Paralegal

Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting‑edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Responsibilities Downloads electronic case filings (ECFs) from PACER Uploads electronic case filings to the automated matters systems Enters filing information into a case tracking system Creates and provides links to the electronic case filings to DOJ Attorneys Responds to DOJ attorney requests for filing information and retrieval Compiles, prepares, and summarizes relevant materials for use by attorneys in discovery and in preparation of motions, briefs, and other legal documents Conducts simple to moderately complex database searches Performs simple legal research Indexes, tracks, and controls document discovery, depositions, and trials Prepares exhibit cross‑references Assists attorneys in courtroom activities Qualifications 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. At least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience related to electronic case filing workflows. Basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite, check legal motions and memorandum. Experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401k Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr