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  • Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal C... Read More
    Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. * The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: * Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; * Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; * Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; * Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; * Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; * Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; * Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; * Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; * Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; * Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. * Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; * Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; * Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; * Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); * Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; * Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; * Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; * Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; * Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; * Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; * Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; * Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; * Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; * Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; * Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; * Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; * Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; * Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; * Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); * Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few * Qualifications: * Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. * At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. * At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. * Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. * The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal C... Read More
    Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. * The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: * Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; * Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; * Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; * Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; * Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; * Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; * Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; * Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; * Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; * Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. * Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; * Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; * Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; * Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); * Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; * Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; * Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; * Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; * Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; * Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; * Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; * Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; * Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; * Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; * Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; * Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; * Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; * Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; * Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); * Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few * Qualifications: * Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. * At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. * At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. * Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. * The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Legal Assistant  

    - Tampa
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department:... Read More
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: The Contractor shall provide two legal assistants to perform the following job duties to support attorneys, investigators, and paralegals: Provide a variety of direct legal support assistance services to include: * Receive and review incoming material and independently determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, trial subpoenas and grand jury subpoenas. In preparation of documents, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. * Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents such as motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings. Complete variable aspects of preparing recurring legal documents that conform to the rules governing their style and format. * Electronically file documents on behalf of and at the directive of the attorneys with the appropriate state or federal court, applying knowledge of local court rules and practices. * Provide assistance with trial preparation by performing duties such as independently compiling trial notebooks and witness and exhibit lists. * Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns. Aid in processing and organizing legal data and other supportive material. Organize, process and copy documents in accordance with requirements. Assemble record materials for court filings. * Compose original letters that 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. Provide a variety of ancillary office support functions requiring some subject-matter knowledge of the United States Attorneys programs and operations. Typical assignments may include the following: * Perform docketing duties such as opening, updating and closing cases through use of the automated case tracking system. As necessary, searches database for required information. * Obligate funds for litigation expenses and monitors for continued necessity. * Review bills and invoices and submits to budget office for payment. * Maintain calendar of assigned active cases. Track filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Develop and maintain suspense system for ongoing cases and informs the attorneys of pending dates and deadlines. Maintain calendar(s) of the attorney(s), scheduling appointments, interviews, and conferences, and provides reminders of commitments and court appearances. * Assemble the physical files and electronic files for new cases by filing materials in chronological order, preparing and printing conflict of interest sheets for assigned attorneys, and numbering the initial case materials and discovery. Upon receipt, send additional discovery to outside parties as directed by the assigned attorney. * Prepare files for closing by putting the documents in chronological order, ensuring that the relevant documents are in the file, and prepare a closing sheet for the assigned attorney's signature. * Receive visitors, answer telephone and refer callers to staff members or take messages as appropriate. Deliver to and retrieve papers from the federal courthouse. Furnish requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions and general procedures of the office. Determine which matters should be referred to the AUSA and the urgency of the matter. * Attend meetings and trainings as may be required and appropriate. * Produce a variety of written documents and materials utilizing a wide range of office software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, Adobe Acrobat Professional or other databases. For example, assignments may include integrating output from different software types, e.g., tables produced by database applications and charts and graphs produced by electronic spreadsheet applications, into word processing or desktop publishing text. Products include complicated tables, graphs and charts, which may be incorporated into legal documents or courtroom presentations. Ensures all documents contain the proper format, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. * When appropriate, provide automated litigation assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations, including transcribing dictation. Utilize various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Prepare documents, charts, and visual materials used in trials. Provide technical support e.g., enlarging charts and photographs, duplicating tapes and videos, and marking exhibits. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: * At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. * Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. * Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. * Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. * Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] #CJ $45,000 - $55,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Digital Forensic Analyst I  

