Paralegal Specialist

United States Department of Justice • Gulfport, MS

397d • $59,966 - $77,955 • Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal Specialist position at the United States Attorney's Office involves performing a wide range of complex legal functions and duties in the litigation and investigation of criminal and civil cases. The role requires specialized legal research, document preparation, and case management to support attorneys in their legal proceedings.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level.
• A Master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.
• Combination of education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized legal research in support of criminal and civil cases.
• Review and organize complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials.
• Provide advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents.
• Prepare a variety of substantive legal documents including extradition requests, grand jury and trial subpoenas, and interrogatory requests.
• Develop and enter various case material into a computer database.
• Prepare charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results.
• Prepare, develop, compile, or maintain jury instructions in preparation for trial.
• Prepare exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials.
• Provide litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Life insurance
• Health benefits
• Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Master's degree