Federal Civil Defense Litigator (AUSA)

The United States Department of Justice; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Attorney's Office (USAO), District of Arizona, seeks an attorney experienced in civil litigation to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Civil Division, Tucson, AZ. The role defends the U.S.

Government and its agencies in complex civil matters. Responsibilities include handling personal injury, employment discrimination, immigration, prisoner litigation, and constitutional challenges, with opportunities for trial and appellate work.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership (any U.S. jurisdiction)
• At least 1 year post-J.D. legal or relevant experience
• United States citizenship is required

Responsibilities

• Defensive litigation in federal district and appellate courts.
• Represent the U.S. Government and its agencies in defensive matters.
• Engage in motions practice, discovery, depositions, settlements, and trial and appeals.

Skills

Civil litigation

Federal practice

Bar admission

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The United States Attorney's Office (USAO), District of Arizona, seeks an attorney experienced in civil litigation to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Civil Division, Tucson, AZ. The role defends the U.S.

Government and its agencies in complex civil matters. Responsibilities include handling personal injury, employment discrimination, immigration, prisoner litigation, and constitutional challenges, with opportunities for trial and appellate work.