Job Family :

Investigation Consulting

Travel Required :

None

Clearance Required :

Active Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do :

Guidehouse is recruiting General Paralegals / Analysts to outwit complexity and be a part of our fast-growing litigation and investigation support practice. Every organization today faces complexity across multiple levels on a frequent basis. And navigating these challenges and opportunities demands more than the one-dimensional maps, tools, or solutions of the past. You need a guide with an understanding of your industry and the proven experience to navigate the changing terrain ahead. Join our team supporting the Department of Justice and guide our customers through the complexities associated with data proliferation and the growing technical and legal challenges of eDiscovery.

The General Paralegal / Analyst provides litigation and analyst support to the Criminal Justice Information Law Unit with professional, accurate, timely and reliable support assisting attorneys through all phases of litigation. As a member of this team, the General Paralegal / Analyst will be capable of performing the following duties:

• Research, analyze and compile information pertaining to federal and state statues.

• Research and locate responsive information and identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles.

• Draft written correspondence to internal and external components, research policies, and communicate with external state and federal agencies.

• Synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; reviewing case related materials; and identifying potentially conflicting statements or areas requiring further investigation.

• Maintain documentation of records produced in discovery, correspondence sent, and case management functions performed.

• Design, generate, and transmit reports regarding case assignments and productivity using case management databases.

• Write preliminary drafts of legal memoranda and correspondence.

What You Will Need :

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET federal security clearance.

• TWO (2) or more years of general litigation and legal analysis experience.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Successful completion of Paralegal degree or certificate.

• Knowledge of Federal Law Enforcement policies and procedures.

• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.

• Experience conducting legal analysis.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Knowledge of legal research tools, such as LexisNexis, Westlaw, and PACER.

• Experience with all phases of litigation, including assisting with discovery requests and responses; drafting motions and briefs; organizing exhibits, and assisting at trial.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and hands-on familiarity with computer platforms that assist with document review and case management.

• A general knowledge of ESI tools and e-discovery procedures and resources is desired.

• Experience performing Paralegal functions including moderately complex legal research; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorneys.

• Experience assisting 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.

• Experience reviewing materials in discovery for relevancy and privilege and preparing privilege logs.

• Experience assisting the drafting and issuing of preservation notices and litigation holds.

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.