Legal Assistant

About the role

CGS is seeking an entry‑level Legal Assistant to support United States Attorneys under the guidance of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. The role provides both litigation and administrative assistance, helping attorneys, investigators, and paralegals manage case documentation and court filings.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, review, and prepare a variety of 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 knowledge of local court rules.
• Compile trial notebooks, witness lists, and exhibit lists for trial preparation.
• Prepare, track, and manage grand jury subpoenas and returns.
• Organize, process, copy, and assemble record materials for court filings.
• Compose original letters that require familiarity with legal procedures and terminology.
• Perform docketing duties using an automated case tracking system, including opening, updating, and closing cases.
• Obligate funds for litigation expenses, review bills and invoices, and submit them to the budget office.

Required profile

• Entry‑level candidate with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written communication skills and familiarity with legal terminology.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple case files simultaneously.
• Willingness to collaborate with attorneys, investigators, and paralegals.

Required skills

• Electronic filing (e‑filing) of court documents.
• Use of case tracking or docketing software.

What we offer

• Supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Access to learning opportunities and government innovation projects.