FSA is hiring: Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the FBI in Washington

Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the FBI

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises.

Eligible for 20% pay differential

EnProVera, owned and operated by government veterans with extensive backgrounds in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, the Military, and the Intelligence Community has a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Responsibilities

• Assists attorney in reviewing case material to include gathering and analyzing case material and preparing a digest of selected decisions/opinions, including legal references.
• Receives, examines, and evaluates new and complex cases with reference to the facts of the case and established standards.
• Assists in determining probable cause by reviewing investigative reports, establishing the need for further evidence and information, and planning a comprehensive approach to obtaining that information and evidence.
• Investigates facts and laws of cases and searches public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action.
• Assists attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery.
• Assists attorney in convincing the affected individuals of the correctness of the legal position and appropriateness of the settlement.
• Prepares legal pleadings, motions, papers, and proposed orders.
• Organizes and manages files, documents, and indexing exhibits.
• Summarizes documents and proceedings, including depositions, interrogatories, and testimony to assist attorneys.
• Uses various databases and programs to extrapolate data for reports, charts, graphs, and trial exhibits.
• Provides training to other personnel as needed.
• Performs 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.
• Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies, and procedures and trial experience preferred
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications and other common software applications.
• Proven commitment and expertise to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work in a team environment, deliver the highest quality of work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure

Agency Overview

The mission of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

Benefits Overview

At EnProVera, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs.

EnProVera is committed to providing all employees and employment candidates the right to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment free from retaliation.