The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia (USAO-DC) is unique in the size and the scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. Assistant United States Attorney's (AUSA) assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute a broad range of U.S. Code violations in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree The United States Attorney's Office is recruiting for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) within the Criminal Division. The AFU utilizes criminal, civil, and administrative tools to punish and deter criminal activity by depriving criminals of property used in or acquired through illegal activities and to recover assets that may be used to compensate victims. The AFU engages in proactive money laundering investigations, assists all Criminal Division sections in financial prosecutions, and manages approximately $13 billion in assets subject to forfeiture. The incumbent will work at the direction of the Asset Forfeiture Coordinator (AFC) and under the supervision of a Criminal Division Deputy Chief. Litigation opportunities include civil, criminal, and administrative areas of law. The caseload involves matters across all Criminal Division sections, whether in partnership with another Criminal Division AUSA or independently. The incumbent will be expected to draft forfeiture pleadings, engage in forfeiture-related discovery and motions practice, and litigate forfeiture claims. The incumbent will also be expected, in consultation with the AFC, to provide guidance and training on forfeiture issues to other AUSAs in the Criminal Division. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience. A minimum of three years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience is required. United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in asset forfeiture, cryptocurrency seizures, and financial investigations is strongly preferred. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.