Senior Litigation Paralegal
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
You will serve as a Senior Litigation Paralegal supporting the Department of Justice's Environment and Natural Resources Division. This client-facing position is critical to the division's work on Fifth Amendment takings cases, with a primary focus on Rails to Trails liability and valuation trials. You will partner closely with attorneys to manage complex factual and legal research, document analysis, and trial support, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of high-stakes litigation.
The role involves a dynamic mix of investigative work and courtroom preparation. You will travel to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and other sites to collect historical documents, maps, and public records. A significant portion of your day will be dedicated to analyzing title and deed data, utilizing GIS tools to identify parcels on historical maps, and assisting contractors with mapping efforts. You will also play a key role in the discovery process, managing document production, indexing exhibits, and preparing detailed reports on case progress and research findings.
Beyond research, you will provide direct support during depositions and trials, including preparing exhibits, tracking case files, and assisting attorneys in the courtroom. The position requires maintaining meticulous records that may be used for written or verbal testimony regarding your research and conclusions. This role is contingent on funding and represents a consistent opportunity within CACI's legal support services.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you will be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose: to ensure the safety of our nation. We foster a culture of integrity and an environment of trust, valuing the unique contributions every employee brings to our company and our customers.
We offer the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and provide access to robust learning resources to help you achieve your ambitions. Together, we advance our nation's most critical missions, build on a lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and our legacy.
This position requires a minimum clearance of DOJ MBI and U.S. citizenship. The hiring process involves a review of qualifications, including a paralegal certificate or equivalent legal training, and verification of the ability to obtain the required security clearance. Candidates will be evaluated on their experience with litigation support tools, legal research capabilities, and their ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.
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.
Work model: On-site
1628, 5th Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Experience as a Title Examiner or a background in real estate records (property law). In-court trial support experience. Experience with automated litigation support tools such as Relativity, Trial Director, OnCue, etc. Experience working with expert witnesses. Familiarity with GIS tools valued, e.g., ESRI mapping software. Ability to travel, generally no more than 10% of the time.