Project Manager – Law Clerk I

Cherokee Federal

. Serve as the main point of contact for contractor and Government personnel .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal analysis, case management, and litigation support, with a strong understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures. Proficient in drafting legal documents and providing recommendations based on thorough policy and statutory analysis.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeProfessional Litigation Work ExperienceFederal Rules of Civil ProcedureLegal Document DraftingCase Management

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisStatutory InterpretationPolicy ReviewLegal Memorandum DraftingCase Law BriefingRegulatory ComplianceLitigation SupportAdministrative Law KnowledgeCriminal Law KnowledgeCivil Law Knowledge

Soft Skills

Decision MakingAdaptabilityCommunicationCollaborationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid State Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Federal LawCriminal ProcedureCivil ProcedureImmigration LawFraud LawHuman Trafficking LawViolent Crime LawLegal ResearchConfidentiality CompliancePublic Trust Investigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the main point of contact for contractor and Government personnel
Assign all contractor taskings
Manage subordinate staff time, including leave, personal days, and administrative absences, and communicate that information to the Government point of contact
Work with Attorney Advisors and supervisory attorneys to identify applicable administrative, statutory, and regulatory law and possible defenses, violations, or causes of action
Analyze policies, programs, legislative and regulatory initiatives, and case-related information
Prepare written work products defining legal issues, analyzing applicable guidance, and making recommendations
Assist with reviewing, supporting, and implementing policies and guidelines for USAO programs, processes, and requirements
Monitor applicable federal, state, and local law and new criminal and civil rules and procedures
Alert Attorney Advisors to potential issues
Support case and program work involving immigration, civil and criminal matters, violent crime, fraud, human trafficking, drugs, and other program areas
Receive and docket matters; calendar and track due dates; coordinate with Attorney Advisors and support staff to locate relevant files, data, and information
Draft legal memoranda, briefs, responses, correspondence, and legal documents for attorney review or signature
Analyze statutes, legislative intent, judicial precedents, agency rules and regulations, and law review articles, including complex or unprecedented assignments
Brief attorneys on pertinent facts, issues, and case law
Protect confidential information and comply with restrictions on disclosure and use of artificial intelligence systems
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation, including the Tier 4 – High Risk Public Trust investigation
Valid state driver’s license
At least two years of professional litigation work experience
Working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure
Experience and expertise performing the Law Clerk I services described above
Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected developments
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Professional development, training, and certification support
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection