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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

THEODORE P WATSON & ASSOCIATES

<div>Benefits: 
<ul><li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
</ul> 
(Healthcare &amp; FCA Experience Required) 
Watson &amp; Associates, LLC is currently seeking a highly experienced Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our team in an Of Counsel capacity. We focus on high-stakes federal criminal litigation with an emphasis on healthcare fraud defense, including Medicare and Medicaid fraud, False Claims Act investigations, and related criminal matters. 
 
This is an ideal role for: 
 
Former DOJ, AUSA, OIG, or federal prosecutors 
<ul><li>
</li>Seasoned trial attorneys with 6+ years of federal litigation experience 
<li>
</li>Semi-retired attorneys or solo practitioners seeking consistent, high-level casework 
<li>
</li>Professionals with deep knowledge of federal rules, Florida federal court litigation, and experience defending white-collar crime and government contract fraud cases 
<li>
</li></ul>We are not looking for general criminal defense attorneys without significant healthcare fraud defense or False Claims Act experience. If you&rsquo;ve defended cases involving the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law violations, civil investigative demands (CIDs), or complex qui tam whistleblower actions, we want to speak with you. 
 
Position Details 
 
<ul><li>Title: Of Counsel &ndash; Federal Criminal &amp; Healthcare Fraud Defense Attorney 
</li><li>Type: Part-time Contract / Flexible Hours 
</li><li>Location: Remote, must be barred in Florida 
</li><li>Rate: $85&ndash;$125 per hour (depending on experience and case complexity) 
</li><li>Benefits: This position does not currently include benefits. 
</li></ul>Key Responsibilities 
 
<ul><li>Handle federal court litigation in Florida involving complex healthcare fraud, FCA violations, and white-collar crimes 
</li><li>Draft motions, legal briefs, responses to CIDs, and trial documents 
</li>Conduct high-level legal research and strategic analysis of federal investigations 
<li>
</li>Provide legal counsel to clients facing indictments or civil fraud allegations 
<li>
</li>Attend federal court hearings, trial, and pre-trial proceedings as necessary 
<li>
</li>Collaborate with managing attorneys and legal team on case planning and execution 
<li>
</li></ul>Required Qualifications 
 
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school 
<ul><li>
</li><li>Active Florida State Bar license in good standing 
</li><li>Minimum 6 years of federal litigation experience with emphasis on criminal or False Claims Act defense 
</li>Demonstrated experience handling: 
<li>
<ul>
<li>Healthcare fraud investigations 
</li><li>Medicare and Medicaid fraud defense 
</li><li>Qui tam lawsuits &amp; whistleblower defense 
</li><li>Government contract fraud (preferred, not required) 
</li></ul></li>Strong legal writing, courtroom presence, and strategic litigation skills 
<li>
</li><li>Familiarity with Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, local rules in Florida federal courts 
</li></ul>Preferred Background 
 
Former federal prosecutor, AUSA, DOJ trial attorney, or military JAG 
<ul><li>
</li>Experience with OIG subpoenas, HHS investigations, or administrative healthcare proceedings 
<li>
</li>Ability to work independently with minimal oversight 
<li>
</li></ul>How to Apply 
 
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter explaining your litigation experience, past government roles (if applicable), and the specific types of healthcare fraud or FCA cases you&rsquo;ve handled. 
 
Serious inquiries only. This is a highly focused role for attorneys with federal trial experience and demonstrable knowledge in healthcare fraud law. 
 
Please &ndash; no phone calls or recruiter inquiries. 
Flexible work from home options available.</div>

Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Florida

<div>Benefits/Perks 
<ul>
<li>Careers Advancement Opportunities
</li><li>Flexible Scheduling</li>
<li>Competitive Compensation</li>
</ul>Job Summary 
We are seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our law firm in an Of Counsel Position. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, litigation and defense or clients, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with the managing attorney, other colleagues, and senior partners to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Candidates with previous experience as a federal criminal prosecutor, DOJ, OIG, SEC, or AUSA will receive more consideration. Federal criminal defense experience also a must. Must have experience with federal False Claims Act cases, qui tam cases, procurement, and or white-collar crime cases involving False CLaims Act. Must also be able to handle all local procedural issues, write briefs interview clients, and work with prosecuting attorneys. If you have a passion for law, we want to hear from you. 
 
Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents</li>
<li>Conduct legal research</li>
<li>Prepare for and attend legal proceedings, if necessary, including trials</li>
<li>Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates</li>
<li>Litigation in Court</li>
<li>Negotiate on behalf of clients</li>
<li>Maintain detailed and accurate client records</li>
<li>Respond to subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CID)</li>
</ul>Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam</li>
<li>Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)</li>
<li>State Bar License of the State Bar of this Job Announcement</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Proven experience as either federal prosecutor, former DOJ or Military JAG</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Litigate and defend clients pre-trial and at trial</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients</li></ul> 
Flexible work from home options available.</div>

Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney. Montana

<div>Benefits: 
<ul><li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li> 
</ul> 
 
Job Summary 
We are seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our law firm in an Of Counsel Position in Illinois. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with the managing attorney, other colleagues, and or senior attorneys to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Candidates with previous experience as federal criminal defense counsel and applicants providing expertise as a federal prosecutor, DOJ, OIG, SEC, or AUSA will receive more consideration. Must have experience with federal False Claims Act cases, qui tam cases, procurement, and or white-collar crime cases. With a passion for law, we want to hear from you. Please send a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications. 
PLEASE, NO CALLS OR RECRUITERS 
 
Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents</li>
<li>Conduct legal research</li>
<li>Prepare for and attend legal proceedings, if necessary, including trials and settlements.</li>
<li>Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior attorneys</li>
<li>Negotiate on behalf of clients</li>
<li>Maintain detailed and accurate client records</li>
<li>Respond to subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CID)</li>
<li>Litigation and Trial</li>
<li>Federal white collar cases and federal civil cases launched by the federal government</li>
<li>NO STATE CASES</li>
</ul>Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam</li>
<li>Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)</li>
<li>Must have current Illinois Bar and Federal Court License</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Proven experience as either federal prosecutor, former DOJ or Military JAG a plus</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients</li>
<li>Must be reliable and dependable</li></ul> 
Flexible work from home options available.</div>

Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney IL

Hiring Organization
 USAO Eastern District of Virginia
 Hiring Office
 Civil Division
 Attorney Appointment Type
 Attorney Permanent
 
Location: 
Alexandria, VA 22314 - United States
 About the Office
 
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia has four offices which are located in Alexandria, Richmond, Norfolk, and Newport News. Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) are assigned to each of these offices to prosecute criminal cases and litigate civil cases. The district consists of more than 19,000 square miles, has a population of over six million, and includes numerous federal agencies (including the Defense Department and the CIA), military installations, and major airports. The Office has over 100 criminal AUSAs who handle a wide variety of complex cases, including drug trafficking and money-laundering crimes, terrorism-related offenses, firearms and other violent crime offenses, cybercrimes, environmental crimes, and a variety of fraud and white-collar offenses.
 
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service
 
For more information on the Department of Justice and the USAOs, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html
 
Job Description
 
An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for a highly motivated attorney, including the opportunity to work on his or her own caseload and handle his or her own trials. In the Civil Division, Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) represent the United States’ interests in trial and appellate courts in a wide variety of federal and state litigation, including commercial, constitutional, employment, environmental, federal programs, immigration, medical malpractice, patent, prisoner, Social Security, summons enforcement, tax, and general tort cases.
 
The attorney selected for this position will be assigned to the Civil Division in the Alexandria, Richmond, Newport News, or Norfolk Division and will focus on defending the United States’ interests in civil cases and matters involving employment law, tort law, immigration law, constitutional law, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Freedom of Information Act, among others.
 
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
 
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 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: Federal litigation experience and/or a federal judicial clerkship is desired.
 
United States citizenship is required.
 
Application Process
 
Applications must be submitted online through the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/849090200 by closing of 11:59pm on April 30,2026.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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
 
Assistant United States Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay for non-supervisory (line) AUSA positions will be $63,163 to $165,209 plus locality pay.

Assistant U.S Attorney (Civil)

Assistant United States Attorney

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