Paralegal

Leidos; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Washington, DC seeks paralegals to support workflows for electronic case filings (ECF) in a fast-paced and diverse environment.

Responsibilities include downloading ECFs, uploading filings, entering data into case-tracking systems, and assisting attorneys with discovery and motions in a federal context.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, JD, or law school attendance with at least one year of study; or two years of college education may substitute.
• At least one year of litigation paralegal or project experience related to electronic case filing workflows.
• Basic legal knowledge, including standard legal citation appropriate for reviewing motions and memoranda.
• Experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Download electronic case filings (ECFs) from PACER.
• Upload the electronic case filings to the automated matters systems.
• Enter filing information into a case tracking system.
• Create and provide links to the electronic case filings for DOJ attorneys.
• Respond to DOJ attorney requests for filing information and retrieval.
• Compile, prepare, and summarize relevant materials for attorneys in discovery and motions.
• Conduct simple to moderately complex database searches.
• Perform simple legal research.
• Index, track, and control document discovery, depositions, and trial.
• Prepare exhibit cross-references.
• Assist attorneys in courtroom.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Attention to detail

Legal knowledge

Education

Paralegal certificate or JD

Law school attendance (ABA-accredited)

Two years of college education substitute

Tools

LEXIS

Westlaw

Job description

Leidos is seeking paralegals located in Washington, DC, to assist the program and management team with workflows for electronic case filings (ECF) in a fast‑paced and diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Download electronic case filings (ECFs) from PACER.
• Upload the electronic case filings to the automated matters systems.
• Enter filing information into a case tracking system.
• Create and provide links to the electronic case filings for DOJ attorneys.
• Respond to DOJ attorney requests for filing information and retrieval.
• Compile, prepare, and summarize relevant materials for attorneys in discovery and in preparation of motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct simple to moderately complex database searches.
• Perform simple legal research.
• Index, track, and control document discovery, depositions, and trial.
• Prepare exhibit cross‑references.
• Assist attorneys in courtroom.

Basic Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA‑accredited law school with at least one year of study; or at least two years of college education may substitute for the certificate.
• At least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience related to electronic case filing workflows.
• Basic legal knowledge, including standard legal citation appropriate for reviewing legal motions and memoranda.
• Experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trial experience.
• Automated litigation support experience.
• Prior experience working in a Federal Government environment.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay for this position will be $25.58/hr.
• This position is covered under the Service Contract Act and is subject to minimum requirements.
• Benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement options.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.