6-Month Contract Trademark Paralegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Paralegal (6-Month Contract) - Hybrid - Washington, D.C.
We are partnering with a leading national membership real estate organisation to hire a Paralegal for a 6-month temporary contract within their Washington, DC office.
This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, requiring 3-days per week in the office. The successful candidate may choose which three days they attend.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the organisation's trademark portfolio, including brand protection and trademark maintenance.
Assist with reviewing, preparing, and organising trademark-related documentation.
Conduct research and support enforcement and compliance matters.
Provide assistance on additional legal projects as required.
Requirements:
3+ experience working with trademarks - either in-house, at a law firm, or within an IP-focused role.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
Availability to begin on a temporary basis for at least six months.
Additional Information:
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid - 3 days in office, flexible choice of days)
Contract Length: 6 months
Start Date: ASAP
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration.
Medicare Appeals Paralegal: Docketing & Records
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
A government services company in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Paralegal Specialist. The role involves supporting the Department of Health and Human Services with case documentation and Medicare appeals. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate case files and preparing certified records for federal court. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and experience in legal research and documentation. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.
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Senior Paralegal: Arbitration, Trial & White-Collar Defense
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
A law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal Specialist to support litigation and trial preparations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of paralegal experience, with a focus on investigations and white-collar defense. Responsibilities include coordinating legal documents, supporting trial logistics, and conducting legal research. The position requires strong proficiency in various software applications and familiarity with legal procedures.
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Personal Injury Paralegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Our legal team needs a diligent, organized, and experienced personal injury paralegal. You will create case files, answer phones, create and conduct new client intakes, and build case files. We need someone with experience ordering, reviewing, and summarizing medical records and bills. You will also work closely with the attorney to handle client matters, review and respond to discovery requests, and handle client communications. If you are ready to advance your paralegal career, please apply today!
Compensation:
$18 - $25 hourly
Responsibilities:
Request, interpret, and summarize medical records to come up with a factual answer to discovery requests
Aid lawyers in preparing for trial by arranging exhibits, witnesses, legal materials, client meetings, and motions
Produce legal documents, letters, and pleadings such as complaints, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under the supervision of a lawyer
Maintain our case filing systems and other administrative activities
Negotiate liens, medical bills, and settlements with providers or insurance companies
Request, review, and compile medical records
Handle new case intakes
Build, update, and maintain client files
Prepare, review, and send medical records to insurance companies
Compile, prepare, review, and send discovery materials to defense attorneys
Communicate with clients via telephone and email
Handle all incoming phone calls
Ability to handle office requirements when the attorney is out of the office in court or client meetings
Qualifications:
Talented verbal communicator and writer
Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills
3-5 years of legal service experience under an attorney or lawyer required, preferably in a personal injury law firm
Ability to speak Spanish is preferred
About Company
Heit Law, LLC is a personal injury law firm representing clients in Ohio and Tennessee.
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Compensation details: 18-25 Hourly Wage
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Senior Paralegal Manager
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Trustpoint is proud to partner with a national law firm in their search for a Senior Paralegal Manager to join their hybrid team in Washington, DC. This role will lead a team of paralegals and docketing professionals, focusing on client service, team development, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive paralegal experience, proven leadership skills, and a forward-looking mindset to guide the team through process and technology improvements.
Responsibilities:
Manage a team of paralegals, paralegal assistants, and docketing professionals, providing mentorship and modeling industry standards
Drive the annual evaluation process, including compensation benchmarking and internal equity analyses
Plan and implement professional development programs aligned with practice area needs and organizational strategy
Maintain and evolve career ladders, including competency frameworks, progression criteria, and promotion standards
Oversee departmental budgeting for training, certification, and technology investments
Develop and refine systems for workload tracking, assignment transparency, and utilization analysis
Lead day-to-day workflow and staffing requests, supporting attorneys and paralegals to ensure balanced workloads
Monitor and analyze attorney and paralegal utilization, workload, and productivity, providing actionable reports and dashboards
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, profitability, and client value through improved staffing and workflow practices
Ensure compliance with internal policies, client requirements, and confidentiality standards
Support succession planning and knowledge transfer within the paralegal and docketing teams
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required
Paralegal certification required or must be obtainable within six months of start
6-10+ years of paralegal experience, including 3+ years in a management or leadership role
Proven experience managing multi-office legal support teams and developing operational systems
Advanced data analysis and reporting skills, including financial and utilization analysis
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with attorneys and staff
Deep understanding of legal technology, workflow automation, and innovation tools
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary range: $135,000-$175,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, parental leave, and more.
