Assistant United States Attorney (Civil Immigration)

About the role

The United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Indiana seeks a mission-driven Assistant U.S. Attorney to serve within the Civil Division's Immigration Section. This role places you at the forefront of impactful civil immigration litigation and enforcement, working to uphold federal law and protect the integrity of our nation's immigration system.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume docket of immigration work, including habeas corpus challenges, Administrative Procedure Act challenges, denaturalization actions, and immigration-related fraud.
• Research case law and draft complex briefs, often on expedited deadlines.
• Interact with agency clients and opposing counsel.
• Involvement in all aspects of federal court practice, including motions, managing discovery, negotiated settlements, and appearances before the District Court and Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
• Assist with other types of matters as the Office's needs require.

Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by entry on duty date.
• Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.

Qualifications

• Required: J.D. degree (or equivalent) and active bar membership.
• Preferred: Organizational ability to handle a large caseload, at least one year of post-graduation legal experience.

Benefits

• Covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

Salary and Relocation

• Pay is administratively determined based on years of professional attorney experience, ranging from $65,563.00 to $171,475.00.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.