SUMMARY

Provides support to attorneys. Under the direction of an attorney, resolves routine legal issues. Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, etc. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts legal research and assists AUSAs with the drafting of various legal documents and briefs.
• Organizes case-related documents for attorney review, discovery and trial preparation.
• Assists attorneys and legal support staff in the production of trial notebooks and/or demonstrative exhibits for trial.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or Paralegal certification. In lieu of degree, relevant work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• 5 to 8 years relevant experience required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Requires sound judgment, tact, discretion and initiative.
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office 7 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) WordPerfect, Adobe and legal tracking software.
• Confidential data and information management experience required.
• Strong familiarity with government regulations and directives pertaining to security, confidentiality, and document retention.

Compensation and Benefits package:

• Pay is: $31.20/hr
• SCA Health and Welfare Fringe: $4.23/hr paid toward employee-only medical insurance. Any remainder will be paid in cash in a bi-weekly paycheck.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k), EAP, Vacation, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Federal Holidays
• $15/week transportation stipend

COMPLIANCE

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity

Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders, and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).

Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.