Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the National's laws to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. We strive to build a stronger office through recruitment efforts and maintain the high standards of the office by promoting professional development.

Duties

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for the highly motivated attorney. The Office is seeking an AUSA interested in working in our Appellate Division responsible for handling criminal appeals. This position can be filled in any of our offices (Alexandria, Richmond, Norfolk, or Newport News). Please be sure to state your preference in your cover letter. The candidate selected for this vacancy will be responsible for handling criminal appeals on behalf of the United States in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Responsibilities will include working on appeals involving the full range of criminal cases that the District prosecutes and post-conviction appellate litigation. Appellate AUSAs draft briefs, present oral arguments before the Fourth Circuit, participate in some district court litigation, provide advice to other prosecutors, and participate in moot courts to prepare AUSAs for oral arguments. Briefs will involve a wide variety of constitutional, statutory, and other 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.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Must reside in the district to which 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, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), have at least one year of post-JD legal or other relevant experience, and possess superior oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills, exhibit good judgment and function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. Preferred qualifications: Significant legal writing and oral advocacy, legal practice in federal court (or a federal court clerkship), or practice in criminal matters. Demonstrated ability and willingness to be self-reliant and motivated in reviewing and distilling voluminous records involving complex fact patterns, understanding and articulating complex legal doctrines; routinely preparing high-quality briefs on strict time deadlines; making persuasive oral arguments; and assisting other attorneys in all divisions. United States citizenship is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree

Contacts

• Address Eastern District of Virginia 2100 Jamieson Avenue Alexandria, VA 22314 US
• Name: Huo Kyoung Boudreaux
• Phone: 7038382632
• Email: [email protected]