The effectiveness of the Department's law enforcement and other legal responsibilities depends upon the continued recruitment and hiring of excellent and diverse legal talent. The need for attorneys of varied backgrounds and skills is increasing as new technologies, globalization, and demographic shifts change the face of our society. We encourage you to consider joining the wonderful public servants at the Department of Justice sometime during your legal career. The U.S. Department of Justice hires approximately 900 attorneys each year.
Opportunities are available nationwide.
The Department maintains a decentralized system of recruiting experienced attorneys. Each organization within the Department conducts its recruitment of experienced attorneys independently. You can apply, at any time, to any Department organization in which you have an interest. Just send your resume, with a cover letter describing your interest and highlighting your relevant experience, to each organization where you wish to be considered for employment. Contact information for each organization within the Department, where experienced attorneys can send their resumes, is listed on the Web sites noted below.