Assistant United States Attorney

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana is hiring an Assistant United States Attorney in its Criminal Division in New Orleans, Louisiana. The attorney will investigate and prosecute federal criminal offenses, which may include violent crime, drug trafficking, immigration offenses, terrorism, public corruption, white collar crime, and organized crime. The role covers all phases of criminal prosecution, from advising law enforcement during investigations and presenting cases to grand juries through charging decisions, motion practice, trials, appeals, and related asset forfeiture matters. Assignments and responsibilities will grow in complexity as training and experience progress. This is a term appointment not to exceed 18 months, which may be extended without further competition. The attorney generally must reside in the Eastern District of Louisiana or within 25 miles of it. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

J.D. degree.
Active membership of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
United States citizenship or nationality.
Satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit, and tax checks, and drug testing; continued employment is subject to favorable background investigation adjudication.
Selective Service registration, if applicable.
Residence in the district of appointment or within 25 miles thereof.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Nice To Haves

Strong academic credentials.
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Sound judgment and ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues and communicate them clearly and accurately.
Professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, commitment to public service, and ability to work effectively with attorneys, support staff, and investigative agencies.
Experience in criminal law, litigation, or courtroom advocacy.

Responsibilities

Investigate and prosecute federal criminal offenses.
Advise law enforcement agencies during investigations.
Present matters to grand juries and initiate criminal charges.
Litigate motions and conduct trials.
Handle appeals and related asset forfeiture matters.
Uphold ethical and professional standards when interacting with courts, investigative agencies, opposing counsel, victims, witnesses, and the public.