Litigation Support Senior Paralegal

CACI International Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Litigation Support Senior Paralegal to support Department of Justice trials in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes litigation support, discovery coordination, and document management with opportunities to earn Relativity/EverLaw credentials and advance within a defense-focused environment.

Candidates should have a paralegal certificate or JD, plus at least two years of relevant experience and strong research skills in Lexis/Westlaw.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or JD, or ABA-accredited law school student with >1 year of study.
• At least two years of litigation paralegal or related experience.
• Minimum one year of automated litigation support experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state courts and legal research tools (Lexis/Westlaw).
• Hands-on familiarity with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.
• Experience with ESI tools and Relativity/EverLaw is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation support databases and case management systems.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Lead discovery and witness preparation support efforts.
• Coordinate discovery including document review and production.
• Support trial preparation and assist attorneys throughout litigation.

Skills

Litigation support

Legal research

Relativity

EverLaw

Lexis

Westlaw

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

JD or ABA‑accredited law school study

ABA-accredited education level

Tools

Relativity

EverLaw

Document review systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Support Senior Paralegal

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:

CACI is looking for talented Senior Paralegal professionals to support the Department of Justice's mission. Positions like this are critical and are very involved with high-profile important cases.

CACI is looking for candidates who can work in Washington, DC, but we are responsive to the impact of COVID and will be flexible and consistent with DOJ policy. Paralegal duties focus upon litigation support as we prepare for trial in the coming months. The assignments evolve and we would like to be able to add complex responsibilities for a capable candidate.

CACI is 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.

Responsibilities:

• Works under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or a Project Supervisor. Develops work product with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines.
• Provides high level support to attorneys in complex litigation matters including: Managing litigation support databases and case management systems; Drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Leading discovery and witness preparation support efforts.
• Drafting, reviewing, and analyzing legal documents.
• Coordinating discovery, including document review and production. Conducting legal research and maintaining litigation files.
• Supporting trial preparation and assisting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study, or an equivalent level of legal training or experience; or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.
• Additionally, at least two years of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required.
• At least one year of experience in automated litigation support.
• Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court system, 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, imaging, and hardware systems.
• Role also requires hands‑on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
• Strong technical proficiency or ability to quickly learn new litigation software such as Relativity, EverLaw or similar database tools.
• Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
• DOJ MBI must be obtainable (US citizenship required)

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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:

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.