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assistant prosecuting attorney

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
 USAO District of Columbia
 Hiring Office
 Superior Court Division
 Attorney Appointment Type
 Attorney Permanent
 Job ID
 26-DC-12811519-AUSA
 
Location: 
601 D Street NW
 Washington, DC 20530 - United States
 
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
 About the Office
 
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is unique in the size and the scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. AUSAs assigned to the Superior Court Division prosecute D.C. Code offenses ranging from misdemeanors to homicides. AUSAs assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute a broad range of U.S. Code violations.
 
Please find more about this announcement at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/847666800
 
Job Description
 
The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is accepting applications for attorneys to serve as Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in the Office's Superior Court Division. The Superior Court Division is the largest division in the Office. It has primary responsibility for the prosecution of criminal cases in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, and handles the highest volume of felony and misdemeanor cases prosecuted by the Office. Types of cases include, but are not limited to, homicides, sexual assaults, carjackings, kidnappings, robberies, burglaries, domestic violence, and narcotics and weapons possession.
 
AUSAs must possess the qualities necessary to excel in their mission to enforce the criminal laws of the District of Columbia and the United States. These qualities include advocacy and communication skills; superior writing and analytical skills; the ability to manage a high-volume docket; and dedication to duty. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, investigative agencies, witnesses, and crime victims. They must also demonstrate their willingness to meet the high ethical standards expected of prosecutors in their interactions with opposing counsel and the courts.
 
The Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Career Development Program implemented by the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia provides new AUSAs with rotational work assignments in different (and progressively more complex) legal program areas of the Office for an approximate four-year duration. Rotations through different areas of litigation provide the new AUSA opportunities to develop skills and competencies that will enhance their ability to contribute to the important mission of the United States Attorney's Office to enforce federal law and administer justice in the United States.
 
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
 
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html
 
Qualifications
 
Required Qualifications: 
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience.
 
You must be a United States Citizen or National.
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
Litigation experience and a minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred. Applicants must possess superior communication and advocacy skills; exhibit exceptional research and writing ability; perform thorough legal and factual analysis; demonstrate an ability to work well with others; exercise good judgment; and function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
 
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
 
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
 
USAO Residency Requirement: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.
 
Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. The initial appointment is temporary not-to-exceed 14 months from the effective date. The appointment will be converted to a permanent appointment after receiving a favorable adjudication of a full-field background investigation. Failure to obtain a favorable adjudication from the background investigation process could result in your removal from federal service. Once you have been converted to a permanent position, you will be subject to a two-year probationary period. Failure to successfully perform during this probationary period could result in your removal from federal service.
 
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.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment / duty location.
 
Type of Position: All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14 month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Temporary appointments may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
 
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment / duty location.
 
Application Process
 
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
 
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/30/2026 to receive consideration.
 
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
 
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
 
You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
 
<ul>
<li>Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).</li>
<li>Required: A Cover Letter</li>
<li>Required: Your resume cannot exceed two pages - you will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration if your resume exceeds two pages - see USAJOBS for formatting requirements. Include relevant employment history as outlined below for each job:</li>
</ul>
Official position title (if Federal, include series/grade),
 Employer name and contact information,
 Start and end dates (for full consideration you must include month, day, and year),
 Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and
 A list of duties performed and accomplishments.
 
<ul>
<li>Required - Unofficial or official law school transcript. (Please do not submit a restricted pdf document with encryption or password security.)</li>
<li>Required - Writing Sample (such as an appellate brief, substantive brief, or memorandum) that reflects your own work and does not exceed a total of 15 pages).</li>
<li>Required, if applicable: To get Veterans' Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the "How you will be Evaluated" section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans' Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans' preference information in your cover letter or resume.</li>
</ul>
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
 
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
 
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact US Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia at or email at USADC.Staffers@usdoj.gov, prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.
 
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
 
Salary
 
Salary Information: This is an excepted service attorney appointment under an Administrative Determined pay scale. (See www.justice.gov/usao/career-center/salary-information/administratively-determined-pay-plan-charts). Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $84,601 to $195,100 which includes 33.94% locality pay. For additional information on salary and benefits, visit www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-benefits.
 
Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.
 
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
 
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
 
Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)

US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Open Continuous

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) - Open Continuous

DataAnnotation

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 We are looking for legal experts to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning- a completed or in progress law degree is required. We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution.
 
