Senior Paralegal

Socket.dev; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support the US Attorney's Office (USAO) with complex litigation assistance, eDiscovery workflow, and trial exhibits. The position emphasizes strict case handling, document management, and coordination with assigned attorneys.

Candidates should have a paralegal certificate or JD, plus multiple years in litigation support and strong research skills. DOJ MBI clearance is required and local travel may be up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending ABA-accredited law school
• At least two years of litigation paralegal or related experience
• At least one year of automated litigation support experience
• Knowledge of federal and state court systems and legal research resources
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; familiarity with LEXIS and Westlaw
• Familiarity with eDiscovery procedures and tools
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance and technical work to support USAO activities
• Annotate deficiencies in case materials and request investigations to correct them
• Act as contact for assigned cases and provide status updates
• Compile and index discovery exhibits for trial
• Provide technical assistance to attorneys with e-discovery platforms
• Prepare and coordinate exhibits for trial with diverse visual materials
• Maintain case files and track deadlines and materials
• Provide automated litigation support and in-court assistance
• Open, maintain, and close case files and notify client agencies

Skills

Legal research

Communications

eDiscovery software

Litigation support

Education

Paralegal certificate or JD or ABA law school

Tools

LEXIS

Westlaw

Document review systems

Word processing & databases

Job description

Job Title: Senior ParalegalJob Category: Service Contract ActTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity

CACI is looking for talented Senior Paralegal professionals to support the US Attorney's Office (USAO) mission.

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

• Provides a variety of legal assistance and technical work requiring a specialized knowledge of processes, procedures, and practices to support legal activities. Support assignments of this nature involve the form, content and issues of legal instruments and documents, and the steps and procedures involved in processing, storing, and retrieving legal actions and legal information pertaining to the activities of the USAO.
• Provides litigative case management Annotate deficiencies in case materials, e.g., missing documents, conflicting statements, and request further investigation by investigative personnel to correct deficiencies,
• Serves as contact person for assigned cases and provides information and assistance concerning status or relevant procedural issues.
• Compiles, organizes, and indexes various discovery and evidence exhibits for trial, witness testimony as it relates to specific criminal charge evidence. Works closely with assigned attorney(s) to ensure material is efficiently arranged.
• Provides technical assistance to attorneys with e-discovery platforms and document review systems.
• Produces and provides to the attorney the appropriate legal documents, information, exhibits, or witnesses at the appropriate time during those court proceedings.
• Prepares and coordinates exhibits for trial which typically involves a wide range of visual materials including charts, diagrams, photographs, and models.
• Depending on the nature and complexity of the case, personally prepares trial exhibits, or initiates preparation by other appropriate staff or contractors to ensure timely production prior to the trial date. Maintains accounting systems for materials to be used as exhibits in grand jury proceedings and trials, prepares lists and tables to correlate the exhibits with grand jury transcripts, and keeps a strict account of the exhibits used in such proceedings.
• Provides automated litigation to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations. Provides technical in court support by utilizing various software applications e.g., enlarging charts and photographs, duplicating tapes and videos, and marking and annotating the exhibit list during testimony.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties in support of the assigned AUSAs, which typically involves automation support or other administrative subject matter areas. Using established databases, performs data searches, report design, and other data retrieval assignments.
• Opens, maintains, and closes case files to include receiving newly opened case files and taking necessary measures to notify the proper client agency of service and to obtain litigation report and/or other needed case information.
• Establishes and updates database to track receipt of cases, upcoming deadlines, and other case information. Keeps attorneys and appropriate staff members informed of the status of cases.
• Monitors the progress of pending cases and initiates action to ensure that established deadlines are met.
• Physically maintains case files and case related material in status within a filing system that is accessible and enables easy retrieval.
• Closes case file in a timely manner. Purges unnecessary documents and forwards files to archives.
• Prepares a variety of legal documents, correspondence, and other related material from templates including subpoenas, liens, come ups and writs, transmittal of pleadings, status updates to client agencies, notices to adverse counsel and/or cocounsel, and submits for AUSA review and approval prior to filing/issuance.
• Maintains AUSAs and court calendars, schedules court reporters, witnesses, and conferences as required.
• Answers outside inquiries not requiring legal interpretations and refers other questions to appropriate office members. Exercises judgment and discretion in determining information provided to telephonic inquiries and visitors.

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.
• Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
• 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.

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:

$31.91

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.