Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate)

About the Office The United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Oklahoma is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The office has approximately 100 employees consisting of attorneys and legal and administrative support staff. This office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases. Job Description Assistant U.S. Attorneys will be primarily assigned to the Appellate Division and be responsible for researching and drafting briefs and motions for filing in the Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, orally arguing cases before the appellate court, handling habeas corpus matters and other special projects (e.g., compassionate release matters) in district courts, participating in moot courts to prepare other AUSAs for oral argument, and providing research, brief review/edits, and general legal support for AUSAs in the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Briefs will involve constitutional, statutory, and other claims arising under substantive and procedural federal criminal and civil law, responding to defense appeals and filing affirmative appeals challenging district court decisions or orders. Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction, and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Applicants should have first‑rate analytical abilities, good judgment, strong writing skills, excellent communication abilities, litigation experience, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and employees of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Compensation Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is determined based on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The basic pay range is $76,748.00 to $197,100.00 per year, inclusive of locality pay at 17.06%. Travel and Relocation Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Positions and Location Number of Positions: One (1) or more. Location: 210 Park Avenue, Suite 400. #J-18808-Ljbffr The United States Department of Justice