Hybrid work model with flexibility to work in-office and remotely.
Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Paralegal Specialist: FOIA, Subpoena & Research
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
A public housing authority in Washington, DC is seeking a Paralegal Specialist to assist in legal matters, prepare documents, and handle legal requests. The ideal candidate will have a degree in paralegal studies and experience in legal document preparation and research. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, responding to subpoenas, and supporting attorneys in various legal tasks. This position requires strong attention to detail and organization skills.
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Paralegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Paralegal department in our Washington, D.C. office, as a Paralegal.
This role provides support to attorneys in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with special emphasis on Supreme Court and Appellate practice.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Proofread, edit, and cite check fact and legal citations in memoranda (appellate and Supreme Court)
Check appellate and Supreme Court cites including joint appendices
Create page-proof and final versions of briefs
Understand how to research court rules in preparation for filings and coordinate with the firm's Docket team to ensure all filings strictly adhere to relevant rules and deadlines
Use litigation research tools like Westlaw, Lexis, and PACER
Act as liaison with the firm's Document Services team and other departments to coordinate tables of contents and tables of authorities, final formatting, and specialized printing of briefs, per guidelines in various jurisdictions
Help attorneys prepare for oral arguments by gathering/cataloging pertinent authorities
Coordinate with case team and e-discovery personnel on all aspects of data collection
Manage complex case files; review discovery materials by performing relevance, confidentiality, and privilege reviews
Create discovery templates
Prepare for depositions and create witness files
Analyze and summarize documents, interrogatories, and other factual information, including sophisticated or technical information related to legal issues
Conduct factual research to compile information regarding parties, experts, and judges; perform due diligence research by searching Secretary of State information, corporate profiles, prior litigation, recent press and social media postings
Prepare key fact chronologies and create demonstrative exhibits such as charts, graphs and maps
Attend and provide support at trial, which includes: monitoring documents and evidence; assuring presence of witnesses; preparing and monitoring visual aids; taking notes on testimony; tracking of exhibits introduced and marked into evidence; digesting trial transcripts; interacting with clients, witnesses, experts, court clerks, and vendors; mentoring junior paralegal trial team members
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree required
Paralegal certificate from ABA approved paralegal program preferred
Professional Experience:
At least eight years of substantive litigation experience as a Litigation Paralegal in a law firm setting preferred
Trial, arbitration, or mediation experience preferred
Appeals experience
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with iManage, Microsoft Suite, Westlaw, Lexis, and PACER
Knowledge of Relativity and general database management
Working knowledge with legal case management software such as OPUS 2 preferred
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
The typical pay scale for this position is between $102,900 and $150,000 although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Auto-ApplyParalegal - All Levels
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Are you a skilled paralegal exploring your next career move? Whether you specialize in corporate law, litigation, real estate, or another area, we want to hear from you!!
We're working on several exciting opportunities for paralegals across various sectors across the country. Even if there isn't a specific role that jumps out at you just yet, sharing your resume means you'll be the first to know about roles that align with your experience and career goals.
Send your resume today to get started. Let's find your next great opportunity together.
Entry-Level Paralegals: $50,000-$65,000/year
Mid-Level Paralegals: $65,000-$85,000/year
Senior/Experienced Paralegals or Specialists: $85,000-$130,000/year
Paralegal II
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is actively recruiting a paralegal to support the Litigation team in our Washington office. This position assists lawyers and non-attorney timekeepers with preparation of complex legal documents, mid-level legal research activities and other tasks related to one or more of the firm's legal practice areas. Provides leadership in supporting firm, office and team initiatives and in support of management directives.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Generates revenue by meeting billable hour and other timekeeping expectations set forth by the firm. Proactively secures billable work, which may require working across teams and offices. Maintains current and accurate daily time log; inputs time records into firm's time and accounting systems according to firm and outside counsel guidelines. Accounts for complete workday.
Demonstrates intermediate knowledge and application of Federal, State and Local Rules. Stays abreast of current rules changes and informs team of same.
