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Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Posted 50 days ago
About the Role
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee is comprised of 57 attorneys located in three staffed offices: Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Greeneville. The Eastern District of Tennessee enjoys a challenging mix of cases, friendly and talented staff, and excellent agency relationships.
What You'll Do
- →The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee is seeking applications from experienced attorneys with a strong background in criminal prosecution for an Assistant United States Attorney vacancy in the Criminal Division.
- →This position is focused on the promotion of public safety in the Eastern District of Tennessee.
- →The incumbent will be responsible for prosecuting and directing the investigation of various types of cases in the U.S.
- →District Court including: fraud, money laundering, immigration, child exploitation, violent crimes, routine and complex drug-trafficking crimes, and organized crime.
- →Duties include independently researching legal issues, drafting high-quality briefs, providing superior oral advocacy on behalf of the United States, and forging strong partnerships with law enforcement to identify and disrupt criminal activities within the District and beyond.
- →The incumbent will be expected to handle all stages of criminal litigation, including regular appearances before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
- →Applicants should have courtroom experience arguing motions and conducting trials, possess outstanding analytical abilities, and be able to articulate critical legal issues clearly and succinctly both in written pleadings and in court.
- →Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
- →As needed, one or more positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
- →For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/.
- →This position is located in Knoxville, Tennessee.
- →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.
Requirements
- ✓Applicants must possess a J.D.
Personality Fit
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