CACI International - Syracuse, NY

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Syracuse, NY
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Paralegal (USAO-Civil) position at CACI International involves providing a variety of direct paralegal services to assist Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in their legal work. The role requires a proactive approach to seeking information and locating new sources of information to aid in investigations and litigation. This includes establishing contacts and corresponding with law enforcement, governmental officials, witnesses, and counsel. The paralegal will independently gather factual material, read and summarize transcripts and files, and prepare case-summary binders. Additionally, the position involves obtaining financial and statistical information, as well as agency, court, and public records, to support the AUSAs in their cases. The Senior Paralegal will also analyze documents and draft court filings and memoranda for AUSA review. A strong working knowledge of federal and state court systems, civil litigation, civil discovery, legal research procedures, and financial fraud investigations is essential. The role requires organizing and managing a substantial quantity of records, often involving hundreds of thousands of pages of electronically stored evidence per case. Conducting financial analyses and related investigations to determine the ability of individuals and organizations to satisfy judgments or settlements is also a key responsibility. In addition to these tasks, the Senior Paralegal will prepare subpoenas, review and summarize large document productions, assist attorneys with trials and depositions, and analyze health care billing and treatment records. The position requires proficiency in various computer applications, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets, as well as familiarity with eDiscovery tools and procedures. The paralegal will also provide automated litigation support to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations, utilizing software applications and graphics hardware to prepare documents and visual materials. Occasional travel may be necessary for case-related activities, special projects, or training.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct paralegal services to assist AUSAs.
  • Seek information and locate new sources of information for investigations and litigation.
  • Independently gather factual material and summarize case files.
  • Prepare case-summary binders and obtain financial/statistical information.
  • Obtain agency, court, and public records for case support.
  • Analyze documents and draft court filings and memoranda for AUSA review.
  • Organize and manage large quantities of records and electronically stored evidence.
  • Conduct financial analyses and investigations of individuals and organizations.
  • Prepare subpoenas and review large document productions in response to subpoenas.
  • Assist attorneys with trials and depositions, preparing necessary materials.
  • Review and analyze health care billing and treatment records for attorney use.
  • Prepare discovery demands and organize, review, and analyze discovery responses.
  • Draft preliminary legal memoranda and correspondence for AUSA review.
  • Provide automated litigation support in trial preparation and courtroom presentations.
  • Utilize various software applications and hardware for document preparation and visual aids.
  • Perform legal research using various legal and law enforcement tools.

Requirements

  • Paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study, or equivalent legal training/experience.
  • At least two years of litigation paralegal experience or project experience related to the task order.
  • At least one year of experience in automated litigation support.
  • Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems and legal research procedures.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
  • Hands-on familiarity with various computer applications, including word processing and databases.
  • Familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures.
  • Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
  • Must be able to obtain DOJ MBI clearance (US Citizenship required).

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits
  • Wellness programs
  • Financial benefits
  • Retirement plans
  • Family support programs
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Flexible time off benefits
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