Assistant U. S. Attorney Positions

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York seeks to hire talented and dedicated attorneys for its Criminal and Civil Divisions who share the following attributes:  an excellent academic background, significant litigation experience, strong communication and analytical abilities, sound judgment and a sincere and demonstrated commitment to public service.  Requirements vary according to the needs of the Office, but generally at least three years of relevant post-J.D. legal work experience is required, such as work in a judicial clerkship, law firm, non-profit organization or other state or federal government office.  If hired, applicants are expected to serve in the Office for at least three years, although Assistant U. S. Attorneys typically remain in the Office for longer terms.

Application Process:

Vacancy announcements will be posted on USAJobs: www.usajobs.gov and the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management: www.justice.gov/careers/legal/.

All applicants will be directed to apply online through the USAJobs website.  Our Office requires that all applicants submit the following materials as part of their application:  Cover letter, resume, writing sample, two letters of recommendation, and a completed EDNY application form with any additional materials as noted. A copy of the EDNY application form is available on this website.

Application materials must be submitted by the deadline listed on the announcement (EST).  Please include the vacancy announcement number in your cover letter when submitting your application materials.

All cover letters and letters of recommendation should be addressed to Executive Assistant United States Attorney Judy Philips.

If you need assistance or have questions, please contact Administrative Senior Specialist Korin Foy at 718-254-6065 or korin.foy@usdoj.gov

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