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Federal Litigation Law Clerk (Licensed Attorney) – DOJ Contract

Legacy Management Solutions, Macon, GA, United States


We are seeking a

Federal Litigation Law Clerk (Licensed Attorney)

to support Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) within the

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia .

This role offers

unmatched, hands-on experience in federal criminal and civil litigation , providing direct exposure to high-level government legal work.

This is an exceptional opportunity for

early-career attorneys

to build a strong litigation foundation, gain

DOJ-level experience , and position themselves for future roles in federal service, litigation boutiques, or prosecutorial careers.

Key Responsibilities

Draft and review legal memoranda, motions, briefs, and proposed court orders

Conduct advanced legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and federal legal databases

Provide direct litigation and case support to Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs)

Assist with case preparation, discovery, and trial support

Track case filings, deadlines, and federal procedural requirementsPrepare case law summaries and legal analyses for active matters

Support both

criminal and civil federal litigation cases

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state (required)

Minimum

1 year of post-JD legal experience

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Familiarity with federal court procedures preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research platforms

U.S. Citizenship required

Ability to pass a federal background investigation

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Direct DOJ Exposure:

Work alongside Assistant U.S. Attorneys on real federal cases

Hands-On Litigation Experience:

Contribute to active criminal and civil matters—not just administrative tasks

Career Acceleration:

Highly valuable experience for future roles such as AUSA positions, federal clerkships, or top-tier litigation firms

Inside Access to Federal Practice:

Gain insight into federal procedures, strategy, and case development

High-Impact Work:

Support matters that directly affect public interest and federal enforcement

Ideal Candidate

Early-career attorney seeking

federal litigation experience

Prior internship, clerkship, or litigation experience preferred

Strong interest in

public service, prosecution, or federal legal careers

Able to thrive in a

fast-paced, high-performance environment

with attention to detail

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