Law Clerk I

CACI • Washington, DC

10d

About The Position

CACI is seeking a Law Clerk I to support Department of Justice investigations and litigation. This role offers recent law school graduates the opportunity to apply their legal knowledge to high-profile cases and gain practical experience across the litigation lifecycle, from discovery through trial and appeal. The clerk will work as part of a high-performing team, conducting document reviews and legal and factual research to support assigned investigations and trial staff. The position also provides experience with electronic discovery tools, including Relativity. CACI offers tuition reimbursement for Relativity and ACEDS certifications.

Requirements

• Law degree; current attendance at an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study; or equivalent legal training, experience, or 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.
• 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 privileged information.
• Use electronic discovery tools and databases such as Relativity to conduct searches and identify factually relevant and privileged data supporting investigations.
• Perform complex legal research for trial staff.
• Assist in preparing draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda of law.
• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation.
• Conduct cite checking and Bluebooking as needed.

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