Supervisory Paralegal

Job Category: Legal

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Supervisory Paralegal to support the Department of Justice’s mission. This position plays a critical role and involves working on high-profile cases. We are looking for candidates who are looking to develop their management skills in support of high visibility cases.

You will gain invaluable litigation experience as you go through various phases of the EDRM spectrum while assisting and supporting the Department of Justice in their efforts to prosecute perpetrators of Health Care Fraud.
In this role you will supervise a staff of paralegals and law clerks who provide direct support to federal prosecutors.

CACI is 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 to grow your career. Please apply if you are interested to hear more!

Responsibilities:

The Supervisory Paralegal manages, supervises and supports the Paralegal team. In this role, you will perform litigation services while complying with established procedures, including, but not limited to the following:

• Direct and supervise the work of paralegals and other support staff.

• Use analytical and problem-solving abilities by performing complex legal and factual research utilizing Relativity and other eDiscovery software.

• Interact with staff and DOJ case teams during the planning and execution of project requirements, schedules and all litigation support activities.

• Monitor work and report on progress of investigative and support tasks.

• Ensure that staff and support team's work meet contract and attorney requirements and are delivered on time.

• Troubleshoot and perform quality control spot-checks.

• Formulate administrative and technical procedures to ensure work/tasks are completed.

• 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.

• Design and develop 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 staff components, including data processing support staff, in order to accomplish work.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience in automated litigation support, or JD or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school and having completed at least one year of study. An equivalent level of legal training or experience may be substituted.

• Supervisory experience, including proven capabilities and communication skills to successfully interact with clients and attorneys.

• Working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.

• 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.

Desired:

• Paralegal Certificate

• 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.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

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.

The proposed salary range for this position is: