Legal Assistant
Company: FSA Federal
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 12, 2025
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Job Description:
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. Centre Law & Consulting
(Centre) offers the rare blend of legal expertise and practical
federal contracting experience necessary to assist government and
industry clients in navigating the complex maze of federal rules
and regulations and implementing federal market solutions that are
timely, efficient, and legally effective. Centre has a vacancy for
a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III. In this role, you will be
supporting the overall mission of the US Attorney's Office (USAO)
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.
May provide Legal Clerk/Paralegal II review. 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. Advises
attorneys of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and
potential defenses. Investigates facts and laws of cases and
searches public records and other resources to prepare cases and
determine causes of action by using a variety of legal research
tools, public information databases, and other automated resources.
Interviews federal agents and other law enforcement officers
regarding the probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of
evidence and witnesses. Assists attorney in pretrial preparations
by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying,
interviewing, and preparing summaries; and managing witnesses.
Assists attorney in convincing the affected individuals of the
correctness of the legal position and appropriateness of the
settlement. Also prepares documents for settlement or disposition.
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 for the development, presentation, and
prosecution of federal cases Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies,
and procedures and trial experience preferred Knowledge of the
principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis
sufficient to perform case development and documentation
assignments which are typically covered by established precedents
Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal
writing skills Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel,
PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications, to
include databases Proven commitment and expertise to provide
excellent customer service; positive and flexible; ability to
multi-task Ability to work in a team environment, deliver the
highest quality of work, and maintain a professional disposition
under extreme pressure This position requires U.S. Citizenship and
a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation. Agency Overview
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) serves as the nation's
principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General.
The Asset Forfeiture Section at the USAO is responsible for the
prosecution of both criminal and civil actions against property
used or acquired during illegal activity. Benefits Overview At
Centre Law, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and
strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs.
Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and
flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and
professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can
be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical,
Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death &
Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee
Assistance Program. This position is not currently approved for
telework and requires work to be performed onsiteConsistent with
our goal of empowering people, CENTRE LAW is committed to providing
all employees and employment candidates the right to equal
employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment
free from retaliation. FSAs employment practices are based on an
individuals capabilities and qualifications without regard to race,
color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual
orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older),
disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other
category protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal
employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures
including recruitment and hiring, promotions, transfers, and
terminations, as well as compensation, benefits, and other terms
and conditions of employment. Our long-term success depends upon
our ability to attract, retain, and develop a workforce with the
knowledge and skills needed to support the vital missions of our
customers. CENTRE LAW is proud to maintain a drug-free workplace.
Satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screening is a
condition of employment. As a supplier of services to federal
government agencies, such as DEA, FBI, USCIS, USPIS, etc., we also
adhere to agency standards with respect to prior drug usage.
Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $39 Hourly
Keywords: FSA Federal, Washington DC , Legal Assistant, Legal , Washington, DC
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