Senior Trial Attorney & Unit Lead, White Collar Prosecutions

Justice Management Division; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Justice Management Division in Washington, DC seeks an Assistant Deputy Chief to lead Trial Attorneys in the Securities, Market and Private Fraud Unit and Health & Safety Unit. You will guide investigations and prosecutions, allocate resources, and mentor staff across the country.

The role requires a J.D. with five years post-legal experience, including four years federal prosecution, plus experience with complex white-collar and corporate matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent and bar admission in good standing.
• At least five years post-J.D. legal experience, including four years of federal prosecution.
• Experience investigating and prosecuting complex white-collar and corporate investigations, including securities, investments, frauds, and public health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and manages the Unit's trial attorneys on investigations and prosecutions, ensuring development and proper resource allocation.
• Advises trial attorneys on strategic approaches, including investigative plans, charging reviews, and resolutions.
• Oversees budget, hiring, staffing and reporting responsibilities; supports Unit Chief in day-to-day operations.
• Develops and maintains the Unit's program for national investigations and prosecutions, including priorities, policy, and partnerships.
• Develops and conducts trainings on white-collar crime and fraud prosecutions and investigations.
• Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including grand jury, witness interviews, pleadings, motions, and trials nationwide.
• Serves as liaison between the Criminal Division, DOJ components, and U.S. Attorneys' Offices and other enforcement agencies.

Skills

Federal prosecution experience

White collar investigations

Strategic case development

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Justice Management Division in Washington, DC seeks an Assistant Deputy Chief to lead Trial Attorneys in the Securities, Market and Private Fraud Unit and Health & Safety Unit. You will guide investigations and prosecutions, allocate resources, and mentor staff across the country.

The role requires a J.D. with five years post-legal experience, including four years federal prosecution, plus experience with complex white-collar and corporate matters.