Identifies appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases, business transactions or regulatory matters. Analyzes and organizes the information, prepares written reports that lawyers use in determining how cases, business transactions, or regulatory matters should be handled. Assists with preparation of legal documents in draft and final form; assists lawyers during trials, meetings with clients, closings, and regulatory hearings.
Drafts correspondence, memoranda to file, and basic documents related to substance of a case or transaction for internal and external use.
Coordinates and conducts routine document reviews, to include document organization, and preparation for discovery, trial, administrative, and/or business closings, as applicable and as directed by a lawyer or more experienced paralegal.
Performs special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred. Paralegal certificate, National Association of Legal Assistants certification or specialty certificate provided by State helpful.
Experience: Minimum of three years of paralegal or related business experience required; previous experience coordinating paralegal work or case clerks helpful.
Other Qualifications: Intermediate knowledge and application of Federal, State and Local Rules. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic technological and research skills necessary to pull requested documents from online resources and familiarity with legal technology and computer databases required. Ability to train other paralegals and work efficiently and accurately under pressure, and present a positive, professional image with colleagues, professional staff, and vendors. Ability to work overtime or travel, as needed, on short notice essential. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed for transcription, extensive reading and moderate or advanced keyboard usage. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through both written and oral communications. Ability to lift, carry, reach, stoop or bend, at times repetitively, for tasks involving filing or movement of files/supplies weighing up to 5-10 pounds. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. Ability to maintain flexibility regarding work assignments to work overtime on short notice required. Ability to work in a cooperative manner as a member of a team. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The expected salary range for District of Columbia based employees is $74,100.00 to $115,100.00, though salaries for employees based outside of the District of Columbia may differ. Beyond an employment candidate's physical location, salary offers may be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.
In addition to providing competitive compensation in the form of salaries and bonuses, Hunton Andrews Kurth offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.
EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Veteran/Disability.
Please view the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here.
The information offered on this site does not constitute an express or implied contract, and may be modified or revoked without notice at the discretion of Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP.
Fund Formation Paralegal.
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Cooley is seeking a Fund Formation Paralegal.
Provides paralegal support to attorneys and senior paralegals and performs administrative duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Position responsibilities:
• All facets of emerging company and venture fund work including:
o Preparation and maintenance of organizational documents
o Preparation of partnership and limited liability company agreements
o Preparation of side letters, transfer agreements, admission agreements and other amendments
o Conducting investor suitability due diligence
• Research of Federal and State securities regulations in connection with fund formations
• Preparation and filing of requisite notices
• Conduct due diligence review of documents and with the preparation of opinions and backup in connection with fund formation
• Handle SEC compliance reporting on behalf of venture fund clients with respect to their public company stock portfolios
• Turn in time sheets, e-timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion
• All other duties as assigned or required
Skills and experience:
Required:
Available to work overtime, as required
After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Bachelor's Degree
Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually
Minimum of 1 year experience as a Fund Formation Paralegal
Competencies:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedules
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
Ability to work well with others, including clients
Ability to work well under pressure
Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy and tact
Reliable, committed and punctual
Cooley LLP offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits program.
EOE.
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $37.00 - $55.00 ($76,960.00 - $114,400.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.
Auto-ApplyParalegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
This position is responsible for assisting with the filing of administrative appeals and documentation to health insurers and governmental payers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES List the job's essential or most important functions and responsibilities. This section should be a detailed list of specific duties and tasks in their order of significance (the most important duties should appear at the top of the list).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works well with attorneys and paralegals.
Quickly and efficiently prepares, reviews, and submits well-written appeals and related documents to insurers.
Provides general legal support to the legal department, including drafting correspondence, preparing legal filings and.
Answers phones in a timely manner using good customer service skills and judgement in the distribution of messages.
Prepares agreements, correspondence, memos, and other legal documents.
Develops and manages processes for optimizing the legal team's work.
Manages the database.
Assist with projects as needed.
Performs research.
Is comfortable, skilled, aggressive, cordial, and professional on the telephone to follow up on submitted appeals.
Performs any other administrative duties as may be necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, licenses and registrations desired:
Paralegal certification.
Other skills required :
Undergraduate degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
Interest in healthcare and healthcare law.
Highly organized, aggressive, outgoing, and detail-oriented.
Clear, concise, and logical writing style.
Must be highly attentive to detail and be able to handle large amounts of paperwork for a busy office.
