CGS
Government Contracting
LawClerk
“Law Clerk at CGS. Skills: Legal research, Cite checking, Document review. Perform complex legal research. Assist in preparing draft legal documents”
Industry & Context.
Current or active clearance.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted., Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources., Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw., Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book., Experience performing complex legal research., Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging., Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure.
Nice to Have
Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment., Experience with Relativity., Publication of legal writings., Participation in Law Review., Current or active clearance.
What You'll Do.
Perform complex legal research
Assist in preparing draft legal documents
Review and conduct research for ROI
Review new cases and conduct research
Edit previously submitted final decisions
Write/research legal opinions
Edit and review cases for issuance
Respond to citizen letters
Brief attorneys regarding legal issues
Assist attorneys with litigation phases
Cite checking via online tools
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager.; Appreciate collaboration.; Anticipate the needs of others.; Brief attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.; Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.
Communication Scope
Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.; Responds to citizen letters
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