    - New York City
    Digital Forensic Analyst Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Depar... Read More
    Digital Forensic Analyst Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Forensics CGS is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst whose primary focus will be on the preservation & collection of mobile device and cloud-stored data. This candidate should be fluent in a broad range of forensic technologies and interested in taking on a primary role in a quickly expanding forensics department. This position will include travel for on-site collection efforts as well as an in-office presence at the primary firm office which includes the forensics lab and data center. This firm prioritizes a lean-team approach and a very employee-centric culture that encourages professional growth and active roles for all team members. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * Perform forensic data collection and basic forensic analysis in both on-site and remote capacity * Coordinate directly with legal teams/client IT departments to understand project scope * Maintain forensic tool set by staying current on version updates and new options in the market * Work closely with project management and other team members on completing complex projects in a fast pace, deadline-driven environment * Assist in developing, documenting, and refining procedures to accomplish discovery process requirements * Manage all chain of custody best practices associated with the rules of evidence * Consistently adhere to standard operating procedures * Perform quality checks on work products prior to delivering to the client * Complete additional duties assigned by the manager including general IT functions Qualifications: * Minimum of an undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering * 1+ years of relevant experience in where the analyst understands the forensic lifecycle and can properly perform scoping activities, evidence acquisitions on a range of devices, and execute forensic analysis at an intermediate level * Experience using industry standard forensic tools such as: * EnCase * Cellebrite * Oxygen * FTK Imager * MacQuisition * X1 Social Discovery * Logicube Falcon * General understanding of Mac/Windows filesystems, mobile devices, and encryption * Experience preserving desktops, laptops, mobile devices/tablets, servers, both cloud and on-premise email implementations, nontraditional cloud data sources, social media, etc. in a forensically sound manner * Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in both verbally and in written format to team members and technical/non-technical clients * Ability to work extended hours when necessary to ensure client deadlines are met * Ability to demonstrate superior organizational skills with acute attention to detail * Must be willing to travel regularly on short notice; must have a valid passport for occasional international travel * Must be an energetic self-starter who can work within a team environment but also independently as the situation requires * Ability to document forensic workflows based on sound industry practice * Willingness to develop/train other team members to increase the group's overall knowledge base as well as cultivate secondary resources to assist in larger collection events * Strong troubleshooting skills coupled with the ability to solve on the fly to solve complex problems Ideally, you will also have: * Understanding of the electronic discovery reference model (EDRM) * Possess at least one industry-standard certification (EnCE, CCE, CCFE, GCFE, GCFA, CCO, CCPA, CCME, etc.) * General knowledge of litigation support applications (e.g. Relativity, Concordance, Nuix, LAW PreDiscovery, etc.) * Experience working with structured data exported from various platforms including analysis, custom scripting, and data manipulation to develop reports for client use * Understanding of (Robo/Rich) copy tools, BAT (PowerShell) scripting, and Active Directory * Experience with scripting, programming/coding, and database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access) Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] Forensic Analyst Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Forensics CGS is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst whose primary focus will be on the preservation & collection of mobile device and cloud-stored data. This candidate should be fluent in a broad range of forensic technologies and interested in taking on a primary role in a quickly expanding forensics department. This position will include travel for on-site collection efforts as well as an in-office presence at the primary firm office which includes the forensics lab and data center. This firm prioritizes a lean-team approach and a very employee-centric culture that encourages professional growth and active roles for all team members. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * Perform forensic data collection and basic forensic analysis in both on-site and remote capacity * Coordinate directly with legal teams/client IT departments to understand project scope * Maintain forensic tool set by staying current on version updates and new options in the market * Work closely with project management and other team members on completing complex projects in a fast pace, deadline-driven environment * Assist in developing, documenting, and refining procedures to accomplish discovery process requirements * Manage all chain of custody best practices associated with the rules of evidence * Consistently adhere to standard operating procedures * Perform quality checks on work products prior to delivering to the client * Complete additional duties assigned by the manager including general IT functions Qualifications: * Minimum of an undergraduate degree, preferably in Digital Forensic Science or Computer Science/Engineering * 1+ years of relevant experience in where the analyst understands the forensic lifecycle and can properly perform scoping activities, evidence acquisitions on a range of devices, and execute forensic analysis at an intermediate level * Experience using industry standard forensic tools such as: * EnCase * Cellebrite * Oxygen * FTK Imager * MacQuisition * X1 Social Discovery * Logicube Falcon * General understanding of Mac/Windows filesystems, mobile devices, and encryption * Experience preserving desktops, laptops, mobile devices/tablets, servers, both cloud and on-premise email implementations, nontraditional cloud data sources, social media, etc. in a forensically sound manner * Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in both verbally and in written format to team members and technical/non-technical clients * Ability to work extended hours when necessary to ensure client deadlines are met * Ability to demonstrate superior organizational skills with acute attention to detail * Must be willing to travel regularly on short notice; must have a valid passport for occasional international travel * Must be an energetic self-starter who can work within a team environment but also independently as the situation requires * Ability to document forensic workflows based on sound industry practice * Willingness to develop/train other team members to increase the group's overall knowledge base as well as cultivate secondary resources to assist in larger collection events * Strong troubleshooting skills coupled with the ability to solve on the fly to solve complex problems Ideally, you will also have: * Understanding of the electronic discovery reference model (EDRM) * Possess at least one industry-standard certification (EnCE, CCE, CCFE, GCFE, GCFA, CCO, CCPA, CCME, etc.) * General knowledge of litigation support applications (e.g. Relativity, Concordance, Nuix, LAW PreDiscovery, etc.) * Experience working with structured data exported from various platforms including analysis, custom scripting, and data manipulation to develop reports for client use * Understanding of (Robo/Rich) copy tools, BAT (PowerShell) scripting, and Active Directory * Experience with scripting, programming/coding, and database languages (SQL, VB, HTML, Access) Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] #CJ $80,000 - $120,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal C... Read More
    Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. * The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: * Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; * Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; * Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; * Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; * Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; * Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; * Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; * Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; * Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; * Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. * Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; * Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; * Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; * Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); * Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; * Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; * Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; * Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; * Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; * Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; * Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; * Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; * Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; * Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; * Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; * Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; * Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; * Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; * Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); * Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few * Qualifications: * Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. * At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. * At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. * Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. * The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Legal Assistant  

    - Los Angeles
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department:... Read More
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: The Contractor shall provide two legal assistants to perform the following job duties to support attorneys, investigators, and paralegals: Provide a variety of direct legal support assistance services to include: * Receive and review incoming material and independently determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, trial subpoenas and grand jury subpoenas. In preparation of documents, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. * Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents such as motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings. Complete variable aspects of preparing recurring legal documents that conform to the rules governing their style and format. * Electronically file documents on behalf of and at the directive of the attorneys with the appropriate state or federal court, applying knowledge of local court rules and practices. * Provide assistance with trial preparation by performing duties such as independently compiling trial notebooks and witness and exhibit lists. * Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns. Aid in processing and organizing legal data and other supportive material. Organize, process and copy documents in accordance with requirements. Assemble record materials for court filings. * Compose original letters that 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. Provide a variety of ancillary office support functions requiring some subject-matter knowledge of the United States Attorneys programs and operations. Typical assignments may include the following: * Perform docketing duties such as opening, updating and closing cases through use of the automated case tracking system. As necessary, searches database for required information. * Obligate funds for litigation expenses and monitors for continued necessity. * Review bills and invoices and submits to budget office for payment. * Maintain calendar of assigned active cases. Track filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Develop and maintain suspense system for ongoing cases and informs the attorneys of pending dates and deadlines. Maintain calendar(s) of the attorney(s), scheduling appointments, interviews, and conferences, and provides reminders of commitments and court appearances. * Assemble the physical files and electronic files for new cases by filing materials in chronological order, preparing and printing conflict of interest sheets for assigned attorneys, and numbering the initial case materials and discovery. Upon receipt, send additional discovery to outside parties as directed by the assigned attorney. * Prepare files for closing by putting the documents in chronological order, ensuring that the relevant documents are in the file, and prepare a closing sheet for the assigned attorney's signature. * Receive visitors, answer telephone and refer callers to staff members or take messages as appropriate. Deliver to and retrieve papers from the federal courthouse. Furnish requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions and general procedures of the office. Determine which matters should be referred to the AUSA and the urgency of the matter. * Attend meetings and trainings as may be required and appropriate. * Produce a variety of written documents and materials utilizing a wide range of office software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, Adobe Acrobat Professional or other databases. For example, assignments may include integrating output from different software types, e.g., tables produced by database applications and charts and graphs produced by electronic spreadsheet applications, into word processing or desktop publishing text. Products include complicated tables, graphs and charts, which may be incorporated into legal documents or courtroom presentations. Ensures all documents contain the proper format, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. * When appropriate, provide automated litigation assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations, including transcribing dictation. Utilize various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Prepare documents, charts, and visual materials used in trials. Provide technical support e.g., enlarging charts and photographs, duplicating tapes and videos, and marking exhibits. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: * At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. * Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. * Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. * Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. * Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] #CJ $45,000 - $55,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Legal Assistant  

    - Atlanta
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department:... Read More
