Special Assistant U.S. Attorney – Criminal Fraud Prosecution

US Social Security Administration; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Social Security Administration's Law and Policy unit seeks attorneys to serve as Special Assistant United States Attorneys in U.S. Attorney's Offices.

LP criminal fraud attorneys handle investigations and prosecutions of fraud affecting SSA and other government benefits programs. Applicants must hold an ABA-accredited law degree, be in good standing with the Bar of a State or DC, and be eligible to practice law.

Qualifications

• Requires a law degree from an ABA-accredited School of Law.
• Bar membership in good standing of a State, Commonwealth or DC and eligible to practice law.
• Experience in criminal or civil litigation, court appearances, trials, or negotiations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prosecute criminal fraud cases undermining SSA and other government benefit programs.
• Handle and litigate criminal or civil matters from investigation through resolution.
• Appear in court and participate in settlement or plea negotiations as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

The Social Security Administration's Law and Policy unit seeks attorneys to serve as Special Assistant United States Attorneys in U.S. Attorney's Offices.

LP criminal fraud attorneys handle investigations and prosecutions of fraud affecting SSA and other government benefits programs. Applicants must hold an ABA-accredited law degree, be in good standing with the Bar of a State or DC, and be eligible to practice law.