Civil AUSA: Border & Immigration Litigation

United States Attorneys' Offices; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas seeks Assistant United States Attorneys in the Civil Division to litigate a broad range of federal cases in court across Brownsville, McAllen, Laredo, or Corpus Christi.

This is a temporary appointment not-to-exceed 09/30/2029, with opportunities to advance based on performance. The role emphasizes rigorous legal research and writing, courtroom experience, and a strong commitment to public service as part of a team protecting life,

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar by the entry on duty date.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This is a temporary appointment not-to-exceed 09/30/2029.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of federal civil matters in the Civil Division in federal court.
• Litigate significant and complex issues on behalf of the United States.
• Work in Brownsville, McAllen, Laredo, or Corpus Christi, Texas as assigned.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Courtroom Experience

Public Service Mindset

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar member

Job description

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas seeks Assistant United States Attorneys in the Civil Division to litigate a broad range of federal cases in court across Brownsville, McAllen, Laredo, or Corpus Christi.

This is a temporary appointment not-to-exceed 09/30/2029, with opportunities to advance based on performance. The role emphasizes rigorous legal research and writing, courtroom experience, and a strong commitment to public service as part of a team protecting life,