About The Position
FSA Federal is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II to support the overall mission of the U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO). The role supports the USAO Asset Forfeiture Section, which prosecutes criminal and civil actions against property used or acquired during illegal activity. The position requires U.S. citizenship and a minimum 7- or 10-year background investigation.
Requirements
- Paralegal Certificate, or a high school diploma/GED with at least two years of related experience in a law office or government setting.
- Ability to understand the organization and functions of the customer.
- Knowledge of basic legal research, including standard legal citation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including legal writing.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and other common software applications, including databases and legal research tools.
- Commitment and expertise in providing excellent customer service; positive and flexible.
- Ability to work in a team, deliver high-quality work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to undergo a minimum 7- or 10-year background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Paralegal/legal assistance experience is preferred.
- Trial experience is preferred.
- Automated litigation support experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in reviewing case materials, including gathering and analyzing materials and preparing digests of selected decisions and opinions with legal references; may provide Legal Clerk review.
- Draft, edit, and review non-legal information; create correspondence and research reports.
- Help prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with statistical charts and photographs.
- Interview potential witnesses and prepare summary interview reports.
- Review prepared legal documents to confirm citations and legal references.
- Attend pre-trial meetings to review case materials for missing documents or questionable material and request further information to correct deficiencies.
- Prepare summaries of testimony and depositions during or after trial.
- Investigate facts and laws, search public records, and prepare cases, determine causes of action, and produce related research reports and correspondence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package with choice and flexibility intended to support health, work-life balance, and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
