Criminal Justice Legal Assistant

AGi Mission Support Services, Inc. (AGi) is seeking a Criminal Justice Legal Assistant responsible for directly and independently supporting the Criminal Division by providing a wide variety of technical assistance services. This requires a specialized knowledge of the processes, procedures, and practices of legal assistance activities in conjunction with a knowledge of clerical and administrative office skills, and an ability to apply both knowledge and skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but not limited to):

Examines, prepares, and processes a variety of technical legal documents which are characteristically voluminous and complex in format.

Reviews incoming material and independently determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, and subpoenas.

Obtains needed information from files, law enforcement agencies, or other sources, and submits completed legal documents to the appropriate Attorney or, in limited cases, directly to the court.

With limited instructions, prepares such legal actions as complaints, correspondence, and discovery requests and responses.

Completes variable aspects of recurring legal documents in conformance with the rules governing their style and format.

Aids attorneys in trial preparation by performing duties such as independently compiling trial notebooks, assembling jury instructions, and compiling witness and exhibit lists.

Coordinates with the victim/witness specialist to ensure adherence to current Departmental guidelines relating to victims' rights and services responsibilities; Notifies appropriate individuals of victim/witness issues.

Composes original letters that do not require legal interpretations but do require a good working knowledge of legal procedures and specialized terminology, e.g.

Transmittal of pleadings, requests for extensions of time in certain cases, advising of actions taken or developments in cases referred by other federal departments and agencies, and notices to attorneys representing defendants.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED is required.

Paralegal certification or degree preferred.

Qualified typist is required (50 to 80 wpm).

Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs (I.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Ability to draft/develop detailed legal documents and correspondence.

Knowledge of the litigation process, to include court rules and procedures for prosecutions.

Demonstrate knowledge, and proficiency, in Eclipse, Case Map, Trial Director, or similar software product.

Experience providing direct clerical and administrative support assistance services to an Attorney.

Experience searching legal reference files for information and assembling exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents from file material.

Working with Us  

The foundational purpose of AGi is work that matters. AGi is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. AGi provides quality high-tech information technology services, we specialize and employ experienced technical personnel, and satisfy all customer requirements on time at a competitive price.  We understand the necessity of matching just the right person and the right technological solution to job requirements and work environment. We specialize in integration design and information management systems, as well as the placement of highly skilled and motivated personnel.

AGi, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): Minorities, Women, Veterans, and those with Disabilities.