Law Clerk

ROLE We are seeking a Law Clerk to support the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona (USAO‑AZ) in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will assist Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) with legal support that helps advance civil litigation, habeas corpus, and immigration habeas matters. This is a full‑time opportunity. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with assigned AUSAs and supervisory attorneys to review applicable laws, regulations, defenses, violations, and causes of action. Research and analyze federal, state, and local laws, including criminal and civil rules and procedures. Review case files, analyze case‑related information, and alert attorneys to potential legal or procedural issues. Support 28 U.S.C. § 2255 habeas corpus and immigration habeas matters through docketing, calendaring, file coordination, drafting, and timely filing support. Coordinate with AUSAs and support staff to locate case files and materials needed to prepare legal responses. Analyze statutes, legislative intent, judicial precedents, agency rules, regulations, and law review articles related to assigned cases. Support complex or unusual matters by briefing attorneys on relevant facts, legal issues, and case law. Draft correspondence, legal documents, and proposed responses for attorney review and signature. Prepare proposed orders for review and signature by judges and magistrates. Maintain awareness of new criminal and civil rules and procedures that may affect assigned matters.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected developments. Physically located within the general geographic commuting radius of the USAO office. Valid state driver’s license.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Minimum two (2) years of professional work experience. Experience performing legal research, case analysis, drafting, docketing, calendaring, and litigation support services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

LOCATION

Tucson, AZ 85701

TELEWORK

Telework is not authorized.

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government. Must be able to successfully complete a Tier II Civil background investigation.

CLIENT

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

TRAVEL

Travel may be required within the district or occasionally outside the district as needed.

WORK HOURS

Full‑time, 40 hours per week.

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — Exempt.

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits. KMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or civil partnership status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, maternity status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic information, traits historically associated with race, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and/or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr KMRG, LLC