Paralegal

CACI International Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 26,799 - 38,168; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement for certifications

Flexible time-off benefit

Learning resources access

Job summary

A law and technology services company is seeking a Paralegal (Legal Assistant I) in Dallas, TX to support the Department of Justice. The role involves litigation support, case management, and using eDiscovery tools. Candidates should have a paralegal certificate or a four-year degree, along with litigation experience. Minimum hourly wage is $23.58. Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement for certifications are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires paralegal certificate or a four-year college degree.
• At least one year of litigation paralegal experience or related project experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and prepares relevant materials for attorneys.
• Summarizes depositions and maintains case files.
• Performs simple legal research.

Skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Technological proficiency

Legal research skills

Document management

Education

Paralegal certificate or four-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Paralegal (Legal Assistant I) to support the Department of Justice’s mission. This position plays a critical role and involves working on high‑profile cases. We are looking for candidates who are able to work in an office setting. Paralegal duties focus on litigation support and preparation for upcoming trials.

This is an opportunity for you to provide case management and database maintenance assistance in a litigation support capacity. You will also gain invaluable experience using automated litigation support and eDiscovery tools and resources to add to your skillset.

The Paralegal (Legal Assistant I) role works closely with federal prosecutors supporting the Health Care Fraud Unit in a fast‑paced setting and assists in the investigation and prosecution of various matters to enforce the laws of the United States, up to and including support assistance for witness interviews, deposition preparation, and in‑courtroom trial support.

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 to grow your career. Please apply if you are interested to hear more!

Responsibilities

• Compiles, prepares, and summarizes relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery and in preparation of motions, briefs and other legal documents.
• Summarizes depositions and other transcripts; maintains case files.
• Performs simple legal research.
• Indexes, tracks and controls document discovery (including documents produced and received in discovery).
• Indexes, tracks and exhibits other materials at depositions and at trial.
• Prepares exhibit cross‑references.
• Assists attorneys in courtroom.
• Reviews documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines and criteria.
• Other examples of the types of work to be performed include compilation of documents for FOIA, production requests, Congressional inquiries, etc.

Qualifications

• Requires paralegal certificate, or a four‑year college degree.
• At least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (including internships) related to health care, project or document management, policy, research, government staffing, publishing; or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and 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.
• Technological proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of how electronically stored information (computer files) work within an operating system, including experience effectively managing, organizing, and analyzing digital files and folders.
• Transferable skills related to ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures and resources. Coding skills are welcomed, although not required.
• Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure.
• DOJ MBI must be obtainable (US Citizenship required).

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.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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

$23.58

Equal Employment Opportunity

CACI is an Equal Opportunity 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 other protected characteristic.