What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year 2024-2025 position at U.S. Department of Justice?
The Antitrust Division is responsible for enforcing federal laws designed to ensure that our nation's markets are free and open to robust competition. The Division engages in both civil and criminal litigation, and its work ranges over the entire spectrum of the U.S. economy. The Division has in recent years focused on prosecution of large international cartels involving multinational firms and Fortune 500 firms. You may find additional information on the Division here:
http:www.justice.gov/atr
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Assist in trials and hearings; review documents; prepare legal memoranda and briefs; attend depositions; work closely with attorneys conducting investigations; present legal research in a group setting; prepare assistance requests for foreign governments; conduct interviews of national and international subjects.
Minimum Weeks Required: 6
First-year (second semester only), second- or third-year law students. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and official or unofficial transcript by email to: atr.recruitmentapplications@usdoj.gov
Contact: Andria Starks
Phone:: 202-532-4717
Fall: July 19
Spring: November 15
Uncompensated; course credit is available depending upon school requirements.
