Paralegal
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
About the Team
CACI is a high-performing organization dedicated to ensuring the safety of our nation through critical missions. We place character and innovation at the center of everything we do, fostering a culture of integrity where every employee's unique contribution is valued. As a team member, you will join a group driven by a higher purpose, working alongside colleagues committed to advancing our nation's most vital objectives.
About the Role
This Paralegal position supports attorneys (AUSAs) and litigation teams within the civil unit, performing a variety of legal support duties in an office setting. The role is characterized by analyzing legal decisions, compiling substantive information, reviewing discovery, and evaluating evidence for hearings, appeals, and advisory services. You will work closely with assigned attorneys to prepare trial notebooks, assemble jury instructions, and compile witness and exhibit lists, ensuring all materials are efficiently arranged for trial.
The day-to-day work involves examining and preparing complex technical legal documents, such as complaints, motions, orders, and subpoenas, while ensuring strict adherence to rules governing style and format. You will maintain regular contact with federal agencies and law enforcement to ensure complete cooperation and timely information flow. Additionally, you will provide automated litigation support during trial preparation and courtroom presentations, utilizing various software applications and graphics hardware. This role requires the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work under extreme pressure while managing multiple case files and deadlines.
Work Environment
Work will be performed in person in Washington, D.C., onsite five days a week. The position is covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA), with pay and benefits meeting or exceeding the minimum requirements detailed in the applicable Department of Labor wage determination.
Hiring Process & Application
Applicants must be able to obtain a DOJ MBI clearance, which requires US citizenship. The role demands a combination of legal training, litigation experience, and proficiency with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. Candidates with trial experience and familiarity with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures are highly valued.
Equal Opportunity
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview current legislation, regulations, and court decisions to inform attorneys
- check_circlePrepare and process complex legal documents such as complaints, motions, and subpoenas
- check_circleMaintain case files and track the progress of pending cases to meet deadlines
- check_circleReview documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines
- check_circleProvide automated litigation support for courtroom presentations using software and hardware
- check_circleSummarize depositions and transcripts for use in discovery and motion preparation
- check_circleCompile and organize discovery materials, evidence exhibits, and witness lists for trial
- check_circleConduct legal research and verify citations using online legal resources
- check_circleAssist attorneys in trial preparation by creating trial notebooks and jury instructions
- check_circleCoordinate with federal agencies and law enforcement to obtain case information
Requirements
- verifiedParalegal certificate, JD, or currently attending ABA-accredited law school (1 year completed)
- verifiedOne year of legal training/experience or two years of college education
- verifiedOne year of litigation paralegal experience
- verifiedBasic legal knowledge and standard legal citation skills
- verifiedExperience with LEXIS and Westlaw
- verifiedFamiliarity with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures
- verifiedUS citizenship required
- verifiedDOJ MBI clearance obtainable
Nice to Have
Trial experience. Automated litigation support experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleUnique flexible time off benefit
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A Paralegal at CACI International Inc is responsible for the following: Review current legislation, regulations, and court decisions to inform attorneys; Prepare and process complex legal documents such as complaints, motions, and subpoenas; Maintain case files and track the progress of pending cases to meet deadlines; and Review documents for relevance and privilege according to established guidelines.
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CACI International Inc is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending ABA-accredited law school (1 year completed); One year of legal training/experience or two years of college education; One year of litigation paralegal experience; Basic legal knowledge and standard legal citation skills; Experience with LEXIS and Westlaw; and Familiarity with ESI tools and eDiscovery procedures.
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Paralegal at CACI International Inc is based in 1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States. This is a on-site role.
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CACI International Inc has listed this Paralegal role as on-site.
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Candidates for Paralegal at CACI International Inc should have entry level.
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Key skills for Paralegal at CACI International Inc include Legal Research; Lexis; Westlaw; E-Discovery; Esi Tools; Document Review; File Management Systems; and Word Processing.
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About CACI International Inc
CACI International Inc., a Reston, Virginia-based IT services and IT consulting firm, provides specialized expertise and technology solutions to address critical national security challenges. With a team of 27,000 professionals, the company supports government and defense clients through innovative approaches to complex problems. Operating within the IT services industry, CACI emphasizes a culture of integrity and operational excellence, reflected in its recognition as a Fortune World’s Most Admired Company. The organization is listed among the Fortune 500 Largest Companies and is included in the Russell 1000 Index and S&P MidCap 400 Index. CACI prioritizes diversity and inclusion, maintaining an equal opportunity employment policy that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. For further details, visit the company’s website.
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