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US Federal Government · 3 days ago

Legal Assistant Paralegal

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$40/hr - $40/hr

1+ years exp

US Federal Government is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant or Law Clerk for a 9-month contract position in their General Counsel's office. The role involves drafting legal documents, conducting research on legislation and regulations, and providing general litigation support.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Drafts summaries of facts and assists with the drafting of other investigative work products as assigned

Research relevant legislation, regulations and cases often involving contract, procurement, or disability issues

Edits, proofreads, and reviews a wide variety of legal, audit, and investigative documents

Enters data into excel spreadsheets of moderate complexity; some administrative duties as needed

Assist with managing meetings and events for the Office of General Counsel

Legal review, drafting memoranda and correspondence for the GC on issues related to legal taskings, litigation, and general correspondence to the public

General litigation support including Preparation of files for opposing counsel; summarizing depositions and witness statements; witness preparation and deposition coordination; preparing discovery requests; prepare exhibit binders and trial exhibits

Other administrative duties as necessary