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: The Contractor shall provide two legal assistants to perform the following job duties to support attorneys, investigators, and paralegals: Provide a variety of direct legal support assistance services to include: * Receive and review incoming material and independently determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, trial subpoenas and grand jury subpoenas. In preparation of documents, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. * Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents such as motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings. Complete variable aspects of preparing recurring legal documents that conform to the rules governing their style and format. * Electronically file documents on behalf of and at the directive of the attorneys with the appropriate state or federal court, applying knowledge of local court rules and practices. * Provide assistance with trial preparation by performing duties such as independently compiling trial notebooks and witness and exhibit lists. * Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns. Aid in processing and organizing legal data and other supportive material. Organize, process and copy documents in accordance with requirements. Assemble record materials for court filings. * Compose original letters that 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. Provide a variety of ancillary office support functions requiring some subject-matter knowledge of the United States Attorneys programs and operations. Typical assignments may include the following: * Perform docketing duties such as opening, updating and closing cases through use of the automated case tracking system. As necessary, searches database for required information. * Obligate funds for litigation expenses and monitors for continued necessity. * Review bills and invoices and submits to budget office for payment. * Maintain calendar of assigned active cases. Track filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Develop and maintain suspense system for ongoing cases and informs the attorneys of pending dates and deadlines. Maintain calendar(s) of the attorney(s), scheduling appointments, interviews, and conferences, and provides reminders of commitments and court appearances. * Assemble the physical files and electronic files for new cases by filing materials in chronological order, preparing and printing conflict of interest sheets for assigned attorneys, and numbering the initial case materials and discovery. Upon receipt, send additional discovery to outside parties as directed by the assigned attorney. * Prepare files for closing by putting the documents in chronological order, ensuring that the relevant documents are in the file, and prepare a closing sheet for the assigned attorney's signature. * Receive visitors, answer telephone and refer callers to staff members or take messages as appropriate. Deliver to and retrieve papers from the federal courthouse. Furnish requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions and general procedures of the office. Determine which matters should be referred to the AUSA and the urgency of the matter. * Attend meetings and trainings as may be required and appropriate. * Produce a variety of written documents and materials utilizing a wide range of office software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, Adobe Acrobat Professional or other databases. For example, assignments may include integrating output from different software types, e.g., tables produced by database applications and charts and graphs produced by electronic spreadsheet applications, into word processing or desktop publishing text. Products include complicated tables, graphs and charts, which may be incorporated into legal documents or courtroom presentations. Ensures all documents contain the proper format, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. * When appropriate, provide automated litigation assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations, including transcribing dictation. Utilize various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Prepare documents, charts, and visual materials used in trials. Provide technical support e.g., enlarging charts and photographs, duplicating tapes and videos, and marking exhibits. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: * At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. * Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. * Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. * Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. * Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] #CJ $45,000 - $55,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal C... Read More
    Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. * The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: * Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; * Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; * Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; * Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; * Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; * Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; * Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; * Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; * Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; * Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. * Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; * Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; * Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; * Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); * Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; * Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; * Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; * Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; * Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; * Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; * Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; * Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; * Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; * Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; * Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; * Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; * Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; * Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; * Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); * Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few * Qualifications: * Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. * At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. * At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. * Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. * The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal C... Read More
    Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of the company's portfolio. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: * The Contractor shall provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support reporting to the OGC and will be detailed to assist LITB or IALB. Work products are reviewed prior to submission; however, personnel resources provided by Contractor shall often develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. Personnel assigned to this task must have the ability to adjust to changing priorities and work well under pressure. * The General Paralegal Task includes but is not limited to the following: * Contractor shall receive, prioritize, and process requests such as document review or requests for advice or legal technical assistance; * Contractor shall research and locate responsive information documents and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; * Contractor shall perform typical Paralegal functions, including: moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation; * Contractor shall write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence; * Contractor shall assist in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, exhibits, etc.; conducting legal analysis, reviewing documents for relevance and privilege; and assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation; * Contractor shall review materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege; * Contractor shall prepare privilege logs; * Contractor shall maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed; * Contractor shall assist in the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds; * Contractor shall design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases. * Contractor shall analyze and interpret requests from customers; * Contractor shall research, locate, and gather material relevant to DU requests including conducting outreach and informal interviews to respond to discovery requests and interrogatories; * Contractor shall assist in preparation of declarations; * Contractor shall scan paper materials to save as an image file (e.g., .PDF); * Contractor shall conduct legal privilege reviews using Veritas eDiscovery Platform, Adobe Pro, or other discovery review platforms provided by the FBI; * Contractor shall analyze documents and media files, and proficiently apply redactions to diverse types of privileged information; * Contractor shall review the work of peers for accuracy and provide constructive edits to ensure quality and thoroughness of review and