Forfeiture & Litigation Paralegal (TS Clearance Preferred)

FSA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work-life balance options

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A legal support company is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III to assist the FBI's Legal Forfeiture unit. Responsibilities include managing forfeiture cases, conducting legal reviews, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys with legal research. Ideal candidates should have a paralegal certificate and solid communication skills. This position requires onsite work due to its sensitive nature and is not approved for telework.

Qualifications

• At least one year of paralegal/legal assistance experience or three years of paralegal experience with a high school diploma/GED.
• One year of automated litigation support experience.
• Strong commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage forfeiture cases and conduct legal reviews.
• Assist attorneys in case preparations and legal research.
• Prepare legal pleadings and documents for settlements.

Skills

Legal writing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of forfeiture law

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Automated litigation support

Databases

Job description

A legal support company is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III to assist the FBI's Legal Forfeiture unit. Responsibilities include managing forfeiture cases, conducting legal reviews, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys with legal research. Ideal candidates should have a paralegal certificate and solid communication skills. This position requires onsite work due to its sensitive nature and is not approved for telework.