Supervisory Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Oversees work and provides updates on progress.

• Ensures that the work of paralegals and support staff meets contractual and attorney standards and is submitted punctually.

• Identifies issues and conducts quality control checks.

• Capable of developing administrative and technical processes to accomplish tasks efficiently.

• Reports to the Project Supervisor or Project Manager; may also maintain significant interactions with the COR, Government Case Manager, trial attorneys, client agency personnel, and opposing counsel.

• Conducts complex legal and factual research.

• Creates and implements systems and procedures for tracking, controlling, and managing case files, exhibits, and other case-specific documents.

• Aids trial staff in coordinating with expert witnesses and litigation consultants.

• Facilitates access to relevant DOJ libraries and other legal research facilities.

• Collaborates with other Contractor support teams, including data processing support staff, to achieve project objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Public Trust clearance before starting (candidates do not need to be cleared at the time of application).

• Authorized to work within the United States.

• Capable of working efficiently in a fully remote setting.

• Must possess a paralegal certificate; only the Contracting Officer can grant a waiver for this requirement.

• At least three years of experience as a litigation paralegal, including trial involvement.

• A minimum of one year’s experience with automated litigation support.

• Should have supervisory experience, demonstrating strong communication skills to effectively engage with clients and attorneys.

• Requires a solid understanding of federal and state court systems, legal research methodologies, and legal research resources.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.

• Must have practical experience with various computer applications, including word processing, databases (like document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging software.

• Ability to consistently produce high-quality work under significant pressure is critical.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• 401(k) plan.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• 11 Paid Federal Holidays.

• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off.