 
 
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 Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs
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Prosecutor

DC Department of Human Resources

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 Job Summary
 
 
 
 Located in the nation&rsquo;s capital, The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. The OAG enforces the laws of the District, defends, and provides legal advice to the District&rsquo;s government agencies and protects the interests of the District&rsquo;s residents. This position is located in the Public Safety Division within the Domestic Violence &amp; Special Victims Section.
 
 
 The Public Safety Division handles all cases where young people commit a law violation in the District of Columbia and prosecutes selected adult misdemeanor cases. The Domestic Violence and Special Victims Section and the Mental Health Sections protect victims of domestic violence, incapacitated adults who are being abused, and mentally ill adults who need emergency psychiatric care. The Restorative Justice Section facilitates conferences between the young people who commit crime and the victim, where the victim is interested. The Public Corruption Section prosecutes offenses related to fraud that undermine the public trust.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 The Domestic Violence &amp; Special Victims Section is seeking a Trial Attorney for its civil protection order practice. The attorney&rsquo;s primary responsibility will be prosecuting criminal contempt actions for violations of civil protection orders. The attorneys vertically prosecute their cases so each attorney is responsible for investigating reports of violations; making charging decisions; fulfilling discovery obligations; resolving cases through declination, diversion, plea agreement or trial; and monitoring compliance with any post-conviction conditions.
 
 
 The attorney will also represent survivors obtaining civil protection orders in all aspects of civil litigation involving the order. The caseload will include intimate partner, dating violence, family violence, stalking, and sexual assault cases. The attorney will be expected to work closely with colleagues from public and private agencies in seeking a broad range of remedies for survivors.
 
 
 
 Trial Attorney, LA-0905-12
 
 
 
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 Incumbent reviews information presented and relevant case law to determine whether a proceeding or filing should be initiated. Reviews for this purpose include interviewing agency officials, other potential witnesses, available documents and sources of information.
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 Incumbent is responsible for preparing complaints, motions, legal briefs/memoranda as appropriate.
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 Prepares and conducts litigation including preparation of witnesses and exhibits; collection and organization of evidence; preparation and conduct of preliminary proceedings; identification, procurement and preparation of expert services; examination of witnesses; and oral arguments.
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 Negotiates resolution of cases and determines, with the approval of the supervisor, when continued proceedings are no longer in the best interest of the District of Columbia, and prepares documentation and necessary court papers to implement negotiations.
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 Performs all functions related to case and calendar management, such as pretrial, motion and trial scheduling, preparation of case transfer or close-out reports, case file entry updating, documentation of action taken or orders issued, timely preparation and service of filings, timely issuance of subpoenas, and any other administrative function associated with litigation.
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 Incumbent is responsible for keeping abreast of judicial, agency, and other changes in laws and regulations related to the function of programs and the recommendation of appropriate courses of action to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
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 Incumbent may have to confer with and incorporate the concerns of District Government officials, members of administrative bodies, and officials outside of the District Government regarding actions taken during enforcement cases.
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 Compiles monthly statistical and status reports on cases assigned.
 
 
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 Trial Attorney, LA-0905-13
 
 
 
 In addition to those duties and responsibilities set forth above for the Grade 12, the successful candidate also:
 
 
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 Performs extensive legal research; prepares detailed memoranda of findings to support conclusion of cases in accord with judicial and office policies, procedures and precedents; informs supervisor of findings of facts and resolution of assigned cases.
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 Represents OAG in complex hearings and prepares evidence, briefs, motions, and other documents to support cases, as necessary.
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 Keeps abreast of judicial, agency and other changes in laws and regulations related to the function of programs and recommends appropriate courses of action to the Chief, Deputy Attorney General and the Attorney General.
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 Ensures staff is trained in laws, rules, regulations, adjudicative process, and in gathering information and documentation to provide supporting evidence pursuant to enforcement or corrective actions.
 
 
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 HOW TO APPLY:
 
 Online Application must be completed in its entirety, along with the following submissions:
 
 
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 Cover Letter
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 A List of Three References
 
 
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 FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL ATTACHMENTS WILL ELIMINATE YOU FROM CONSIDERATION.
 
