Law Clerk

West 4th Strategy•Macon, GA

3d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We need an experienced Law Clerk at the United States Attorney's Office (USAO), Middle District of Georgia (MDGA). The United States Attorney's Office serves as the nation's principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General, responsible for the prosecution of criminal cases, prosecution and defense of civil cases, and collection of debts owed the Federal Government. In this role, you will provide direct legal support to Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) within the Criminal and Civil Divisions, working on various criminal and civil cases to enhance efforts to combat crime and enforce immigration laws, including overseeing habeas corpus matters, conducting legal research and analysis, drafting legal documents and correspondence, and keeping abreast of applicable federal, state, and local laws and procedures. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Minimum one (1) year, post-J.D., professional legal or other relevant experience.
Ability to utilize law library resources and working knowledge of research tools such as Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, CourtLink, etc.
Ability to perform all basic computer functions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of staff including AUSAs, support staff, client agencies, debtors, debtor attorneys and their staff, court personnel, business executives, witnesses, and the public. Communication requires tact and diplomacy.
Experience and expertise performing the responsibilities above
Law Degree (J.D.) and licensed by a state bar – required

Responsibilities

Oversee practice regarding 28 USC §2255 (habeas corpus) and immigration habeas matters, including receiving and docketing, calendaring due dates, contacting appropriate AUSA/Support Staff regarding locating files necessary to drafting responses, preparing draft responses for review by appropriate AUSAs, and attending to timely filing of responses.
Analyze statutes, legislative intent, judicial precedents, agency rules and regulations, and law review articles as they relate to assigned cases, including those of an especially complex or unprecedented nature.
Brief AUSAs on pertinent facts, issues, and case law in support of assigned matters.
Draft correspondence and legal documents for attorney signature; draft proposed orders for signature of judges and magistrates.
Work with assigned AUSAs to determine applicable administrative, statutory, and regulatory law and identify possible defenses, violations, or causes of action.
Develop and maintain an understanding of all applicable federal, state, and local laws; keep abreast of new criminal and civil rules and procedures; alert AUSAs to all potential issues identified during case file review and data analysis.
Perform other related duties as assigned and within scope.