Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor, providing litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. The role requires a blend of legal knowledge, drafting expertise, and administrative acumen in a fast‑paced environment. Skills and Attributes for Success Receive and review incoming material; independently determine the need for assembly and preparation of legal documents such as charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, trial subpoenas, and grand jury subpoenas. Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents, including motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings, ensuring compliance with rules of style and formatting. Electronically file documents on behalf of attorneys with the appropriate state or federal court, applying knowledge of local court rules and practices. Provide assistance with trial preparation by compiling trial notebooks, witness lists, and exhibit lists. Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns; aid in processing and organizing legal data and supporting materials. Compose original letters that require knowledge of legal procedures and specialized terminology, such as transmittals, requests for extensions, advisories, and notices to opposing counsel. Perform docketing duties using the automated case tracking system, including opening, updating, and closing cases and searching databases for required information. Obligate funds for litigation expenses and monitor for continued necessity. Review bills and invoices and submit them to the budget office for payment. Maintain calendars for active cases; track filing, hearing, and trial dates; schedule conferences and interviews; develop and maintain suspense systems; and provide reminders of court appearances. Assemble physical and electronic files for new cases, file materials in chronological order, prepare conflict of interest sheets, and number discovery documents. Prepare closing files, ensuring all relevant documents are included and produce a closing sheet for attorney signature. Receive visitors, answer telephone calls, deliver and retrieve papers from the federal courthouse, and provide requested information on pending and closed matters. Attend meetings and trainings as required. Produce written documents using MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, Adobe Acrobat, and other databases, incorporating tables, charts, and graphs into technical reports or courtroom presentations. Provide automated litigation assistance, including transcribing dictation, preparing visual materials for trials, and delivering technical support such as enlarging charts or duplicating tapes and videos. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications At least one year of specialized litigation experience required; over three years preferred. Specialized experience includes reviewing legal documents for completeness, assembling information for hearings and trials, researching legal sources, maintaining file systems, and using automated software to produce reports and correspondence. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Hands‑on familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to deliver high‑quality work under extreme pressure. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. $45,000 - $53,000 a year #J-18808-Ljbffr