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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You must be talking about the DC USAO. It's the only one that has the 18-month initial rotation. Between that and Fraud, I'm not sure you're going to notice that much of a difference quality of life wise. Both carry long hours, and Fraud usually involves a lot of travel. You have found two government jobs that aren't really much better than BigLaw in terms of hours. The difference is that the work is one million times more interesting and engrossing than the typical BigLaw associate or junior partner's experience. I had the same choice as you a few year's back and chose the USAO over Fraud, but I have lots of friends who have done both and friends who are still at Fraud.

Hands down, you will get way, way more trial experience in any USAO than at Fraud, but it's not necessarily trial experience that will translate to exit opportunities. Tell me what you are you interested in doing after DOJ, and I can better advise on which job will position you better. [/quote]

No, not DC. West coast. Was thinking of working long term and then to a judgeship, even if state. Thanks! [/quote]

If you want to be a judge, I'd recommend the USAO, which will allow you to network with the local and state bar.  You're likely to get "bigger" cases at Main, and more cases at the USAO.  Definitely more travel at Main.  [/quote]

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