one year of post‑J.D. experience; U.S. citizenship is required. Ideal candidates have strong research, writing, and advocacy skills for complex civil matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in good standing; at least 1 year post‑J.D. legal or related experience.
• United States citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Civil Division, Asset Recovery Unit, based in Sacramento or Fresno.
• Collaborate with criminal and civil attorneys across offices; coordinate with staff.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs; manage discovery and case strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

The Eastern District of California seeks Assistant U.S. Attorneys for the Civil Division, Asset Recovery Unit in Sacramento or Fresno. Selected applicants collaborate with attorneys across offices and are supported by paralegals and investigators.

Qualifications include a J.D., active bar membership, and at least one year of post‑J.D. experience; U.S. citizenship is required. Ideal candidates have strong research, writing, and advocacy skills for complex civil matters.