Special Assistant United States Attorney - San Francisco, United States - Department Of Justice
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Description
Summary
An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for a highly motivated attorney.
Working in the General Crimes Section in the San Francisco Office, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal laws.
Duties
The SAUSA will be assigned to the General Crimes Section in the San Francisco Office.
The SAUSA will be responsible primarily for prosecuting felony narcotics and firearms cases, as well as felony and misdemeanor cases arising out of federal enclaves.
The SAUSA will also be given the opportunity to work with other federal prosecutors on felony criminal cases, including those involving immigration and child exploitation offenses.
The SAUSA's duties will entail assisting with the progression of these cases at various stages, from the initiation of federal investigation or charges, to disposition and sentencing.
The SAUSA will gain experience participating in various in-court proceedings such as initial appearances, detention hearings, guilty pleas, motions hearings, and jury trial.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.