Must have excellent organizational skills.
COMPETENCIES:
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Business Necessity - The needs of the employer may be dependent on responding to and anticipating rapidly changing external and internal demands in all aspects of how business is conducted. This may include, but is not limited to, organization structure, finances, goals, personnel, work processes, technology, and customer demands. Therefore, it may become necessary to make modifications to how business is conducted, and work is accomplished, with minimal or no advance notice to employees. Accordingly, the employee must be capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted, and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Auto-ApplyParalegal with Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Founded in 2002, Centre Law and Consulting is a certified Woman Owned Small Business headquartered in Tysons, VA. Centre Law & Consulting (*********************** is both a law firm representing federal government contractors and a company that also provides services to the federal government. Our innovative approach as both a law firm and a federal contractor has put us at the forefront of the industry for over 20 years.
Centre Law & Consulting is seeking a Paralegal with Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
1.Establish and maintain files and track case information. Typical tasks may include:
Serving as the primary custodian of case materials, including grand jury subpoena and search warrant returns; manage case files (including, e.g., correspondence, pleadings, witness files, subject matter files), organizing evidence, conducting and investigative materials, conduct searches, accessing and reviewing case data-including but not limited to the use of litigation and data management software.
Tracking and generally managing the flow of documents and other investigative, litigation or case-related materials-whether with respect to discovery, incoming productions, subpoena and search warrant returns, translations, filter reviews, prudential reviews, or documents to/from other agencies and third parties-to include, but not be limited to, grand jury, intelligence, compliance, and other investigative materials.
Monitoring public inboxes, interagency data repositories, pulling case information and documents, and saving to NSD case management systems, monitoring, and tracking agreements and related deliverables, and providing support to attorneys performing review, compliance, and oversight activities.
2.Assist in investigations, pre-indictment resolutions, and litigation (including discovery). Typical tasks include:
Liaising with NSD's Litigation Support Services and section data management professionals with respect to uploading, organizing, filtering, reviewing, and transferring or producing documents and electronically stored information.
Assisting with grand jury coordination.
Conducting internet and other open-source research.
Performing document review in NSD case management systems, inter-agency records systems, and/or eDiscovery platforms, such as Relativity and Ever law, and flagging pertinent documents for attorneys.
Assisting with preparations for trial and other court appearances, grand jury and other presentations, proffers, witness interviews, training sessions, and any other meetings, including, e.g., by organizing and preparing exhibits, attachments, binders, indexes, and tables of contents.
Providing in-court support as required-whether by operating trial software, assisting with the management of witnesses (including scheduling and travel), or performing administrative tasks.
3.Prepare legal and other documents, correspondence, and related materials, and review written work product. Typical tasks may include:
Assisting with research, writing, and related tasks-e.g., by creating first drafts of documents such as memos, subpoenas, and discovery cover letters, at the direction of NSD attorneys.
Conducting cite-checking for case and court filings and legal memoranda, proofreading and formatting complex and various legal documents.
Prepares various draft compliance and enforcement documents, pre-inspection documentation, and preparation of various legal action memoranda.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Education: Four-year bachelor's degree required. Recent graduates are preferred.
Experience: Related experience working with a federal or state legal entity or private law firm. Highly organized candidates, who show excellent attention to detail, are technologically savvy, possess strong analytical skills, and work well in teams.
Certification: Paralegal Certificate is not required. Experience can be substituted for certification.
Place of Performance
The primary place of performance will be at the NSD, Robert F. Kennedy Justice Building, 950
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20530 and 175 N Street, NE, 3 Constitution Square NE,
Washington, DC 20530.
SECURITY CLASSIFIED
Contractor personnel working on this contract require a Top Secret/SCI security clearance and U.S. Citizenship.
To apply please submit your cover letter and resume to *************************.
Centre is committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on Individual merit and qualifications. In compliance with the latest Executive Orders, we ensure a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Centre does not engage in workforce balancing based on race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, or national origin. Our policies are designed to promote merit-based opportunities and inclusiveness. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Centre also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities, as well as for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. This includes accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions as required by the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Our company strictly prohibits retaliation against employees who engage in protected activities, such as reporting or opposing discrimination or harassment, participating in the EEO process, requesting reasonable accommodations, or exercising any appeal or grievance rights provided by law. We provide training to all employees on recognizing and preventing retaliation in the workplace.
