Paralegal

Job Title: ParalegalJob Category: Service Contract ActTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *The Opportunity:In this role, you will work collaboratively with teams of DOJ attorneys to handle a wide variety of litigation support tasks from the basics (preparing and filing documents with courts and organizing, tracking and archiving legal documents) to the more complex tasks (redacting and protecting privilegeinformation, conducting factual and legal research, assisting in witness interviews, depositions and trial preparation by preparing binders,indexing discovery, and preparing evidentiary exhibits, and providing in-court room assistance).CACI is committed to growing our eDiscovery workforce and has included tuition reimbursement for Relativity certifications, the ACEDS certification and Paralegal Certificates! This is a great opportunity for someone to grow their careers. Please apply if you are interested to hear more!Responsibilities:As a CACI Paralegal supporting the DOJ’s mission, you will gain invaluable knowledge and transferrable skills related to eDiscovery practiceand procedures and utilizing document databases to conduct searches and code evidentiary material. You will be a part of a high-performingteam completing assignments with established procedures that include:• Compiling, preparing, and summarizing relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery and in preparation of motions,briefs and other legal documents• Summarize depositions and other transcripts; maintains case files.• Perform simple legal research.• Index, track and control document discovery (including documents produced and received in discovery)• Index, track and exhibits and other materials at depositions and at trial. Prepares exhibit cross-references.• Assist DOJ attorneys in the courtroom• Review documents for relevance according to established guidelines and criteria.Qualifications:Required:Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required; and trial experience very helpful.Role also requires basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memorandum and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research, and basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.DOJ MBI must be obtainable (US Citizenship required).Desired:Trial experience very helpful.Prior experience with trial presentation software such as Trial Director or OnCue, previous “hot seat” experience a bonus.Prior automated litigation support experience valued.Extensive computer and database expertise (MS Excel and Word skills) welcome.-What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.An environment of trust.CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.A focus on continuous growth.Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.Pay Range:This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.Minimum Required Hourly Wage:$23.72There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr