Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal – VA Office of General Counsel, Procurement Law Group

Location: Chicago (Hines) Illinois

Who Can Apply

This announcement is currently limited to candidates who qualify for one or more of the following eligibilities:

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• Veterans
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• Career Transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) – Federal employees meeting “surplus” or “displaced” criteria
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• Individuals with disabilities (Schedule A)
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The VA Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a high‑performing Paralegal to join our Procurement Law Group, where your work directly supports attorneys responsible for protecting the interests of the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans we serve.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a legal practice central to VA operations, including:

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• Government supply and service contracts
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• Sharing Agreements under 38 U.S.C. § 8153
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• Bid protest litigation
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• Information Technology (IT) contracting
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• Debarment and suspension actions
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As a Paralegal on our team, you will support Contract Law Litigation Counsel and help advance VA’s mission by delivering high‑quality legal research, document preparation, case management, and administrative support in fast‑moving, high‑impact matters.

Our Paralegal positions start at GS‑7, GS‑9, or GS‑11, depending on qualifications and experience.

The role offers promotion potential to GS‑11 after one or two years of fully successful performance.

Why Join the VA Office of General Counsel

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• Diverse, Impactful Legal Work
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• OGC serves as the VA’s in‑house law firm; providing guidance and representation across employment law, health care law, torts, administrative law, contracts, ethics, FOIA/Privacy Act, and more.
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• Mission‑Driven Culture
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• You’ll join a team dedicated to integrity, service, and collaboration. Employees at OGC build long-term careers because they are supported, valued, and empowered.
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• Advancement Opportunities
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• VA is known for its federal career mobility, robust professional development, and opportunities to progress into higher‑level legal roles.
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VA employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages nationwide, including:

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• Federal retirement with matching contributions
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• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
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• Ample paid leave + 11 federal holidays
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• Student loan repayment programs (where eligible)
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• Job stability, flexibility, and nationwide career pathways
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