Assistant United States Attorney (Money Laundering and Asset Recovery)

About the role

The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Michigan is seeking a highly motivated litigator to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Unit of the Criminal Division, located in Detroit, Michigan. This is a term appointment not to exceed 09/30/2029 and may be made permanent without further competition.

Responsibilities

• Manage all forfeiture‑related aspects of federal criminal prosecutions and civil forfeiture litigation.
• Work with law enforcement agencies on criminal investigations, including obtaining seizure warrants.
• Prepare and file pleadings, research and brief legal issues, and draft motions or motion responses.
• Represent the United States in court and handle all aspects of civil forfeiture cases, including conducting depositions and other civil discovery.
• Handle cases involving cybercrime; complex fraud or corruption in government, health care, or corporate activities; drug trafficking and smuggling; elder abuse; national security and border security; and money laundering.
• Lead money‑laundering investigations, bring appropriate criminal charges, and resolve or try those cases as experience progresses.
• Serve as a resource to other Criminal Division AUSAs on money‑laundering charges, financial investigations, and forfeiture analysis.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or national status.
• J.D. degree and active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least two years of post‑J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• Residency in the Eastern District of Michigan or within 25 miles of the district (28 U.S.C. § 545).
• Selective Service registration for applicable male applicants.
• Successful pre‑employment adjudication (fingerprint, credit, tax checks, and drug testing) and favorable background investigation.
• Term appointment not to exceed 09/30/2029, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position.

Qualifications

• Required: J.D. degree, active bar membership, minimum two years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship.
• Preferred:
  • Strong ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues.
  • Clear, persuasive writing and excellent oral advocacy.
  • Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and sound judgment.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to volunteer assistance to colleagues.
  • Effective negotiation skills with opposing counsel.
  • Commitment to justice, public service, and representing the United States.
  • Litigation experience, superior academic record, impeccable character, and courtroom presence.

Pay

Assistant United States Attorney salary is administratively determined based on years of professional attorney experience. The basic pay range is $84,655 to $197,100, which includes the 29.12 % Detroit/Flint locality adjustment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Telework options.
• Life insurance and health benefits.
• Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

Travel

Occasional travel outside the district may be required; travel within the district is expected.