Legal Administrative Specialist (Case Manager)

Quick Facts

• Case Manager providing legal and administrative support to AUSAs on complex criminal/civil matters
• Manages discovery and assists with case development, hearing/trial preparation, and courtroom presentations
• Handles discovery/evidence in multiple formats and supports exhibit presentation and logistics

Description

You will serve as a Case Manager, delivering legal and administrative services to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs). The role includes preparing and managing discovery, supporting case development activities, assisting case teams with hearings and trials, conducting legal research and writing, and providing general administrative support. Work expands in complexity as training and experience progress.

Responsibilities

• Manage discovery in paper, PDF, image, audio, video, forensic reports, proprietary files, and other electronic formats
• Organize and prepare summaries of witness statements/testimony, recordings, and documentary evidence
• Compose and proof correspondence using specialized terminology and knowledge of legal procedures (without requiring legal interpretations)
• Consult with case team members and Litigation Support personnel to understand discovery/evidence review requirements
• Independently prepare discovery productions or coordinate production with staff/vendors to meet deadlines
• Provide general administrative support for assigned cases and support AUSAs during court proceedings by using trial presentation software/equipment to display exhibits/demonstratives, maintain exhibits accounting in the evidence accounting system, and manage witnesses

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or National
• Satisfactory pre-employment adjudication: fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing; continued employment requires favorable background investigation
• Registered for Selective Service, if applicable
• Must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period if selected
• Qualify at GS-07 or GS-09 level through specialized experience, qualifying graduate education, or a combination (plus GS-07/GS-09 specific criteria)

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package, including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
• Relocation expenses may be authorized; recruitment/relocation incentive may be considered based on qualifications