Litigation Specialist

Litigation Support Technologist – U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Utah Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of electronically stored information (ESI), including collection, tracking, processing, and production, following standard protocols for imaging and metadata extraction. Administer document review databases (e.g., Relativity and Eclipse) and support USAO Automated Litigation Support staff on complex ACE matters. Conduct legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw to assist ACE attorneys in analyzing referrals, pleadings, and electronic records. Draft legal documents, summarize reports, and prepare correspondence at the Paralegal III level. Track court deadlines and manage case calendaring to ensure rigorous litigation timeline adherence. Coordinate pretrial witness activities and provide substantive litigation support across all phases of case preparation. Process discovery requests and ensure timely, protocol‑compliant production of responsive documents. Maintain accurate and organized case files for voluminous, data‑intensive ACE matters with rigorous attention to detail. Handle substantive inquiries and collaborate effectively with attorneys, investigators, and court personnel at all staff levels. Perform all work on‑site using government‑furnished equipment, network systems, and databases in accordance with DOJ security and privacy requirements. Complete required DOJ training (ethics, cyber awareness, privacy, and records management) within prescribed timeframes and annually thereafter. Required Education / Certification Certified Paralegal (CP) credential accepted in lieu of a degree. Degree preferred. Required Experience / Skills 3–5+ years of progressive experience in litigation support or as a paralegal in a fast‑paced legal environment. Advanced knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and the end‑to‑end litigation lifecycle. Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat Professional. Hands‑on experience with litigation support platforms; Relativity and/or Eclipse strongly preferred. Proficiency in legal research tools, including LexisNexis and/or Westlaw. Demonstrated ability to manage, analyze, and organize complex, voluminous datasets and electronic case files. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to handle substantive legal inquiries with professionalism. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment. Location Salt Lake City, UT 84111 (On‑site) Work Hours 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday Compensation $65,000 – $75,000 annually Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, required DOJ training, background investigation, and compliance with security and privacy requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer West 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr