Law Clerk I

CACI International; Washington; On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a Law Clerk I to join a high‑performing team supporting the Department of Justice’s Civil Division. The role focuses on Claims Review (Eligibility, Fast Track, Non‑Economic Loss) and enhances exposure to the litigation life cycle from discovery through trial and appeal.

You will work with litigation support professionals and gain hands‑on experience while pursuing opportunities for Relativity certifications and related training.

Qualifications

• Law degree or current ABA‑accredited law student, having completed at least one year of study.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state court systems and legal research resources.
• Excellent written and oral communication, with proficiency in LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Hands‑on experience with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and imaging.
• Familiarity with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures and resources.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating claims to determine legal sufficiency.
• Strong Excel skills with complex workbooks.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including interaction with claimants and external attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Support the Tax Division through intensive document reviews to identify relevant materials.
• Conduct legal and factual research to aid case development and strategy.
• Assist with discovery through trial and appeal as part of a litigation team.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external counsel to ensure accurate recordkeeping.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree or ABA‑accredited law school (1L+)

Bar admission not required (if student)

Tools

LEXIS

Westlaw

Document review systems

Excel

Imaging software

ESI tools (eDiscovery)

Job description

Job Title: Law Clerk I

Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:

The Law Clerk position is a great opportunity for recent law school graduates seeking to gain practical, hands‑on experience applying your knowledge to assist with high profile cases being investigated and litigated by the Department of Justice. This opportunity is working with a team of litigation support professionals supporting the Civil Division of the Department of Justice. Individuals will focus Claims Review (Eligibility, Fast Track, and Non-Economic Loss). You will also enhance your knowledge and understanding of the litigation life cycle as you assist with investigations from discovery through trial and appeal.

CACI is also committed to growing our eDiscovery workforce and has included tuition reimbursement for Relativity certifications, the ACEDS certification and Paralegal Certificates! This is a great opportunity for someone to grow their careers. Please apply if you are interested to hear more!

Responsibilities:

As a Law Clerk, you will work as a part of a high‑performing team supporting the Tax Division where you will be able to hone your analytical and research skills by engaging in intensive document reviews to identify relevant documents and to conduct legal and factual research case.

Qualifications:

• Law degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.

• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.

• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.

• Must have hands‑on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.

• Role also requires hands‑on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.

• Experience in reviewing, evaluating, and analyzing claims, with the ability to apply established criteria to determine legal sufficiency.

• Experience in analyzing and organizing documents for supporting evidence and determining mechanisms to perfect insufficient claims.

• Strong Excel skills with experience using complex workbooks.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including experience working with the public (claimants) and with external attorneys (claimants' legal representatives).

• Excellent research and writing skills, demonstrated experience working with complex statutory and regulatory schemes, and flexibility and creativity in the application of existing policies.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

$38.77

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior workexperience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACIthat allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits andlearning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to supportand protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.