Federal Legal Assistant — Trial Support & Research

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico is seeking individuals to support Assistant United States Attorneys by performing a variety of legal assistance and office support tasks.

The role involves handling technical legal documents, research, and document preparation with rigorous attention to detail. At the full performance level, you will advance in complexity and responsibility as you gain training and experience, contributing to the prosecution and defense processes while

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 or four years of education above high school.
• Education and experience may be combined to meet the requirement.
• Typing speed at least 40 words per minute with minimal errors.

Responsibilities

• Examine, prepare and process various legal documents (complaints, motions, orders, etc.).
• Proofread and cite check briefs, memoranda and documents.
• Assist AUSAs in trial preparation with non-complex legal research.
• Assemble exhibits, affidavits and documents; organize files for disposition.
• Maintain calendar of active cases and track filing, hearing and trial dates.
• Schedule travel and prepare itineraries; arrange transportation and lodging.
• Produce written documents using a wide range of office software.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Attention to detail

Legal document familiarity

Search and research ability

Education

Education above high school

Tools

Automated software for legal reports

Job description

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico is seeking individuals to support Assistant United States Attorneys by performing a variety of legal assistance and office support tasks.

The role involves handling technical legal documents, research, and document preparation with rigorous attention to detail. At the full performance level, you will advance in complexity and responsibility as you gain training and experience, contributing to the prosecution and defense processes while