 
 
 **If experiencing issues uploading attachments through the careers portal, please send the required documents to OAGrecruitment@DC.gov. Failure to submit the required documentation may lead to non-consideration for the position.**
 
 
 
 Qualifications And Education
 
 
 
 
 Grade 12 qualifications:
 
 Qualified candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years&rsquo; legal experience in the areas set forth above and at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the LA-11 grade level, or its non-District equivalent gained from either the public or private sector.
 
 
 
 Grade 13 qualifications:
 
 Qualified candidate must have a minimum of four (4) years&rsquo; legal experience in the areas set forth above and at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the LA-12 grade level, or its non-District equivalent gained from either the public or private sector.
 
 
 For both Grades, qualified applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to working with victims of domestic violence; at least one year of trial experience, preferably in criminal law; and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.
 
 
 
 LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
 
 
 
 The incumbent must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment.
 
 
 
 Other Significant Factors
 
 
 
 
 Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
 
 LA-0905-12
 
 
 
 Salary Range:
 
 The maximum salary for this position within Grade 12 is negotiable up to $116,137 depending on qualifications and availability of funds.
 
 
 
 Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
 
 LA-0905-13
 
 
 
 Salary Range:
 
 The maximum salary for this position within Grade 13 is negotiable up to $116,289, depending on qualifications and availability of funds.
 
 
 
 Number Of Vacancies
 
 
 
 One (1)
 
 
 
 Type of Appointment:
 
 Legal Service &ndash; Term Appointment (Not to Exceed 13 months)
 
 
 
 Tour of Duty:
 
 Monday-Friday; 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
 
 
 In-person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility.
 
 
 
 Promotion Potential:
 
 No known promotion potential.
 
 
 
 Collective Bargaining Unit:
 
 This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 1403
 
 
 
 GENERAL SUITABILITY SCREENING:
 
 The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.
 
 
 
 RESIDENCY PREFERENCE
 
 : Applicants claiming "Residency Preference&rdquo; will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
 
 
 
 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
 
 All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation.
 
 
 
 NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
 
 : In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Code
 
 
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 OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
 
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Trial Attorney

Apple

<div>Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of quickly becoming great products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love taking on bold new challenges? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the practice of intellectual property (IP) and patent law, care about details, drive efficient execution, and have a passion for innovation? Apple&rsquo;s legal team upholds Apple&rsquo;s high ethical and corporate standards and protects Apple&rsquo;s IP. As part of the team, you will support the development of world-class products and services. Working for a company that invents new product categories and creates new industries means you&rsquo;ll be challenged to creatively apply your knowledge and expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of IP practice. 
 
Description 
 
We seek a Patent Attorney or Agent to perform patent and other risk analysis relating to Apple&rsquo;s open source and standards participation. You will devise and drive diligence efforts to analyze risks due to Apple&rsquo;s participation in open source, and engagement in standards-related activities. You will review technical material, analyze patents, develop risk analyses, working closely and communicating with business teams to understand their needs, priorities, and challenges. The successful candidate will have or demonstrate the ability to learn to apply a deep understanding of open source licenses and contributor license agreements, as well as IPR policies governing standards development organizations. Your work will also serve to inform and guide efforts to develop and curate a worldwide patent portfolio covering Apple&rsquo;s products, services, and other research and development. 
 
Minimum Qualifications 
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USPTO Registered Patent Attorney or Agent</li><li>
Education: BS or higher degree in computer science, OR BS or higher degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics with significant experience in software development.</li><li>
3+ years of patent-focused work experience, including drafting and prosecuting patent assets, developing patent strategies, conducting patent infringement or essentiality analyses, supporting transactions with IP terms such as M&amp;A deals, or supporting patent litigation.</li><li>
3+ years of work experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication.</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications 
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Experience analyzing patents such as claim-charting, infringement or essentiality analyses.</li><li>
3+ years of industrial software development experience. Open source software development experience preferred.</li><li>
Experience with general software licensing and/or IP terms in agreements.</li><li>
Experience with IPR policies governing standards development organizations.</li><li>
Experience with open source licenses and contributor license agreements.</li><li>
Experience supporting corporate participation in standards development organizations.</li></ul> 

Pay &amp; Benefits 
 
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $180,300 and $271,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 
 
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple&rsquo;s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple&rsquo;s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You&rsquo;ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. 
 
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. 
 
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant . 
 
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Open Source and Standards Diligence Patent Attorney or Agent

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