processing; * Contractor shall support and collaborate the management efforts to foster teamwork, planning and decision making; * Contractor shall organize and maintain accurate records of assigned requests. This includes keeping detailed case notes, utilizing discovery work plans, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, and entering case information and metrics into the OGC-LITB case tracking database; * Contractor shall prepare electronic and/or paper releases for release to customers; * Contractor shall provide a high degree of professionalism and customer service in all interactions with DU customers; * Contractor shall prioritize and schedule projects to accomplish objectives; * Contractor shall assist in representation efforts of the FBI in challenging situations; * Contractor shall coordinate classification reviews with subject matter experts and shall perform overlays of material returned from classification review; * Contractor shall maintain close collaboration of projects with discovery team members; * Contractor shall serve as consultant to Government employees regarding privilege application and document production; * Contractor shall communicate with employees at all levels of the FBI to complete projects with a high degree of professionalism; * Contractor shall provide weekly statuses to management and periodic updates to Assistant General Counsels and other DU customers; * Contractor shall conduct searches of FBI systems and databases to retrieve relevant documents or files (e.g., Sentinel, Internal Policy Office Policy Library and Policy Archives); * Contractor will perform legal and other research, provide support to the Legal Hold program as well as the Freeze List, and support tasks associated with information management/governance as well as technology and its intersection with the law to name a few * Qualifications: * Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. * At least two years of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. * At least one year of experience in automated litigation support. Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw. * Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems. * Role also requires hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. * The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Our Commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Phone: +1 (888) 680-5916Email: [email protected] #CJ $83,545 - $107,415 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less
  • Legal Assistant  

    - Miami
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department:... Read More
    Legal Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Legal Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success: The Contractor shall provide two legal assistants to perform the following job duties to support attorneys, investigators, and paralegals: Provide a variety of direct legal support assistance services to include: * Receive and review incoming material and independently determines the need for assembly and preparation of a variety of legal documents, e.g., charging instruments, motions, orders, pleadings, deposition notices, trial subpoenas and grand jury subpoenas. In preparation of documents, considers the nature and the status of the case involved. * Proofread and edit drafts of legal documents such as motions, orders, correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings. Complete variable aspects of preparing recurring legal documents that conform to the rules governing their style and format. * Electronically file documents on behalf of and at the directive of the attorneys with the appropriate state or federal court, applying knowledge of local court rules and practices. * Provide assistance with trial preparation by performing duties such as independently compiling trial notebooks and witness and exhibit lists. * Prepare and track grand jury subpoenas and returns. Aid in processing and organizing legal data and other supportive material. Organize, process and copy documents in accordance with requirements. Assemble record materials for court filings. * Compose original letters that 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. Provide a variety of ancillary office support functions requiring some subject-matter knowledge of the United States Attorneys programs and operations. Typical assignments may include the following: * Perform docketing duties such as opening, updating and closing cases through use of the automated case tracking system. As necessary, searches database for required information. * Obligate funds for litigation expenses and monitors for continued necessity. * Review bills and invoices and submits to budget office for payment. * Maintain calendar of assigned active cases. Track filing, hearing, and trial dates, and scheduling conferences and interviews. Develop and maintain suspense system for ongoing cases and informs the attorneys of pending dates and deadlines. Maintain calendar(s) of the attorney(s), scheduling appointments, interviews, and conferences, and provides reminders of commitments and court appearances. * Assemble the physical files and electronic files for new cases by filing materials in chronological order, preparing and printing conflict of interest sheets for assigned attorneys, and numbering the initial case materials and discovery. Upon receipt, send additional discovery to outside parties as directed by the assigned attorney. * Prepare files for closing by putting the documents in chronological order, ensuring that the relevant documents are in the file, and prepare a closing sheet for the assigned attorney's signature. * Receive visitors, answer telephone and refer callers to staff members or take messages as appropriate. Deliver to and retrieve papers from the federal courthouse. Furnish requested information concerning pending and closed matters and cases, functions and general procedures of the office. Determine which matters should be referred to the AUSA and the urgency of the matter. * Attend meetings and trainings as may be required and appropriate. * Produce a variety of written documents and materials utilizing a wide range of office software applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, Adobe Acrobat Professional or other databases. For example, assignments may include integrating output from different software types, e.g., tables produced by database applications and charts and graphs produced by electronic spreadsheet applications, into word processing or desktop publishing text. Products include complicated tables, graphs and charts, which may be incorporated into legal documents or courtroom presentations. Ensures all documents contain the proper format, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. * When appropriate, provide automated litigation assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom presentations, including transcribing dictation. Utilize various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Prepare documents, charts, and visual materials used in trials. Provide technical support e.g., enlarging charts and photographs, duplicating tapes and videos, and marking exhibits. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: * At least one year of specialized litigation experience required, however over three years is preferred. * Specialized experience is defined as experience reviewing legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, answers, pleadings, subpoenas, and libels for completeness of information; retrieving and assembling information for hearing and/or trial use, researching a variety of legal sources to obtain and/or verify information; maintaining file systems; and using automated software to produce legal related reports, documents, correspondence and related materials. * Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. * Should have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. * Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. * Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Our commitment: Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. * Health, Dental, and Vision * Life Insurance * 401k * Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) * Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/ For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact: Email: [email protected] #CJ $45,000 - $55,000 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Read Less

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