Law Clerk I

Law Clerk I

Remote, United States (On-site)

Location:  Remote

Reports to:  Program Manager

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Position Summary:

The Law Clerk I provides legal and programmatic support to assigned Attorney Advisors and supervisory attorneys for the USAO, District of New Jersey. The position supports criminal and civil cases through legal research, analysis, case tracking, and draft written work products. The Law Clerk I does not appear in court to represent the United States.

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Law Clerk I:  Pay commensurate with experience.

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security

• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage

• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Professional development, training, and certification support

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Work with assigned Attorney Advisors and supervisory attorneys to determine applicable administrative, statutory, and regulatory law and identify possible defenses, violations, or causes of action.

• Assess policy, program, and legislative initiatives for applicability.

• Prepare written work products that define legal issues, analyze applicable guidance and related program areas, and make recommendations.

• Assist with reviewing, supporting, and implementing policies and guidelines for USAO programs, processes, and requirements.

• Analyze legislative and regulatory initiatives for their impact on USAO and EOUSA work.

• Keep abreast of applicable federal, state, and local law and new criminal and civil rules and procedures.

• Alert Attorney Advisors to potential issues identified during reviews and analysis.

• Support work involving immigration, civil and criminal matters, violent crime, fraud, human trafficking, drugs, and other program areas.

• Receive and docket matters; calendar and track due dates; and contact Attorney Advisors or support staff to locate relevant files, data, and case or program information.

• Assess and analyze relevant data.

• Draft legal memoranda, briefs, written work products, and other responses for Attorney Advisor review.

• Analyze statutes, legislative intent, judicial precedents, agency rules and regulations, and law review articles, including for complex or unprecedented assignments.

• Brief attorneys on pertinent facts, issues, and case law.

• Draft correspondence and legal documents for attorney signature.

• Protect confidential information and comply with the SOW’s restrictions on disclosure and use of artificial intelligence systems.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation, including the Tier 4 – High Risk Public Trust investigation required.

• Valid state driver’s license.

• At least two years of professional litigation work experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure.

• Experience and expertise performing the Law Clerk I services described above.

• Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected developments.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• License by a state bar.

• Immigration litigation experience, including habeas corpus or denaturalization matters.

• An active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Strategic Solutions, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.