Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the US Attorney's Office - Philadelphia, PA

Davita Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent organization as a Paralegal / Legal Assistant III, supporting the mission of the US Attorney's Office. This full-time role involves crucial responsibilities, including legal research, case analysis, and document preparation, contributing to law enforcement efforts. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and have a proven paralegal background, alongside the ability to manage complex legal tasks effectively.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Term Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or GED with paralegal experience required.
• One-year experience in automated litigation support preferred.
• Excellent communication and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with reviewing and analyzing case materials.
• Investigate facts and laws; prepare legal documents.
• Manage files, documents, and indexing exhibits.

Skills

Legal Research

Analysis

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

Paralegal Certificate

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the US Attorney's Office

#25-337

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Requisition

25-337

Worksite

EOUSA

Position Schedule

Full-time

Description

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises.

FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO).

Responsibilities

• Assists attorney in reviewing case material to include gathering and analyzing case material and preparing a digest of selected decisions/opinions, including legal references. May provide Legal Clerk/Paralegal II review.


• Receives, examines, and evaluates new and complex cases with reference to the facts of the case and established standards.


• Assists in determining probable cause by reviewing investigative reports, establishing the need for further evidence and information, and planning a comprehensive approach to obtaining that information and evidence. Advises attorneys of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and potential defenses.


• Investigates facts and laws of cases and searches public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action by using a variety of legal research tools, public information databases, and other automated resources. Interviews federal agents and other law enforcement officers regarding the probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of evidence and witnesses.


• Assists attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying, interviewing, and preparing summaries; and managing witnesses.


• Assists attorney in convincing the affected individuals of the correctness of the legal position and appropriateness of the settlement. Also prepares documents for settlement or disposition.


• Prepares legal pleadings, motions, papers, and proposed orders.


• Organizes and manages files, documents, and indexing exhibits.


• Summarizes documents and proceedings, including depositions, interrogatories, and testimony to assist attorneys.


• Uses various databases and programs to extrapolate data for reports, charts, graphs, and trial exhibits.


• Provides training to other personnel as needed.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate with at least one-year paralegal/legal assistance experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least three-years' paralegal experience


• One-year of automated litigation support experience with knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases


• Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies, and procedures and trial experience preferred


• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis sufficient to perform case development and documentation assignments which are typically covered by established precedents


• Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills


• Strong organizational and prioritization skills


• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications, to include databases


• Proven commitment and expertise to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible; ability to multi-task


• Ability to work in a team environment, deliver the highest quality of work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.

Agency Overview

TheUnited StatesAttorney's Office (USAO) serves as the nation's principal litigators under the direction of theAttorneyGeneral. The Asset Forfeiture Section at the USAO is responsible for the prosecution of both criminal and civil actions against property used or acquired during illegal activity.

Benefit Overview

At FSA Federal, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program. For more information, click here.

Contract

ASSET FORFEITURE PROGRAM-ACMAFPRGS

Referral Bonus Level

$1000