Auto-ApplyParalegal with Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Founded in 2002, Centre Law and Consulting is a certified Woman Owned Small Business headquartered in Tysons, VA. Centre Law & Consulting (*********************** is both a law firm representing federal government contractors and a company that also provides services to the federal government. Our innovative approach as both a law firm and a federal contractor has put us at the forefront of the industry for over 20 years.
Centre Law & Consulting is seeking a Paralegal with Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
1.Establish and maintain files and track case information. Typical tasks may include:
Serving as the primary custodian of case materials, including grand jury subpoena and search warrant returns; manage case files (including, e.g., correspondence, pleadings, witness files, subject matter files), organizing evidence, conducting and investigative materials, conduct searches, accessing and reviewing case data-including but not limited to the use of litigation and data management software.
Tracking and generally managing the flow of documents and other investigative, litigation or case-related materials-whether with respect to discovery, incoming productions, subpoena and search warrant returns, translations, filter reviews, prudential reviews, or documents to/from other agencies and third parties-to include, but not be limited to, grand jury, intelligence, compliance, and other investigative materials.
Monitoring public inboxes, interagency data repositories, pulling case information and documents, and saving to NSD case management systems, monitoring, and tracking agreements and related deliverables, and providing support to attorneys performing review, compliance, and oversight activities.
2.Assist in investigations, pre-indictment resolutions, and litigation (including discovery). Typical tasks include:
Liaising with NSD's Litigation Support Services and section data management professionals with respect to uploading, organizing, filtering, reviewing, and transferring or producing documents and electronically stored information.
Assisting with grand jury coordination.
Conducting internet and other open-source research.
Performing document review in NSD case management systems, inter-agency records systems, and/or eDiscovery platforms, such as Relativity and Ever law, and flagging pertinent documents for attorneys.
Assisting with preparations for trial and other court appearances, grand jury and other presentations, proffers, witness interviews, training sessions, and any other meetings, including, e.g., by organizing and preparing exhibits, attachments, binders, indexes, and tables of contents.
Providing in-court support as required-whether by operating trial software, assisting with the management of witnesses (including scheduling and travel), or performing administrative tasks.
3.Prepare legal and other documents, correspondence, and related materials, and review written work product. Typical tasks may include:
Assisting with research, writing, and related tasks-e.g., by creating first drafts of documents such as memos, subpoenas, and discovery cover letters, at the direction of NSD attorneys.
Conducting cite-checking for case and court filings and legal memoranda, proofreading and formatting complex and various legal documents.
Prepares various draft compliance and enforcement documents, pre-inspection documentation, and preparation of various legal action memoranda.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Education: Four-year bachelor's degree required. Recent graduates are preferred.
Experience: Related experience working with a federal or state legal entity or private law firm. Highly organized candidates, who show excellent attention to detail, are technologically savvy, possess strong analytical skills, and work well in teams.
Certification: Paralegal Certificate is not required. Experience can be substituted for certification.
Place of Performance
The primary place of performance will be at the NSD, Robert F. Kennedy Justice Building, 950
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20530 and 175 N Street, NE, 3 Constitution Square NE,
Washington, DC 20530.
SECURITY CLASSIFIED
Contractor personnel working on this contract require a Top Secret/SCI security clearance and U.S. Citizenship.
To apply please submit your cover letter and resume to *************************.
Centre is committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on Individual merit and qualifications. In compliance with the latest Executive Orders, we ensure a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Centre does not engage in workforce balancing based on race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, or national origin. Our policies are designed to promote merit-based opportunities and inclusiveness. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Centre also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities, as well as for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. This includes accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions as required by the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Our company strictly prohibits retaliation against employees who engage in protected activities, such as reporting or opposing discrimination or harassment, participating in the EEO process, requesting reasonable accommodations, or exercising any appeal or grievance rights provided by law. We provide training to all employees on recognizing and preventing retaliation in the workplace.
Auto-Applypatent paralegal or counsel
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
We are seeking IP rights support
Must email WORD resume to -> **********************
US citizens or Green Card ONLY
Compensation is very competitive, and commensurate with experience, loc VA/DC
if Corp 2 Corp, 1099, or W2 (please email your expectations, and availability to start)
1.234.200.MAP0
Job Description
Performs as a specialist in Intellectual Property Law, with particular attention to government data rights issues.
Advise management on IP issues, including complex issues of significant financial and legal risk to the company.
Performs independent research, analysis and business partner counseling on complex and/or important issues.
Manages and preparation and prosecution of patents, trademarks, copyright, etc.
Advises on patent infringement risks and IP aspects of contracts of all kinds. Applicant must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office and have at least 3 years of practice before that office.
Have been active knowledge intellectual property law as an attorney continuously for those years, and have extensive experience advising on IP FAR and DFAR issues in a government-contracting environment.
Position desires hands-on experience in prosecuting IP, in licensing of intellectual property, and counseling business partners in government contracting concerns.
Preference will be given to applicants who have materially supported mergers and acquisitions from an IP perspective and have substantively participated in major patent infringement lawsuits.
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Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Job Title: Tax Paralegal
Salary/Payrate: $75K-$85K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Hybrid (3 days in office/2 remote)
Term: Permanent
Bachelor's degree required: Yes
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
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Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Paralegal to join our Washington, D.C. office. This role supports attorneys with complex tax-related legal matters, including litigation and regulatory filings, with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Support all phases of legal matters, including discovery, document production, and depositions
Assist in drafting and filing federal and state court documents
Proofread and cite-check legal materials; verify authorities and exhibits
Coordinate confidential and complex filings
Conduct research using platforms like Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, EDGAR, etc.
Use tools like Relativity, CaseMap, and TextMap for document review
Prepare materials for interviews, hearings, client meetings, and trials
Maintain organized electronic and physical case files
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support teams across offices
Manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services setting
Knowledge of federal and state court procedures and e-filing
Strong Bluebook citation and legal research skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Willingness to travel and adjust hours as needed
Paralegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
The Paralegal supports the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) as an integral contributor to the success and performance of OCR and further OCR's mission as described above thru various mission support activities. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.
As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Must be able to obtain government security clearance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Participates in resolving complaints alleging violations of the various privacy and civil rights laws for compliance with OCR policy and guidelines for case processing.
* Resolves complaints recommended for administrative, non-investigative closures using prewritten templates and established case resolution guidelines.
* Consistently and accurately distinguish between the different technical assistance letters and uses the most appropriate template; follow policy regarding consent from complainants; draft case notes, closure letters, and other necessary documents with minimal to no typos or grammatical errors.
* Conducts routine office functions with minimal direction and has experience with a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Ability to produce, track and manage multiple deliverables with overlapping deadlines in a high-performing environment.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Minimum educational experience is an Associate's degree from an accredited college/university or experience equivalent to the GS-7 level or higher in the Federal Government.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $25 to $30 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* 401(k)
* Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
* STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
* Legal-Aid Program
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Paid Time Off (PTO) - (11) Federal Holidays
* Training and Development Opportunities
Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
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Auto-ApplyParalegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
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.
Skills and attributes for success:
* Downloads electronic case filings (ECFs) from Pacer.
* Uploads the 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 the 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 trial.
* Prepares exhibit cross-references.
* Assists attorneys in courtroom.
Qualifications:
* Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one
year of study. One (1) year of legal training or legal experience or at least two (2) years of college education may be
substituted for the paralegal certificate.
* At least one (1) 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
Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
* 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.
Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!
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$48,000 - $53,000 a year
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Paralegal Specialist (Litigation/Law Firm Experience)
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
We are conducting a search for an experienced Paralegal Specialist with proven arbitration and trial experience. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of litigation paralegal experience and at least 7 years of experience in investigations and white-collar defense within a law firm or government agency.
What You'll Do:
Perform work in an efficient and cost-effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified);
Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to investigations and white-collar defense matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties;
Organize, review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and agencies;
Coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, as well as conduct searches on e‑discovery databases such as Relativity for relevant documents;
Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions and coordinate logistics as needed;
Perform factual research on internal and external databases and libraries;
Properly format legal briefs and motions; cite check legal briefs and motions to ensure consistency with sources cited and proper citation style (Bluebook and/or California Style Manual);
Proofread, edit and review legal brief and motions in preparation of filing;
Assist with the filing and printing of legal briefs, motions and other related documents;
Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at Court; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set‑up and travel arrangements;
Support multiple case teams/matters simultaneously;
Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services;
Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs;
Work overtime as required; travel as required, and
Handle additional related projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred);
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑accredited program (preferred)
At least 10 years of Litigation Paralegal experience (required);
At least 7 years of investigations and white‑collar defense practice experience at a law firm, in government service or equivalent (preferred); and
Arbitration/trial experience (required).
Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web‑based conference call/web‑sharing applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (LexisNexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, CM/ECF, and other electronic court and agency databases;
Advanced knowledge of and familiarity with litigation procedures and terminology;
Advanced knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures;
Advanced proficiency with timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and
Strong knowledge of legal billing processes.
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Paralegal Specialist
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
Responds to subpoenas, records requests, discovery requests, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests by gathering documents, reviewing for legal sufficiency, and preparing responses in compliance with applicable laws and deadlines.
Understands and applies District of Columbia, HUD, and federal rules and procedures when reviewing legal matters, drafting documents, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinates with clients and agency departments to obtain information required for timely and complete legal responses.
Tracks all subpoenas, FOIA requests, and legal deadlines to ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
Performs legal research and reviews relevant case law, statutes, and policies to support subpoena and FOIA response efforts.
Maintains high attention to detail when preparing, proofreading, and organizing legal documents, correspondence, and case files.
Supports and serves at the direction of the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and/or their designee; provides a wide range of paralegal and general administrative support to OGC attorneys in all legal matters as assigned, including, but not limited to, litigation, corporate or real estate matters, development and/or modernization activities, property sale/acquisitions, mixed finance and RAD redevelopments, contracts and procurement, leasing, Housing Choice Voucher Program (“"HCVP”") and other DCHA programs, public and assisted housing, Landlord/Tenant law, eviction proceedings, landlord contract claims, bankruptcy, tort claims, personal injury, and police matters.
Provides support and assistance to outside counsel (for all types of legal matters) as directed;
Investigates facts in connection with litigation; interviews and prepares witnesses; checks legal citations in court filings; assists in discovery and brief writing;
Assists and prepares eviction notices and other documents for landlord/tenant cases;
Drafts initial versions of standard real estate and transactional documents, including contracts and closing documents;
Assists and prepares attorneys in connection with court appearances, real estate closings, client meetings and witness interviews;
Assists attorneys with scheduling meetings and maintaining their calendars as requested;
Prepares and organizes case files (electronic and hard copy), including reviewing files against standards for submission to outside counsel;
Organizes, maintains and tracks files of case documents, including closing documents and litigation files, and makes them available and easily accessible to attorneys;
Copies, scans and prepares documents and files as requested;
Assists in communicating with internal and external clients as directed to support OGC customer-oriented focus;
Conducts legal research such as studying relevant court decisions and legislative documents; searches title and governmental records;
Reviews and analyzes available precedents relevant to assigned cases or matters;
Drafts and proofreads legal documents for accuracy, proper grammar, legal sufficiency and proper citation format;
Coordinates work assignments and/or efforts to ensure timeliness, thoroughness, and compliance to deadlines;
Tracks assigned cases/matters and provides information on the status of all such cases on a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly basis; ensures that attorneys are aware of and assists in meeting all deadlines;
Prepares monthly/bi-weekly/weekly reports and correspondence as required to keep General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel informed and their designee, and advised of status of assigned cases; enters and tracks time as required;
Assists in the maintenance of a file retention/archival plan for systematic retention, protection, retrieval, transfer and disposal of records in accordance with administrative directives and accepted practices;
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned related to the efficiency and effectiveness of the OGC;
Supports all department activities, serves as back-up for other paralegals and OGC clerical staff as needed;
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal oversight.
Demonstrated experience preparing responses to subpoenas, discovery, and FOIA requests.
Excellent follow-up skills and the ability to track and meet strict deadlines.
Proficiency in e-discovery platforms such as Relativity or Logikcull.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity in the DCHA.
Knowledge of basic legal principles, law library operations, legal research methodology and principles of legal analysis, especially as related to corporate, real estate, litigation and landlord/tenant law.
Familiar with court rules and electronic filing requirements.
Ability to present statements of law and fact clearly, accurately, and logically in written and oral form.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Education and/or Experience
Must possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field or a paralegal certificate obtained through a paralegal studies program approved by the American Bar Association or from an accredited college or university; and at least (3) three years of paralegal experience; or other combination of education and experience which meet the minimum qualifications requirement may be substituted at the discretion of the General Counsel.
