Legal Assistant (Office Automation)

LegalPart-time

This position supports Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSA) by providing legal assistance and office support services.

Examining, preparing and processing a variety of technical legal documents, e.g., complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels;
Proofreading and cite checking legal briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents;
Assisting attorneys in trial preparation by conducting non-complex research of litigation, statutes, regulations and court cases;
Assembling exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents;
Maintaining calendar of assigned active cases;
Tracking filing, hearing, and trials dates, and scheduling conference and interviews;
Arranging travel by preparing itinerary and securing transportation and hotel reservations;
Producing a variety of written documents and materials using a wide range of office software applications.

To be eligible at the GS-5 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level; or four years of education above the high school level; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below.
To be eligible at the GS-6 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level.
To be eligible at the GS-7 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level.

GS-5: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level; or four years of education above the high school level; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below.
GS-6: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level.
GS-7: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level.

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

The schedule for this position is flexible and may vary depending on the needs of the department.

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