Paralegal / Legal Assistant III at Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA)

Fsa - Cleveland, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Cleveland, OH

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About the position

As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III at FSA Federal (FSA), you will play a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA). This position is integral to the nationwide law enforcement initiative aimed at dismantling criminal organizations by removing the tools of crime and depriving wrongdoers of their illicit proceeds. Your responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in reviewing case materials, gathering and analyzing information, and preparing digests of selected legal decisions and opinions. You will be involved in evaluating new and complex cases, determining probable cause, and advising attorneys on the strengths and weaknesses of cases and potential defenses. In this role, you will conduct thorough investigations into the facts and laws of cases, utilizing various legal research tools and public information databases. You will also interview federal agents and law enforcement officers to gather evidence and prepare for pretrial activities. Your duties will extend to preparing legal pleadings, motions, and other necessary documents, as well as organizing and managing case files and exhibits. Additionally, you will provide training to other personnel and perform other assigned duties as necessary to support the legal team. This position requires a strong commitment to the mission of law enforcement and homeland security, and it offers a meaningful career path for those looking to make a difference in the legal field.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorney in reviewing case material, gathering and analyzing case material, and preparing a digest of selected decisions/opinions.
• Receive, examine, and evaluate new and complex cases with reference to the facts of the case and established standards.
• Assist in determining probable cause by reviewing investigative reports and planning a comprehensive approach to obtaining further evidence.
• Advise attorneys of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and potential defenses.
• Investigate facts and laws of cases and search public records to prepare cases and determine causes of action.
• Interview federal agents and law enforcement officers regarding probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of evidence.
• Assist attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying, interviewing, and preparing summaries; and managing witnesses.
• Prepare documents for settlement or disposition and convince affected individuals of the correctness of the legal position.
• Prepare legal pleadings, motions, papers, and proposed orders.
• Organize and manage files, documents, and indexing exhibits.
• Summarize documents and proceedings, including depositions, interrogatories, and testimony to assist attorneys.
• Use various databases and programs to extrapolate data for reports, charts, graphs, and trial exhibits.
• Provide training to other personnel as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate with at least one-year paralegal/legal assistance experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least three-years' paralegal experience.
• One-year of automated litigation support experience with knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases.
• Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies, and procedures and trial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis sufficient to perform case development and documentation assignments.
• Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the specific policies, processes, procedures, and practices of the customer office.
• Clearance to commence work immediately.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at $0 employee cost for employee-only plans.
• Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short-Term Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.