Member Benefits
Advocacy & Representation
NAAUSA members benefit from dedicated, full-time government affairs representation in Washington, D.C., through our partnership with Shaw, Bransford & Roth, P.C., a law firm with extensive experience in federal employment law and government affairs.
Our Washington team provides year-round advocacy, legislative and regulatory monitoring, legal and policy analysis, and strategic engagement with Congress, Department of Justice leadership, and other federal stakeholders. This representation ensures that the interests of Assistant United States Attorneys are heard at the national level while keeping members informed of developments affecting their careers, professional responsibilities, and federal service.
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NAAUSA works directly with Members of Congress, congressional committees, and staff to ensure that the interests and perspectives of Assistant United States Attorneys are represented in federal policymaking. Our advocacy focuses on legislation, appropriations, congressional oversight, federal workforce policies, and issues affecting AUSA compensation, benefits, and professional responsibilities.
Beyond advocating for our members, NAAUSA serves as a trusted resource on issues involving federal criminal prosecution, civil litigation, law enforcement, public safety, and the rule of law. We work closely with congressional offices, federal agencies, law enforcement organizations, and other stakeholders to provide the perspectives and subject-matter expertise of career federal prosecutors and civil litigators, helping inform policies that strengthen the federal justice system and support the effective administration of justice.
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NAAUSA maintains ongoing engagement with Department of Justice leadership, the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA), and the Attorney General's Advisory Committee (AGAC) to ensure that the perspectives and interests of AUSAs are considered in decisions affecting their profession.
As an independent voice for career federal prosecutors and civil litigators, NAAUSA advocates on matters involving compensation, benefits, workplace policies, professional responsibilities, and the resources necessary to carry out the Department's mission. Through direct engagement with DOJ leadership and other federal stakeholders, we work to address emerging challenges, elevate member concerns, and advance policies that support AUSAs and the effective administration of justice.
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Insights & Intelligence
Stay informed on the issues shaping your career, your profession, and the federal justice system. NAAUSA's Washington government affairs team monitors legislative, regulatory, judicial, and agency developments, providing members with timely updates, relevant analysis, and insights into decisions affecting Assistant United States Attorneys nationwide.
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NAAUSA monitors significant court decisions, litigation, and emerging legal issues affecting Assistant United States Attorneys and the federal justice system. Our analysis focuses on developments involving federal employment protections, compensation, prosecutorial authority, professional responsibilities, and other matters relevant to AUSAs. We help members understand the potential implications of these decisions for their careers, their offices, and the broader federal workforce.
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Our Washington government affairs team closely tracks congressional activity, proposed legislation, federal regulations, and policy developments across the Department of Justice and other federal agencies. From changes in compensation and personnel policies to congressional oversight and broader federal workforce initiatives, NAAUSA identifies emerging issues, evaluates their potential impact, and provides members with relevant context and analysis.
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NAAUSA keeps members connected and informed through regular newsletters, timely policy updates, and important association communications. Our publications highlight developments on Capitol Hill, DOJ and EOUSA announcements, significant legal decisions, noteworthy cases, professional resources, and upcoming programming. We also recognize the accomplishments of AUSAs nationwide through member spotlights and news highlighting their work in federal courts and communities across the country.
Member Benefits
NAAUSA offers its members many benefits that help them in and outside of their jobs. We are continually working on securing even more benefits for our valued members.
A highlight of current benefits includes:
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Founded in 2007 by a former federal attorney, FEDS Protection is the leading provider of professional liability insurance (PLI) to federal employees. A FEDS Protection policy can protect against civil lawsuits and workplace allegations. NAAUSA members are eligible to receive up to 50% reimbursement by the government annually for PLI premiums.
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Members receive two free 30-minute telephone consultations in a 12-month period on federal employment matters.
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NAAUSA is driven by positive disruption. Members benefit from simply being part of a community with a common goal - to ensure AUSAs have all the resources they need.
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Members benefit from complimentary CLE credits offered conveniently throughout the year.
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NAAUSA’s position as a thought leader on Capitol Hill allows members to gain further insight, connect with legislators, and influence public policy through our advocacy efforts.
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Members can securely communicate with one another through our platform to share information across their circuits and areas of practice.
