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Cameo Consulting Group

Paralegal/Legal Assistant II (Litigation Support)

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$61,331 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

The contractor shall provide all management, supervision and personnel required to furnish a Document Management Analyst as directed by this document to perform the work described in this SOW. The district requires one (1) contractor, specified for the location below. Paralegal/Legal Assistant II (Litigation Support) 1 -
Full Time:
Grand Rapids, Michigan. The period of performance for the contract will be a base period of one (1) year from the date of award, followed by three (3) option years.. The contractor will perform a variety of litigation support services in support of the investigation and prosecution of cases under the USAO's Affirmative Civil Enforcement program.
Most investigations involve:
(1) monetary fraud against a multitude of federal programs or (2) civil violations of statutes such as the Controlled Substances Act and various civil rights and environmental laws. There is a special emphasis on fraud matters involving federal health care programs including Medicare and Medicaid. The contractor will report to the Civil Division Chief of the USAO. Among the services to be provided are the following:  Develop an understanding of applicable federal, state and local statutes, regulations, and guidance to the extent necessary to make sound decisions regarding the handling of data and records. Follow USAO policies and protocols for the management of case data and records.  Work closely with Automated Litigation Support (ALS) staff to manage case data, including through the use of database software and other available technology. Assist with monitoring, quality control and 2 verifying user input and output to automated litigation support systems. Troubleshoot, test and implement automated litigation support software, policies and procedures.  Organize and maintain documents and evidence for efficient automated storage and retrieval, including through the use of computer-assisted litigation support systems.  Create and administer document review databases. Ensure the timely flow and availability of documents and electronic evidence collections, as well as the quality of database content.  Identify software packages such as: databases, spreadsheets and word processing applications based on the effectiveness of (1) presenting complex and voluminous evidence, (2) producing graphic demonstrative evidence, and (3) meeting individual user needs. Utilize the tools provided by DOJ.  Collect, process, cull, load, organize, index, log, track, produce, and present case data using various software programs.  Utilize software tools to extract file information, create images of files, and place file images and other file data into document review platforms.  Create reports to track electronic discovery processing and production.  Draft and review technical specifications for production requests and responses.  Review and analyze documents and information produced in investigations and discovery.  Monitor compliance with litigation hold requirements.  Use software programs, computer equipment, and audio/video equipment to assist AUSAs in presentations and trials (i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, CaseMap, Trial Director or other trial presentation software).  Assist in obtaining or employing forensic and vendor services to gather and analyze evidence and prepare exhibits.  Maintain expertise on available e-discovery and litigation support systems.  Provide assistance and information to Civil Division staff regarding the effective use of document and data processing and review platforms.  Work independently with representatives from law firms to resolve technical questions, address compatibility issues, and ensure timely and seamless document productions and reviews.  Build and maintain excellent relationships with ALS staff, Assistant United States Attorneys, federal agents, Civil Division paralegals, other support staff, and law firms.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
 Strong technical background with computers, scanners, and data storage devices and equipment.  Knowledge of current litigation technology tools and processes, such as document imaging, database management and design, optical character recognition, electronically stored information processing, and technology-assisted review;  Experience using electronic document review platforms such as Eclipse and Relativity in the context of litigation.  Experience using document management and presentation platforms such as Concordance, Sanction and Trial Director in the context of litigation or trials.  Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.  Undergraduate degree is preferred.  Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, e.g.) and Apple software and devices. Preferred candidates will have experience using E Cameo Consulting Group, LLC is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status View all jobs at this company