Federal Paralegal Specialist – Criminal Division

United States Attorneys' Offices

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

13 hours ago
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Job summary

The United States Attorneys' Offices in the Southern District of Florida seeks a Paralegal Specialist to support Assistant United States Attorneys in a range of litigative activities. The role emphasizes extensive legal research, drafting, and organizing discovery for trial, with progression to more complex assignments as experience grows.

Responsibilities include preparing documents, reviewing records for privilege and redactions, and supporting pre-trial conferences, under federal standards

Qualifications

  • One full year of specialized experience at GS-7 level or equivalent for GS-9.
  • Graduate education can substitute for experience as outlined (Masters/2 years for GS-9).
  • For GS-11, one full year of specialized experience at GS-9 level or higher; graduate degrees may substitute.
  • Experience performing paralegal or legal work and ability to research legal decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Assist AUSAs in litigative activities, including legal research and information gathering.
  • Prepare and organize discovery and trial materials.
  • Draft legal documents detailing precedents and legislative history.
  • Review records for privilege and redactions and support pre-trial conferences.

Skills

Legal research
Paralegal work
Document drafting
Familiarity with court procedures

Education

Master's degree in related field
J.D. or LL.B./LL.M.

Tools

Electronic filing systems

Job description

The United States Attorneys' Offices in the Southern District of Florida seeks a Paralegal Specialist to support Assistant United States Attorneys in a range of litigative activities. The role emphasizes extensive legal research, drafting, and organizing discovery for trial, with progression to more complex assignments as experience grows.

Responsibilities include preparing documents, reviewing records for privilege and redactions, and supporting pre-trial conferences, under federal standards

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