Law Clerk Ii

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Law Clerk II

The candidate's position entails initially working with the section's Rail to Trail cases. Then a transition into assisting the Environmental Enforcement Section and Office of Environmental Justice with their cases. The work will further involve; Works under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Manager performing complex legal research; preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.; reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation. Acts independently and/or as a team leader on larger projects. Responsibilities may include acting as primary interface with trial attorneys, experts, and other client staff. Must be able to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance. Must have law degree. Only the Contracting Office can approve a waiver to the law degree requirement, such as comparable combination of education and experience. Must have 2-3 years of progressively more responsible experience on litigation support projects including proven capabilities and communication skills to successfully interact with clients and attorneys. Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources required. Excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw required. Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging. Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. Prior experience with real estate law preferred.

Additional Information

Ref: R0073360

Company info

Amentum Services, Inc.
20501 Seneca Meadows Pkwy Suite 300
Germantown
Maryland
United States 20876
Website : https://www.amentum.com