Law Clerk II

Cgsfederal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cgsfederal is seeking a Law Clerk II in Chicago to assist with all phases of litigation for a high-profile federal agency. The ideal candidate holds a J.D. degree and is an active Bar member, bringing experience in civil litigation, ideally complex federal trials.

The role involves extensive document analysis, assistance with trial preparation, and contact with case teams, providing a meaningful contribution to important cases. The position offers benefits including health, dental, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction required.
• Prior experience in civil litigation, preferably complex federal cases.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of litigation for opioid and high-profile cases.
• Conduct database searches for investigative materials.
• Draft litigation memos and manage review materials.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with review platforms.

Skills

Legal research skills

Communication skills

Document analysis

Litigation support

Technical troubleshooting

Education

J.D. Degree

Active member of the Bar

Tools

LEXIS

Westlaw

Document management systems

Job description

Law Clerk II

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Experienced

Department: Legal Services

CGS is seeking an experienced Law Clerk to provide assistance in all phases of litigation for a large federal agency office. This is a high‑profile office involved in many high priority cases where your work will be fulfilling, and will make an immediate impact in support of the mission of this federal agency.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Assist with all phases of litigation regarded opioid cases, and other high‑profile cases litigated by this office.
• Assist with trial prep, litigation tasks, and all other tasks as assigned by attorneys.
• Reviews and analyzes documents, transcripts, files, and other materials to locate information & evidence relevant to investigative actions.
• Uses electronic databases to perform litigation support tasks, including reviewing, organizing, indexing, tagging, and summarizing documents, files, and other materials.
• Conducts database searches for documents and information.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with review platforms and tools.
• Apply redactions to documents of all types including audio files.
• Draft review memos and other litigation documents as required by attorneys.
• Communicate directly with case teams regarding ongoing litigation.
• Draft, organize and manage litigation review materials.
• Use task ticketing software to track litigation case support.

Qualifications:

• J.D. Degree
• Active member of the Bar in any U.S. jurisdiction
• Experience with civil litigation (preferred), especially if such experience involves complex federal cases and jury trials
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Requires Law degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least two years of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience; or an equivalent level of education may be substituted. Additionally, must have at least two years of progressively more responsible experience on litigation support projects or task order related projects including proven capabilities and communication skills to successfully interact with clients and attorneys.
• Requires 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.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.