Law Clerk I

CACI • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Law Clerk I position offers recent law school graduates the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience assisting with high-profile cases investigated and litigated by the Department of Justice. The role supports investigations through the litigation life cycle, from discovery through trial and appeal. The clerk works as part of a high-performing team, conducting intensive document reviews and legal and factual research to help build cases. The position also provides experience with electronic discovery tools and databases, including Relativity. CACI offers tuition reimbursement for Relativity and ACEDS certifications.

Requirements

• A law degree; current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study; equivalent legal training or experience; or an equivalent level of education.
• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Hands-on familiarity with computer applications, including word processing, databases such as document review and file management systems, spreadsheets, and imaging.
• Hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
• Experience with cite checking and Bluebooking.
• Must be able to obtain DOJ MBI clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• eDiscovery certifications.
• Prior experience supporting the Federal Government.
• Prior document review experience using Relativity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intensive document reviews to identify relevant documents and information.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support assigned cases and investigations.
• Use electronic discovery tools and databases such as Relativity to conduct searches and identify factually relevant and privileged data.
• Perform complex legal research for trial staff.
• Assist in preparing draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda of law.
• Review documents for relevance and privilege.
• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement for Relativity and ACEDS certifications.
• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level