Law Clerk I

Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal Job Overview CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to support the legal mission of a large federal agency. This role involves providing litigation support tasks such as cite checking, document review, legal research, and related duties. Responsibilities Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager Performs complex legal research for trial staff Assists in preparing draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc. Reviews and conducts research for Release of Information (ROI) Reviews new cases and researches applicable laws Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on new cases Edits and reviews cases for issuance Responds to citizen letters Reviews Amicus briefs Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories, and draft statements of facts Assists attorneys with all phases of litigation Cite checks via online research tools (Westlaw, Lexis) and Bluebook compliance Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree required, or currently attending an ABA‑accredited law school with at least one year of study; equivalent education or experience may substitute Sound knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and research resources Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as Lexis and Westlaw Extensive experience with cite checking and Bluebook citation Experience performing complex legal research Hands‑on familiarity with computer applications including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and imaging Ability to consistently deliver high‑quality work under extreme pressure Preferred Experience in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment Experience with Relativity Publication of legal writings Participation in Law Review Current or active security clearance Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr