Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department of Justice
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Salary
$83,426 - $195,100
per year
Type
Full Time
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January 15, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves defending the U.S.
government and its employees in civil lawsuits, such as those related to accidents, medical errors, workplace issues, immigration matters, and property foreclosures, primarily in Connecticut.
It suits lawyers with at least one year of experience who are strong communicators, dedicated team players, and able to handle increasingly complex cases independently.
Ideal candidates are committed to public service and comfortable with the demands of federal litigation.
Key Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction
- At least 1 year of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Excellent writing and oral communication skills
- Strong work ethic, dedication, and ability to work independently and with others
- Residency in the District of Connecticut or within 25 miles
Full Job Description
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut is seeking applications for two Assistant United States Attorneys to serve in the Defensive Unit of the office's Civil Division. This position is located in New Haven, Hartford, or Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should have excellent writing and oral communication skills, strong character, dedication, work ethic, and the ability to work well with others and independently.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
United States citizenship is required. Proof of active bar membership is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Major Duties:
The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut is seeking applications for two Assistant United States Attorneys to serve in the Defensive Unit of the office's Civil Division.
The Civil Division's Defensive Unit defends claims filed against the United States, including tort, medical malpractice, employment discrimination, immigration, and foreclosures.
The Defensive Unit also defends claims brought against individual federal employees (Bivens claims).
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing.
In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
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.
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