Law Clerk I

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Law Clerk to support the legal mission of a federal agency. This exciting role involves conducting complex legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing litigation support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, using cutting-edge technology to tackle dynamic challenges. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers valuable learning opportunities and the chance to contribute to meaningful government innovation. Join a team that values honesty, professionalism, and quality work, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• JD degree or equivalent legal training required.
• Strong knowledge of legal research procedures and resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex legal research and assist in litigation.
• Prepare draft legal documents and cite check using online tools.

Skills

Legal Research

Cite Checking

Document Review

Drafting Legal Documents

Litigation Support

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

ABA-accredited Law School Attendance

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Relativity

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level

Department: Legal

CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position offers candidates the opportunity to demonstrate expertise in litigation support tasks such as cite checking, document review, legal research, and other relevant duties.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems using cutting-edge technology. We seek candidates who are excited about contributing to government innovation, value collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Our environment supports professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager
• Performs complex legal research for trial staff
• Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, and memoranda of law
• Reviews and conducts research for Release of Information (ROI)
• Reviews new cases and researches pertinent laws
• Edits final decisions and researches legal opinions on recent cases
• Reviews cases for issuance
• Responds to citizen letters
• Reviews AMICUS briefs
• Briefs attorneys on legal issues, theories, and draft statements of facts
• Assists attorneys with all phases of litigation
• Cite checks using online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and Bluebook standards

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or current attendance at an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study, or equivalent legal training or experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources
• Thorough familiarity with legal research tools such as Lexis and Westlaw
• Extensive experience with cite checking and Bluebook formatting
• Experience conducting complex legal research
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and imaging systems
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a government or litigation support environment
• Experience with Relativity (referenced in resume)
• Publication of legal writings
• Participation in Law Review
• Current or active security clearance

Our commitment:

Contact Government Services (CGS) aims to simplify and enhance government processes through innovative use of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with top-tier personnel to deliver tailored solutions for our clients, committed to solving challenging problems.

We value honesty, professionalism, and quality work, fostering an environment where employees feel supported and encouraged to grow professionally. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401(k); flexible spending accounts; paid time off; and holiday observance.

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Join our team and contribute to meaningful government innovation! Explore more opportunities on our Job Board and learn more about us at https://www.cgsfederal.com. For inquiries, contact: [e-mail].