Senior FOIA Paralegal

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior FOIA Paralegal, where your expertise in legal review and FOIA processing will shine. This role offers the chance to support a large federal agency, engaging in vital tasks that shape government transparency and efficiency. You'll be part of a collaborative legal team, utilizing cutting-edge technology to tackle dynamic challenges. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in government services while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or JD required.
• Minimum one year of litigation paralegal experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches and analyze documents for FOIA requests.
• Redact and code responsive documents.
• Perform legal research and draft legal documents.

Skills

Paralegal certificate

Litigation paralegal experience

eDiscovery tools

FOIA rules and exemptions

Legal research tools (LEXIS, Westlaw)

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with computer applications

Education

Paralegal certificate or JD

Attendance at ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Nuix Investigate

Relativity

Job description

Job Title: Senior FOIA Paralegal

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) is seeking a Senior FOIA Paralegal to join our legal team supporting a large federal agency. This position involves performing legal review, FOIA request processing, and litigation support tasks.

Pay Range

This range is provided by CGS Federal. Your actual pay will depend on your skills and experience. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $65,357.76/yr - $94,405.65/yr

Employment Details

Type: Full Time, Mid-Level

Department: Legal

About CGS

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems using cutting-edge technology. We foster an environment that supports professional growth and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches and analyze result sets to identify non-responsive and responsive documents, including screening for privilege or FOIA exemptions.
• Redact and code responsive documents.
• Perform legal research and draft legal documents.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, JD, or current attendance at an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study.
• Minimum one year litigation paralegal experience; trial experience is a plus.
• Experience with eDiscovery tools like Nuix Investigate, Relativity, etc., and processing FOIA requests.
• Knowledge of FOIA rules, exemptions, and legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency with computer applications.

Additional Skills

• Familiarity with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• Eligibility to obtain a government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience with Nuix Investigate and FOIA processing.
• Fluency in FOIA statutory and regulatory guidelines.

Our Commitment

We aim to simplify government processes through innovative solutions, valuing honesty, professionalism, and quality. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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