Law Clerk Supporting the US Attorney's Office

FSA•New York, NY

3d•$79,140 - $91,010

About The Position

FSA Federal is hiring a Law Clerk to support the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO), the nation's principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General. The role supports the USAO Asset Forfeiture Section, which prosecutes criminal and civil actions against property used or acquired during illegal activity. The Law Clerk assists attorneys with the litigation process under supervision and works in a mission-driven law enforcement and homeland security environment.

Requirements

Hold a law degree, or be a student at an ABA-accredited law school who has completed at least one year.
Have experience conducting legal research using various research tools and law library resources.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills, including legal writing skills.
Have strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Have experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and other common software applications, including databases.
Be able to work in a team environment, deliver high-quality work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure.
Be a U.S. citizen.
Be able to meet a 7- or 10-year minimum background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the specific policies, processes, procedures, and practices of the customer office.
Clearance to commence work immediately.

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with the litigation process under supervision.
Review the work of paralegals and clerks.
Prepare litigation-related documents, including drafting motions, briefs, and memoranda of law.
Screen documents for privilege.
Perform other duties as assigned.