Legal Assistant

About the role

CGS is seeking an entry‑level Legal Assistant to support United States Attorneys. Working under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor, you will provide litigation and administrative assistance across a range of federal cases.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, review, and prepare legal documents such as charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, and subpoenas.
• Proofread and edit drafts of motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests, and other pleadings.
• Electronically file documents with state or federal courts, applying local court rules.
• Compile trial notebooks, witness lists, and exhibit lists for trial preparation.
• Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns.
• Organize, process, and copy case materials; assemble record packages for filings.
• Compose original letters that require knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.
• Perform docketing duties using an automated case tracking system and conduct database searches as needed.
• Obligate funds for litigation expenses, review bills and invoices, and submit them to the budget office.

Required profile

• Entry‑level candidate with a strong interest in government litigation.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong written communication skills.
• Capacity to anticipate the needs of attorneys, investigators, and paralegals.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Opportunities to collaborate on innovative government projects.
• Access to learning and development resources.