Gilchrist Global Strategies
Location
Alexandria, VA | United States
Job description
Gilchrist Global Strategies has a great job opportunity for a Paralegal to work with the US Attorney's Office in Alexandria, VA.
• Works with Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs), federal law enforcement officers, and support staff to prepare cases for litigation. • Obtains records, documents, and evidence from federal law enforcement agencies and via the legal process. • Reviews and analyzes case material to become familiar with the facts and circumstances of the case. • Examines, prepares and processes a variety of legal documents which are characteristically voluminous and complex in nature. • Maintains, manages, and organizes case material utilizing software, including databases, spreadsheets and word processing applications. • Notes deficiencies in the uploading of case materials and missing materials, and undertakes inquiries to correct deficiencies. • Works with litigation support to resolve any issues related to the intake, processing, and dissemination of discovery. • Assists AUSAs in producing discovery to defense counsel. • Organizes and coordinates discovery distribution, including indexes and production logs. • Suggests and develops effective trial presentation of case materials. • Prepares computerized trial presentation programs and demonstrative exhibits. • Operates electronic systems and court presentation software during court proceedings. • Provides assistance to AUSAs in trial preparation by independently compiling trial notebooks, preparing jury instructions, and drafting witness and exhibit lists. Requirements • Must have at least an Paralegal Certificate • At least one year of specialized experience in applying laws and regulations to facts presented. • Ability to analyze issues and apply laws and regulations to facts presented. • Typing and formatting correspondence and legal forms. • Proficient in operating a personal computer and in using various • Word Processing Software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Pro. • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing as required.Job tags
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