Legal Assistant

Legal AssistantWe need an experienced Legal Assistant at the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (USAO EDPA). The USAO EDPA Criminal Division is responsible for prosecuting federal criminal matters on behalf of the United States. In this role, you will support Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) by providing a wide range of technical legal assistance services across criminal and civil proceedings, including case preparation, court filings, legal research support, scheduling, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.Responsibilities:Support AUSAs by performing electronic court filings using ECF and PACER.Supports pretrial and trial activities by preparing, reviewing, and organizing case file materials and trial binders, and coordinating the scheduling of witnesses and court reporters.Maintains frequent interaction with investigative agencies and internal personnel.Maintains calendars for active court matters by tracking filings, hearings, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences, interviews, and related deadlines for AUSAs.Arranges travel by preparing itineraries and securing transportation and hotel reservations.Assists with legal research using automated legal research tools, public information databases, and program specific resources, including support for electronic discovery and other aspects of criminal or civil proceedings.Prepares internal authorizations for requesting goods and services such as deposition transcripts.Assembles exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents, and organizes files and records for disposition or transfer to records storage.Performs other related legal duties as assigned.Required Skills/Experience:Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a courteous and tactful demeanorProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems for document preparation and data retrievalAbility to establish, maintain, and organize case or project filesAttention to detail in reviewing and editing documents for typographical errorsCapability to schedule appointments, track deadlines, and maintain accurate calendarsExperience responding to inquiries regarding case status using database informationSkill in obtaining and sharing information with external agencies related to caseworkAbility to conduct factual and legal research to support case developmentEducation / Certifications:Associates degree in a related field or paralegal certificate - preferredLocation:Philadelphia, PA 19106Clearance:Must pass applicable DOJ background investigation for this positionClient:United States Attorney's Office (USAO), Eastern District of Pennsylvania (EDPA).Work Hours:Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a dayEmployment Classification:W2 ClassificationRelocation:Not eligible for relocation benefits.Compensation:Base Hourly Wage: $23.86 per hourHealth & Welfare (Benefits rate): $4.93 per hourTotal Hourly Compensation: $28.79 per hourBenefits: Health & Welfare benefits contribution as required under the Service Contract Act (SCA); Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution optionsWest 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.