Law Clerk II — Litigation Support Specialist

NACBA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,302 - 75,916; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Law Clerk II in Washington, DC to perform litigation support duties under supervision. The role offers exposure to a fast-paced environment with opportunities to work across the organization and interact with trial attorneys and clients.

The position requires a law degree or current law school status with at least two years of study, strong research skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure. Public Trust clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a law degree or current attendance at ABA-accredited law school with at least two years of study.
• 2+ years of progressively responsible experience on litigation support projects.
• Sound knowledge of federal and state court systems and legal research procedures.
• Familiar with Lexis and Westlaw.
• Hands-on familiarity with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and imaging.
• Experience with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex legal research under supervisory guidance.
• Prepares draft legal documents like motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Reviews documents for relevance and privilege.
• Assists attorneys through all phases of litigation.
• Acts independently or as a team leader on larger projects.
• Interfaces with trial attorneys, experts, and client staff as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Oral communication

Working under pressure

Education

JD or equivalent law degree

Tools

LEXIS/Westlaw

Relativity

ESI tools

Document review systems

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Law Clerk II in Washington, DC to perform litigation support duties under supervision. The role offers exposure to a fast-paced environment with opportunities to work across the organization and interact with trial attorneys and clients.

The position requires a law degree or current law school status with at least two years of study, strong research skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure. Public Trust clearance may be required.