Assistant United States Attorney

Summary

The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana represents the United States in federal criminal and civil matters. We enforce federal law, protect public safety, and uphold the fair and impartial administration of justice. Join our office as an Assistant United States Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a term appointment not to exceed 18 months. https://www.justice.gov/usao-edla

Duties

The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana is seeking applicants for one Assistant United States Attorney position in the Criminal Division in New Orleans. The selected attorney will investigate and prosecute federal criminal offenses. Assignments may include violent crime, drug trafficking, immigration offenses, terrorism, public corruption, white collar crime, and organized crime. Assistant United States Attorneys handle all phases of criminal prosecution, including advising law enforcement agencies during investigations, presenting matters to grand juries, initiating criminal charges, litigating motions, conducting trials, and handling appeals and related asset forfeiture matters. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong legal analysis, sound judgment, excellent legal writing, and effective courtroom advocacy. They must be committed to public service and uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in their interactions with the courts, investigative agencies, opposing counsel, victims, witnesses, and the public. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction). United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include strong academic credentials; excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; sound judgment; and the ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues and communicate them clearly and accurately. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to public service, and the ability to work effectively with other attorneys, support staff, and investigative agencies. Experience in criminal law, litigation, or courtroom advocacy is desirable. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree.