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Law Clerk I
CACI International Inc. Support the Department of Justice, Executive Office for United States Attorneys, in various U.S.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, analysis, and drafting within criminal and civil law contexts, with a strong understanding of federal and state court systems and e-Discovery procedures. Proficient in managing case files and providing comprehensive legal support to attorneys.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Law DegreeLicensed By A State BarLegal Research ProceduresKnowledge Of E-Discovery ProceduresExcellent Written And Oral Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Legal ResearchCase AnalysisDrafting Legal DocumentsStatutory InterpretationLitigation SupportDocketingCalendaringScreening Documents For PrivilegeManaging Immigration Habeas MattersAnalyzing Judicial Precedents
Soft Skills
Decision MakingAdaptabilityCommunication
Tools & Technologies
LEXISWestlawMicrosoft OfficeWord ProcessingDatabasesSpreadsheetsImaging ToolsESI Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
DOJ MBI Must Be Obtainable
Industry Keywords
Department Of JusticeU.S. Attorney OfficesFederal LawState LawCriminal LawCivil LawLegal Support ServicesCourt SystemsHabeas MattersLitigation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the Department of Justice, Executive Office for United States Attorneys, in various U.S. Attorney Offices
- Provide legal support services on criminal and civil cases
- Work with assigned AUSAs and supervisory attorneys
- Determine applicable administrative, statutory, and regulatory law
- Identify possible defenses, violations, and causes of action
- Research and monitor federal, state, and local laws, rules, and procedures
- Review, analyze, and interpret case-file data
- Manage 28 USC §2255 and immigration habeas matters, including docketing, calendaring, file coordination, drafting responses, and timely filing
- Analyze statutes, legislative intent, judicial precedents, agency rules, regulations, and law review articles
- Brief attorneys on pertinent facts, issues, and case law
- Draft correspondence, legal documents, and proposed orders
- Perform complex legal research for trial staff
- Assist with motions, briefs, memoranda of law, and all phases of litigation
- Screen documents for privilege
Requirements
What you’ll need- Law degree or completion of at least two years of study at an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed by a state bar
- Valid state driver’s license
- Minimum two years of professional work experience and expertise performing the requisite responsibilities
- DOJ MBI must be obtainable
- U.S. citizenship required
- Physically located within the general geographic commuting radius of the USAO office
- Knowledge of federal and state court systems
- Knowledge of legal research procedures and resources
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Thorough knowledge of LEXIS and Westlaw
- Hands-on familiarity with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, imaging, and ESI tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of e-Discovery procedures and resources
- Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected developments
Benefits
Comp & perks- Tuition reimbursement for Relativity and ACEDS certifications
- Flexible time off benefit
- Robust learning resources
- Healthcare benefits
- Wellness benefits
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Family support benefits
- Continuing education benefits
- Time off benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Learning and development opportunities