CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)
Overview
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. We seek 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. Base pay range
$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Responsibilities
Collects court ordered restitutions and fines of criminal and civil defendants Drafts legal documents, and files legal documents using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF) Prepares garnishments, liens, and other legal process documents for collection Sends demand letters, files liens, run credit reports, prepares and submits subpoenas Manages and tracks collection activity in an internal database Communicates with and coordinates collection activity with AUSAs in the Monetary Penalties Unit (MPU) Completes fact research in public information databases and other research databases to gather information and identify assets Prepares legal documents using templates, such as motions, memoranda, subpoenas, correspondence, discovery documents and other similar documents and forms Prepares all recurring legal documents in conformance with rules governing their style and format Performs routine document center support functions, such as photocopying, delivering items, assembling notebooks, including pulling file copies of documents, tabbing binders, numbering, binding, labeling, re-filing documents and shelving, packing boxes and preparing them for shipment, bate stamping, retrieving case materials, completing log sheets, answering phones, logging messages, and faxing information Provides trial preparation assistance to AUSAs by independently compiling trial notebooks, preparing jury instructions, drafting witness and exhibit lists Opening new case files, closing case files, organizing case files, and recording material for disposition or storage Maintains calendar of active cases and assigned AUSAs by scheduling appointments, interviews, conferences, providing reminders of commitments and court appearances Assists AUSAs in producing discovery to defense counsel Maintains, manages, and organizes case material utilizing software, including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing applications Sorts incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail including packaging boxes for shipment Filing pleadings using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF) Produces a variety of written documents using templates and materials utilizing a range of office software applications Completes all aspects of travel in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and Department of Justice (DOJ) policies, including traveling arrangements, submitting authorizations, completing vouchers, and submitting local mileage claims Qualifications
Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required; trial experience is very helpful Automated litigation support experience valued. Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memoranda and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems Role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources Ability to consistently deliver high-quality work under pressure 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 and are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. We value honesty, professionalism, and quality work, and we are dedicated to the growth and development of our employees. Benefits
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 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! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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. We seek 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. Base pay range
$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Responsibilities
Collects court ordered restitutions and fines of criminal and civil defendants Drafts legal documents, and files legal documents using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF) Prepares garnishments, liens, and other legal process documents for collection Sends demand letters, files liens, run credit reports, prepares and submits subpoenas Manages and tracks collection activity in an internal database Communicates with and coordinates collection activity with AUSAs in the Monetary Penalties Unit (MPU) Completes fact research in public information databases and other research databases to gather information and identify assets Prepares legal documents using templates, such as motions, memoranda, subpoenas, correspondence, discovery documents and other similar documents and forms Prepares all recurring legal documents in conformance with rules governing their style and format Performs routine document center support functions, such as photocopying, delivering items, assembling notebooks, including pulling file copies of documents, tabbing binders, numbering, binding, labeling, re-filing documents and shelving, packing boxes and preparing them for shipment, bate stamping, retrieving case materials, completing log sheets, answering phones, logging messages, and faxing information Provides trial preparation assistance to AUSAs by independently compiling trial notebooks, preparing jury instructions, drafting witness and exhibit lists Opening new case files, closing case files, organizing case files, and recording material for disposition or storage Maintains calendar of active cases and assigned AUSAs by scheduling appointments, interviews, conferences, providing reminders of commitments and court appearances Assists AUSAs in producing discovery to defense counsel Maintains, manages, and organizes case material utilizing software, including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing applications Sorts incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail including packaging boxes for shipment Filing pleadings using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF) Produces a variety of written documents using templates and materials utilizing a range of office software applications Completes all aspects of travel in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and Department of Justice (DOJ) policies, including traveling arrangements, submitting authorizations, completing vouchers, and submitting local mileage claims Qualifications
Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required; trial experience is very helpful Automated litigation support experience valued. Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memoranda and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems Role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources Ability to consistently deliver high-quality work under pressure 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 and are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. We value honesty, professionalism, and quality work, and we are dedicated to the growth and development of our employees. Benefits
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 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! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: info@cgsfederal.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr