Federal Civil Attorney — Protect & Shape Justice

United States Attorneys' Offices; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework

Federal benefits

Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in the Western District of Texas seeks Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) to serve in the Civil Division, representing the government in civil litigation before the Western District of Texas and the Fifth Circuit. Defensive and affirmative sections cover immigration, employment disputes, torts, judicial review, and regulatory challenges; responsibilities include depositions, motions, trials, and appeals.

Applicants must have a J.D.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Represent the federal government in civil litigation in the Western District of Texas and the Fifth Circuit.
• Assist in defensive and affirmative sections, including immigration and regulatory matters.
• Handle depositions, motions, settlements, trials and appeals; grow responsibilities with experience.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical ability

Courtroom skills

Good judgment

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

United States Attorneys' Offices in the Western District of Texas seeks Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) to serve in the Civil Division, representing the government in civil litigation before the Western District of Texas and the Fifth Circuit. Defensive and affirmative sections cover immigration, employment disputes, torts, judicial review, and regulatory challenges; responsibilities include depositions, motions, trials, and appeals.

Applicants must have a J.D.