Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the US Attorney's Office #25-444
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Summary
FSA is seeking a Paralegal / Legal Assistant III to support the US Attorney's Office in Richmond, VA. The role involves assisting attorneys with case material, legal research, and pretrial preparations.
About the Role
As a Paralegal / Legal Assistant III, you will assist attorneys in reviewing and analyzing case materials, determining probable cause, preparing legal documents, and managing case files. You will also conduct legal research, interview law enforcement officers, and provide training to other personnel as needed.
About You
Required:
- 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.
- Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications, to include databases.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies, and procedures and trial experience.
- Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis sufficient to perform case development and documentation assignments.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short-term disability, and employee assistance program at $0 employee cost.
- Flexibility to support health, work-life balance, and professional growth.
FSA
Our mission is to serve the public good by providing unwavering support to law enforcement agencies as they work to ensure safety and justice in our communities. We are equally dedicated to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and empowering environment for our employees, recognizing that their well-being is fundamental to achieving our shared purpose. Through collaboration, integrity, and compassion, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, we have more than 1000 employees in over 490 locations nationwide, including Guam, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
Richmond, VA