The District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) conducts pre-employment screening on specified positions, which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, drug and alcohol testing, verification of academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, and/or verification of work history.
This position has been designated by the department to require a drug and alcohol screening and background check. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing and will be required to consent to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of database, spreadsheet, presentation and word processing software; knowledge of legal practice and document management software, including Worldox, or similar system; and proficiency in typing; knowledge of and experience in the use of Westlaw, the internet and other legal research databases. Ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The supervisor makes assignments by defining objectives, priorities and deadlines, and assists the employee with unusual situations which do not have clear precedents.
The Paralegal Specialist independently conducts legal research, and prepares drafts of briefs, etc., or other litigation papers or opinions. He/she carries out assignments, coordinating work assignments as appropriate,resolving problems and deviations in line with previous training, directives, legal precedents, practices and governing laws and regulations, policies and procedures; and assuring timeliness, thoroughness and compliance with deadlines.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines used include governing laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, legal references, rules of practice of courts, digests, legal precedents, legal publications, governing policies, directives, and procedures. The guidelines may not be completely applicable to all situations and issues encountered. Therefore, the Paralegal Specialist must search for appropriate guidelines from numerous sources and use judgment regarding careful interpretation to determine which most nearly fit the situation or in adapting guidelines to specific issues.
COMPLEXITY
The incumbent performs duties that are diverse and often complex. Difficulties in assignments can vary from assignment to assignment sometimes due to unrelated facts and conflicting information from different sources. The incumbent must identify and reconcile conflicting information and adapt various problem solving methods.
SCOPE AND EFFECT
The purpose of the work is to provide legal assistance in the development of legal documents and agencylegal position in cases, issues, etc. The incumbent's work product and efforts have a direct effect on final litigation decisions, actions, recommendations, and interpretations.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are with Authority personnel inside and outside the immediate office, witnesses, outside attorneys, as appropriate landlords, tenants, other paralegals, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
The purpose of the contacts is to plan and coordinate assignments requiring the cooperation of others, to exchange and clarify information, to meet with potential witnesses, or to persuade individuals with differing viewpoints on the merits of releasing or withholding documents based on provisions of various laws.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requires no unusual physical demands. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is performed in the normal office setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Appellate Paralegal
Paralegal job in Washington, DC
Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.
We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm's client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.
If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Paralegal department in our Washington, D.C. office, as a Paralegal.
This role provides support to attorneys in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with special emphasis on Supreme Court and Appellate practice.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Proofread, edit, and cite check fact and legal citations in memoranda (appellate and Supreme Court)
Check appellate and Supreme Court cites including joint appendices
Create page-proof and final versions of briefs
Research court rules in preparation for efilings and coordinate with the firm's Docket team to ensure all filings strictly adhere to relevant rules and deadlines
Use litigation research tools like Westlaw, Lexis, and PACER
Act as liaison with the firm's Document Services team and other departments to coordinate tables of contents and tables of authorities, final formatting, and specialized printing of briefs, per guidelines in various jurisdictions
Help attorneys prepare for oral arguments by gathering/cataloging pertinent authorities, and/or briefing binders
Analyze and summarize documents, interrogatories, and other factual information, including sophisticated or technical information related to legal issues
Conduct factual research to compile information regarding parties, experts, and judges; perform due diligence research by searching Secretary of State information, corporate profiles, prior litigation, recent press and social media postings
Prepare records and appendices, and trial court summaries
Attend and provide support at trial, which includes: monitoring documents and evidence; assuring presence of witnesses; preparing and monitoring visual aids; taking notes on testimony; tracking of exhibits introduced and marked into evidence; digesting trial transcripts; interacting with clients, witnesses, experts, court clerks, and vendors; mentoring junior paralegal trial team members
Qualifications
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree required
Paralegal certificate from ABA approved paralegal program preferred
Professional Experience:
At least eight years of substantive litigation experience as an Appellate Paralegal in a law firm setting preferred
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with iManage, Microsoft Suite, Westlaw, Lexis, and PACER
Knowledge of Relativity and general database management
Working knowledge with legal case management software such as OPUS 2 preferred
Performance Traits
:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
The typical pay scale for this position is between $102,900 and $150,000 although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email **********************************. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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