Junior Litigation Support Specialist

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Contact Government Services (CGS) is seeking an entry-level Legal Assistant in the Legal Department to support United States Attorneys under supervision. You will help prepare and review legal documents, file with courts, and assist with trial preparation.

You will also manage docketing, calendar maintenance, and case file organization, using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and Adobe Acrobat. A Public Trust clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Specialized litigation experience in reviewing legal documents and filings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal support services including preparing and reviewing legal documents, e.g., motions, pleadings, subpoenas.
• Independently file documents with state or federal courts and manage court rules.
• Assist with trial preparation, including notebooks, witness lists, and exhibits.
• Docket cases, track deadlines, and maintain calendars for attorneys.
• Maintain physical and electronic case files and prepare closing materials.
• Produce documents and materials using MS Office and Adobe software.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Public Trust clearance ability

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

MS Access

Job description

Contact Government Services (CGS) is seeking an entry-level Legal Assistant in the Legal Department to support United States Attorneys under supervision. You will help prepare and review legal documents, file with courts, and assist with trial preparation.

You will also manage docketing, calendar maintenance, and case file organization, using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and Adobe Acrobat. A Public Trust clearance is preferred.