Job Summary

The United States Attorney's Office's mission is to represent the people of the United States in a manner that instills confidence in the fairness and integrity of law enforcement and the judicial system and to conduct our work with the highest integrity. We strive to perform our mission in the most efficient and effective manner. Eastern District of Wisconsin (justice.gov)

Job Description

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) and have at least 1* year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in an office environment as well as demonstrate analytical ability, good judgment, and excellent communication and litigation skills. Successful candidates should have a strong academic background, possess superior oral and written communication skills, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have demonstrated the capacity to work effectively with a team as well as manage multiple projects simultaneously. Successful candidates should also possess the knowledge and ability to use computers and computer applications in performing day-to-day work tasks. Applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and highly professional manner with other attorneys, professional support staff, client agency representatives, law enforcement officers/investigators, opposing counsel, and court staff. Please submit a cover letter and writing sample (not to exceed 20 pages) with all applications. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.