Legal Clerk Supporting MNF with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBalsa, 1313, L Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States
About the Mission
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.
About the Team
The Money Laundering, Narcotics and Forfeiture Section (MNF) leads the asset forfeiture and anti-money laundering enforcement efforts. MNF holds the responsibility of coordination, direction, and general oversight of the Asset Recovery Program. The section provides leadership by prosecuting and coordinating complex, sensitive, multi-district, and international money laundering and asset forfeiture investigations and cases. Additionally, MNF provides legal and policy assistance and training to federal, state, and local prosecutors and law enforcement personnel, as well as to foreign governments. The team assists Departmental and interagency policymakers by developing and reviewing legislative, regulatory, and policy initiatives, and manages the Department's Asset Forfeiture Program, including distributing forfeited funds and properties to appropriate domestic and foreign law enforcement agencies and to community groups within the United States.
About the Role
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. As a Legal Clerk supporting the MNF, you will play a vital role in the section's overall mission. You will be the first line of review for legal instruments, ensuring completeness and proper execution while conducting initial reviews of petitions for remission and mitigation of forfeiture. Your work will involve researching records to identify conditions that might prevent action, collecting facts for case and standard reports, and confirming citations and legal references. This role requires a professional disposition and the ability to provide excellent customer service within a team environment.
Hiring Process & Eligibility
This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation. Candidates must be prepared to work onsite, as this position is not currently approved for telework.
Equal Opportunity
Centre Law & Consulting is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Balsa, 1313, L Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide apprentice review of legal instruments
- check_circleCheck legal instruments for completeness and proper execution
- check_circleResearch records to identify conditions that might prevent action
- check_circleCollect facts for cases and standard reports
- check_circleConduct first review of petitions for remission and mitigation of forfeiture
- check_circleReview legal documents to confirm citations and legal references
- check_circleDetermine correctness of actions using government regulations and procedures
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree
- verifiedOne-year experience in a field related to law enforcement
- verifiedU.S. Citizenship
- verified7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation
- verifiedExperience with Microsoft Office suite
- verifiedExperience with legal research tools
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and EAP with $0 employee cost for employee-only coverage
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Legal Research Tools.
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
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