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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Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for an Assistant United States Attorney who prosecutes federal criminal and civil cases, focusing on white-collar crimes like securities fraud, bank fraud, tax fraud, cyber intrusions, and intellectual property theft in the Boston area.
It involves defending the government in court and improving community safety by targeting financial and cyber crimes.
A good fit would be an experienced lawyer passionate about public service, with strong skills in complex federal prosecutions and a solid legal background.
Key Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction
- At least 3 years of post-J.D. legal or relevant professional experience
- Preferred: 5 years of experience as a criminal attorney
- Preferred: Superior academic credentials
- Preferred: Experience briefing and arguing cases before federal appellate courts
- Ability to meet all qualifications by the application closing date
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: Five years of experience as a criminal attorney, superior academic credentials, and experience briefing and arguing before federal appellate courts preferred.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:
- AUSAs in the Securities, Financial & Cyber Fraud Unit improve the quality of life for Massachusetts residents by prosecuting crimes that include securities, bank, and tax fraud, including insider-trading schemes; theft from government programs and private businesses; network intrusions, data theft, and other intellectual property crimes; and other white-collar offenses.
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