Federal Paralegal Specialist, Indian Country

United States Attorneys' Offices; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in Montana seeks a Paralegal Specialist for the Indian Country Department. You will support federal prosecutors by organizing research, drafting legal documents, and assisting during hearings and trials.

You will review case materials, perform detailed legal research, and prepare summaries to aid decision making, under supervision. Prior paralegal experience is preferred, with strong written communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or national status required.
• One year of specialized experience at GS-07 level or graduate education in a related field.
• Ability to draft legal documents and summarize complex information.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and prepares research material pertinent to cases.
• Drafts briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents with supported conclusions.
• May assist AUSA in court hearings and trials.
• Participates in pre-trial witness conferences and investigates case materials.
• Researches statutes, regulations, and case law to prepare summaries and recommendations.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Court proceedings

Witness interview

Education

Paralegal certificate

Criminal Justice degree

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

United States Attorneys' Offices in Montana seeks a Paralegal Specialist for the Indian Country Department. You will support federal prosecutors by organizing research, drafting legal documents, and assisting during hearings and trials.

You will review case materials, perform detailed legal research, and prepare summaries to aid decision making, under supervision. Prior paralegal experience is preferred, with strong written communication and attention to detail.