Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department of Justice
Location
Salary
$86,923 - $197,100
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for an Assistant United States Attorney in Boston, focusing on prosecuting federal crimes related to healthcare fraud, such as kickbacks and drug violations, to protect public health in Massachusetts.
It involves handling criminal and civil cases for the government, with responsibilities growing more complex over time.
A good fit would be an experienced lawyer passionate about public service, with strong skills in courtroom work and writing, especially those with a background in white-collar defense or health-related law.
Key Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction in good standing
- At least 3 years of post-J.D. legal or relevant professional experience
- Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills
- Superior academic credentials
- Preferred: At least 5 years of attorney experience
- Preferred: In-court experience and substantive health-care focused white-collar defense experience
Full Job Description
Assistant United States Attorneys prosecute all criminal and civil cases brought by the federal government and defend the United States in civil cases.
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement for other units in the Criminal or Civil Division. Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D.
Degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (in any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications: At least five years of experience as an attorney, superior academic credentials, and excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
In court experience experience and substantive health-care focused white-collar defense experience preferred. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Major Duties:
AUSAs in the Health Care Fraud Unit improve the quality of life for Massachusetts residents by prosecuting crimes that include violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute, Food Drug & Cosmetic Act violations, and healthcare fraud-based offenses.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
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