The Eastern District of California is seeking to fill an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) position in its Appellate Unit. The selected applicant will be based in our Sacramento or Fresno office and will work with other AUSAs in the criminal and civil divisions to prepare all briefs filed in the Ninth Circuit.
Key Responsibilities
The United States Attorney's Office is seeking to fill an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) position in its Appellate Unit. The Appellate Unit writes briefs, edits briefs, conducts moots, and provides legal advice and guidance on the Office's criminal and civil matters before the Ninth Circuit.
In the criminal realm, these cases involve some of the most challenging issues in criminal law and procedure, including constitutional challenges to criminal convictions, statutory questions of first impression, application of the Sentencing Guidelines, and post-conviction matters. In the civil realm, these cases recently include litigation of rapidly evolving constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues in immigration law.
Appellate AUSAs work with other AUSAs in the criminal and civil divisions to prepare all briefs filed in the Ninth Circuit. In addition, they counsel prosecutors and civil litigators on difficult legal issues, providing crucial input on trial-level procedure and strategy. Depending on workload, Appellate AUSAs may also take on district court level duties, including motions practice, habeas corpus litigation, or criminal or civil case development.
Your application will be considered for the location(s) that you indicate in your preferences. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Additional office location information:
Requirements & Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent)
This position is with Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $77135 – $197100/yr.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2027-03-31.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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