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Key people at United States Attorney's Office.
The United States Attorney's Office represents the federal government in virtually all litigation, enforcing federal laws and defending the interests of the United States. They investigate and prosecute federal crimes, handle civil litigation where the United States is a party, and collect debts owed to the federal government. Operating across 93 districts, each office is led by a U.S. Attorney, supported by Assistant U.S. Attorneys who manage a broad spectrum of legal matters from national security to financial fraud and environmental protection.
The role of the United States Attorney was established by the Judiciary Act of 1789, a foundational piece of legislation signed into law by President George Washington. This act created the federal judicial system, including the office of the Attorney General and the district attorneys for each federal judicial district. This historic legislation provided the necessary legal framework for the nascent federal government to enforce its laws and maintain order across the states.
Serving the interests of the American people, the United States Attorney's Office acts as the principal litigator for the nation in both criminal and civil proceedings. Its enduring vision is to uphold the rule of law, ensuring justice is served and maintaining public trust in the federal legal system. The offices strive to prosecute criminal offenses, recover losses for victims, and protect constitutional rights, thereby safeguarding the security and welfare of all citizens.
Key people at United States Attorney's Office.
The premise of your query contains an inaccuracy: the United States Attorney's Office (USAO) is not a company—it is a federal government agency within the Department of Justice.
The USAO is a subagency of the Department of Justice charged with representing the federal government in court[5]. It is a public sector organization, not a private company, and therefore does not operate under a business model, investment philosophy, or commercial structure.
The USAO consists of 93 United States Attorneys' offices, with one office in each of the 94 federal judicial districts (Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands share a single U.S. Attorney)[9]. Each office is led by a United States Attorney, who is presidentially appointed and Senate-confirmed and serves as the chief federal law enforcement officer within their jurisdiction[2][9].
The USAO has three primary responsibilities under Title 28, Section 547 of the U.S. Code[5]:
Each office typically consists of two major divisions: criminal (significantly larger) and civil, with district offices staffed by as many as 350 Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) and 350 support personnel[3][6].
If you have questions about how the USAO operates or its role within the federal government, I'm happy to provide additional information.
