Job Abstract

What You’ll Get to Do

The Supervisory Paralegal position is a great opportunity for paralegals looking to develop their management skills in support of high visibility cases for the Department of Justice.  You will gain invaluable litigation experience as a case may go through all or some of the phases of the EDRM spectrum, from intake/acquisition of documents and data through trial support, cases and investigations.  

CACI is also committed to growing our eDiscovery workforce and has included tuition reimbursement for Relativity certifications, the ACEDS certification and Paralegal Certificates!  This is a great opportunity for someone to grow their careers.  Please apply if you are interested to hear more!

More About the Role

The Supervisory Paralegal directs and supervises the work of paralegals and other support staff, particularly on major paralegal support efforts, such as large legal research projects or major in-courtroom support. In this role you will:

• Sharpen your analytical and problem-solving abilities by performing complex legal and factual research utilizing Relativity and other eDiscovery software. 
• Receive significant task management and supervisory experience through the oversight of your team and in their delivery of quality work within strict deadlines in support of DOJ’s mission. 
• Enhance your management and communication skills by interacting with your staff and the DOJ case teams during the planning and execution of project requirements, schedules, and all litigation support activities.
• Monitor work and reports on progress. 
• Ensure that paralegal and support staff work meets contract and attorney requirements and is delivered on time. 
• Troubleshoot and performs quality control spot-checks. 
• Formulate administrative and technical procedures for getting the work done. 
• Report to Project Supervisor or Project Manager; may also have significant contact with COR, Government Case Manager, trial attorneys and staff, client agency staff, and opposing counsel. 
• Perform complex legal and factual research. 
• Design and develops systems and procedures for tracking, controlling, and managing case files, exhibits, and other case-specific materials. 
• Assist trial staff in coordination with expert witnesses and litigation consultants. 
• Arrange for access to appropriate DOJ libraries and other legal research facilities.
• Coordinate with other Contractor support components, including data processing support staff, in order to accomplish work.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. An equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.
• Additionally, at least three years of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) including trial experience is required. 
• At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. 
• Supervisory experience, including proven capabilities and communication skills to successfully interact with clients and attorneys. 
• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court system, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. 
• Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.

• Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure, in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused, congenial, professional, can do attitude for working with staff and government clients. 

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• eDiscovery experience with Relativity and other eDiscovery tools  used throughout the EDRM process and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, similar to the duties and responsibilities described above.  Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Certifications and/or completed training courses in project management, eDiscovery, or other litigation support subject matter areas.

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
 

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here

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