Yaakov M. Roth

Yaakov M. Roth serves as the Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the Civil Division, where he plays a central role in overseeing complex civil litigation for the United States. His work centers on appellate strategy, constitutional questions, and high-stakes legal issues affecting federal interests across multiple jurisdictions nationwide.

Yaakov completed his formal education through a structured academic path that built strong analytical and writing skills. He earned a B.A. (2004) in Economics from York University, graduating with Honors: Distinction. He later received a J.D. (2007) from Harvard University, where he graduated summa cum laude and earned the Fay Diploma.

Yaakov developed exceptional appellate insight through prestigious federal clerkships early in his legal career. He clerked for Hon. Michael Boudin on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, followed by service as Law Clerk to Hon. Antonin Scalia at the Supreme Court of the United States, refining advanced legal reasoning skills.

Yaakov is widely recognized for his experience in appeals and appellate advocacy, having argued more than 40 cases before the federal Courts of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. His work involves dispositive motions, constitutional interpretation, and shaping arguments that address complex legal principles with clarity and precision.

Yaakov contributes to the legal profession through active membership in the District of Columbia Bar and admission to practice within the District of Columbia. His professional background reflects sustained engagement with federal courts, disciplined legal writing, and a commitment to principled advocacy within the civil justice system.

Yaakov M. Roth continues to serve the public through leadership within the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Division. His career reflects dedication to appellate excellence, careful legal analysis, and service at the highest levels of the federal judiciary, supporting fair and consistent application of the law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• York University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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