Title Analyst

Job Title: Title Analyst Job Category: Legal Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBI Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continental US The Opportunity For a long-standing Department of Justice contract, CACI seeks a Title Analyst to support Fifth Amendment takings cases, including Rails-to-Trails, flood, and fire. Title Analysts should be experienced with comprehensive real property research, to include locating and reviewing modern and historical deeds, summarizing findings, and the matching these instruments using their legal descriptions to historical property records. Additionally, historical documents and maps are usually obtained from public records maintained at the National Archives and Records Administration (“NARA”). Title Analysts frequently contact these sources and retrieve documents related to landowner claims filed against the United States. Periodic trips to NARA in College Park, MD, may be required, and occasionally travel to a local county offices can be necessary. Ideal candidates may be title analysts or examiners, law clerks, or paralegals. Demonstrated experience researching real estate records is strongly desired. Once documents and related materials are produced or sourced, Title Analysts review and summarize those materials and then work with federal trial attorneys to determine the legal significance of such evidence. Title Analysts may prepare Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to summarize critical aspects of railroad conveyances, including recording information, legal description, and the legal consequences of those documents. Additionally, in conjunction with the review of maps or by working with GIS Analysts, Title Analysts summarize conveyances and legal significance by landowner-plaintiffs. Title Analysts need a working knowledge of document management software (such as Relativity) to readily access evidence, working familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products to document and summarize findings. Title Analysts also generate and index documents to use as exhibits in briefs and at oral argument. Moreover, Title Analysts must be able to identify 1) gaps in historical title records, 2) inconsistencies within historic conveyances, and 3) the failure or lack of proof of modern ownership interests. In addition to identifying deficiencies in evidence, candidates should be able to draft written explanations of their findings to federal trial staff, for discussions with opposing counsel, and for possible court presentation. Following the government’s principal case, Title Analysts may analyze for reasonableness attorney fees and expenses submitted by opposing counsel, organize those costs in Excel, and compile or assist in compiling objections to such submissions. Responsibilities Complex legal research Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and legal memoranda Review documents for relevance and privilege; and assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including recommending case strategy Serve as a team lead, reviewing and editing work product from other team members, such as Title Analysts and Paralegal staff May also testify at deposition or trial in support of their fact research. Qualifications Required: A law degree is strongly preferred, but direct and substantial experience may substitute; At least two (2) years of experience working with real estate and property tax records; Experience as a Title Examiner or similar in a real estate, mortgage, or tax setting; At least one (1) year of experience on litigation support projects including proven capabilities and communication skills to successfully interact with clients and attorneys; Working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources, and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Excellent organization skills since all documents and notes must be maintained and organized for ready use and/or production to opposing counsel. Desired In-court trial experience. Experience with automated litigation support tools such as Relativity, Trial Director/OnCue, etc. Experience with GIS tools valued, e.g., ESRI mapping software involving real estate and related county and environmental datasets to: gather property information from public and private sources input and process that information into GIS databases, analyze and manage that data, and generate static and online maps for litigation and settlement purposes using standard ArcGIS software. Experience as or working with expert witnesses. Ability to travel (CONUS). 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 There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, 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. The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $59,600 - $122,100 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 CACI International Inc