Job Title- Paralegal/Legal Assistant Job location- Portland, Maine, United States Job Type- Onsite, Full time (Contract)
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Description We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team at the Portland, ME US Attorney's Office. This is a one-year contract role , offering an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys in the prosecution of federal cases. Your responsibilities will include comprehensive support including legal memorandums, pleading, discovery, briefs, bankruptcy petitions, case management and other paralegal-based services.
Responsibilities
- Provide Apprentice examination of legal instruments
- Review legal instruments (completeness of information, proper execution)
- Provides direct support to Litigation Support Unit, attorneys and paralegals regarding functional and administrative duties as needed
- Determine correctness of action (per Government regulations, procedures, etc).
- Research records (to ascertain conditions that might preclude action)
- Assists with various tasks within the Litigation Support Unit on a daily basis to include the processing of data and evidence for cases and the completion of discovery productions
- Assist with the preparation of trial and hearing presentations and demonstratives
- Collects and compiles statistical data as necessary for various reports
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant in a law firm or government agency
- Two-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
- U.S. Citizenship and a 7 year minimum background investigation
- Proficiency with numerous software and databases including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Eclipse, Trial Director, Casemap and Quickbooks
- Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly gather and synthesize information
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately proofread legal documents
- Knowledge of federal court procedures and familiarity with case management systems
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with attorneys, clients, and external parties
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
About Morae Global Corporation Morae Global Corporation provides comprehensive legal and compliance solutions to law departments, compliance teams and law firms. Morae’s team of experts is comprised of some of the most seasoned and knowledgeable professionals in the legal industry who are trusted to transform legal ecosystems worldwide. Core service lines include information governance and discovery, advisory and alternative legal resourcing, and digital transformation solutions. Morae has offices around the world, including in Abu Dhabi, Bangalore, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Maastricht, New York, Sydney, Washington, D.C., and Zurich. For more information, visit moraeglobal.com. Our privacy policy can be found here https://www.moraeglobal.com/privacy-policy.
