Job Summary
The Paralegal/Legal Assistant III provides legal and case support to the DEA. The role assists attorneys in preparing matters for trial and settlement by reviewing case records, researching legal issues, organizing evidence, and preparing supporting documentation and reports.
Responsibilities
- Review case materials and conduct legal research to support attorneys.
- Assist with pretrial preparation and the preparation of settlement documents.
- Maintain case files and organize exhibits for legal proceedings.
- Use automated databases to extract and compile information for reports and trial exhibits.
Qualifications
- Meet one of the following education and experience requirements: a Paralegal Certificate and at least one year of experience, or a High School Diploma or GED and at least three years of paralegal experience.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office and automated litigation support tools.
- Be able to pass a background investigation covering the previous 7 to 10 years.
FSA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
