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Paralegal
| Company | CACI |
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| Location | Newark, NJ, USA |
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| Salary | $25.38 – $25.38 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | JD |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- A Paralegal Certificate, Juris Doctor (JD), or current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school with the successful completion of at least one year of study. Note: One year of legal training or legal experience, or two years of college education, may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.
- A minimum of two years of litigation paralegal experience or equivalent project-based legal experience (related to the task order) is required. Trial experience is highly preferred.
- Experience with automated litigation support tools is valued. Candidates must have a solid understanding of legal procedures, including the ability to accurately cite-check legal motions and memoranda.
- Proficiency with legal research platforms, such as LEXIS and Westlaw, and the ability to conduct basic legal research independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with hands-on experience using a range of computer applications, including: Word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word), Spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel), Databases (e.g., document review systems and case file management tools), Imaging applications and standard office hardware.
- Basic familiarity with Electronically Stored Information (ESI) tools and working knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
- Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver high-quality work under pressure, manage competing deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team in a professional setting.
Responsibilities
- Work professionally and effectively with all levels of staff, including legal support teams, document management teams, and Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs).
- Collaborate and facilitate work processes with other staff members as part of a team.
- Meet established deadlines and manage multiple assignments in a professional office setting.
- Interact with the public and staff in a courteous and tactful manner.
- Use office equipment and software, including: Personal computers, scanners, copy and fax machines; Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint); Adobe Acrobat Professional.
- Search and analyze publicly available materials and governmental databases to identify potential violations of federal fraud or related statutes.
- Review and interpret highly complex and technical documents, including pharmaceutical and financial data.
- Prepare a wide variety of legal documents, including: Indictments, complaints, affidavits, applications, notices, motions, orders, subpoenas, search warrants, briefs, and memoranda.
- Assist AUSAs by: Interviewing agents and potential witnesses; Reviewing, summarizing, and outlining grand jury and/or trial testimony.
- Provide litigation support by managing and organizing case files for trial presentation.
- Prepare and organize exhibits such as statistical charts, photographs, and other visual materials.
- Monitor the progress of pending cases to ensure timely preparation and submission of pleadings, reports, correspondence, and legal forms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience reviewing complex technical and/or pharmaceutical data and documents. Background in medical billing, finance, economics, or accounting through prior experience, training, or education.
