Senior Litigation Paralegal Specialist

2 months ago


WASHINGTON, United States Guidehouse Full time

Job Family:

Investigation Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is looking for Litigation Paralegal Specialist to be a part of our growing litigation and investigative support practice area.  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 Litigation Paralegal Specialist provides professional, accurate, timely and reliable paralegal support reporting to and detailed to assist the litigating teams, assisting the attorneys with all phases of litigation.  In particular, the Litigation Paralegal will support the missions of Employment and Civil Litigation teams and perform research, locate responsive information, identify relevant laws, judicial decisions, and legal articles; synopsizing transcripts of hearings and oral arguments for attorney use; review case material and identify potentially conflicting statement or areas requiring further investigation.  The work products of the Litigation Paralegals are reviewed prior to submission; however, the Litigation Paralegal will develop these products with minimal direct supervision other than written guidelines. 


What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET federal security clearance.

  • FIVE (5) or more years of relevant experience such as litigation paralegal experience or FOIA analyst experience.

  • Demonstrated working knowledge of legal research tools, such as LEXIS NEXIS, Westlaw, and Pacer. 


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • FIVE (5) or more years of relevant experience with trial experience.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Excellent Documentation Skills.

  • Successful completion of Law Degree or Paralegal Studies / Certificate

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

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

  • 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.

The annual salary range for this position is $94,900.00-$142,300.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


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.



  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Title: Senior Litigation Paralegal SpecialistGuidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal Specialist to join our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, and timely paralegal support to assist our litigating teams in all phases of litigation.Key...


  • Washington, DC, USA, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Title:Senior Litigation Paralegal SpecialistAbout the Role:Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, and timely paralegal support to assist our litigating teams.Key...


  • Washington, United States Covington & Burling LLP Full time

    Job SummaryA seasoned litigation paralegal with a proven track record of supporting complex litigation, investigation, and arbitration matters in top-tier law firms. We are seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team as a Litigation Paralegal Specialist.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with senior paralegals and attorneys to manage litigation case...


  • Washington, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job SummaryGuidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, and timely paralegal support to assist our litigating teams in all phases of litigation.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide research and analysis to...


  • Washington, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Family : Investigation Consulting Travel Required : None Clearance Required : Active Top Secret (TS) What You Will Do : Guidehouse is looking for Litigation Paralegal Specialist to be a part of our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. Every organization today faces complexity across multiple levels on a frequent basis. And...


  • Washington, United States Ark Solutions Full time

    Job Title: Senior Paralegal SpecialistArk Solutions Inc is seeking a highly skilled Senior Paralegal Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of litigation paralegal experience and a strong working knowledge of federal and state court systems.Key Responsibilities:Compiles and prepares relevant materials for attorneys in...


  • Washington, United States Addison Group Full time

    {"h1": "Litigation Paralegal Opportunity", "p": "We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our team at Addison Group. As a key member of our litigation team, you will be responsible for managing various aspects of litigation case management, including document organization, case scheduling, discovery support, and trial preparation...


  • Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Job Title: Senior Litigation ParalegalAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team at Palmer Legal Staffing. As a Senior Litigation Paralegal, you will be responsible for providing support to our attorneys in the litigation practice, including conducting research, reviewing and tracking invoices, and supervising...


  • Washington, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Overview:Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our litigation and investigative support practice area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation paralegal support, with experience in research, document review, and case management.Key Responsibilities:Provide professional, accurate, and...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Summary:Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. The successful candidate will provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support to assist the litigating teams, assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.Key...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Addison Group Full time

    Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their team in Washington, DC.Job Details:Title: Litigation Paralegal SpecialistType: Direct HireLocation: Onsite in NW Washington, DCSalary: $70,000- $85,000 depending on years of experienceBackground Check: will be run upon offerCandidate Profile and...


  • Washington, United States Guidehouse Full time

    About the RoleGuidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to join our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, and timely paralegal support to assist our litigating teams.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide research and analysis to support litigation...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job OverviewGuidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support to assist our litigating teams and attorneys with all phases of litigation.Key...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Overview:Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to join our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support to assist our litigating teams in all phases of litigation.Key Responsibilities:Provide...


  • Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Job Title: Senior Litigation ParalegalAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team at Palmer Legal Staffing. As a Senior Litigation Paralegal, you will be responsible for conducting research, supervising projects, and reviewing invoices for the group.Key Responsibilities:Conduct research and locate cases,...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Capitol Recruiters Inc. Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our team at Capitol Recruiters Inc.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, with experience working on complex cases and managing large volumes of documents. They will be responsible for conducting case management, including document and file management, case...


  • Washington, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Overview:Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support to assist our litigating teams. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping us navigate...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job SummaryGuidehouse is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal Specialist to support our growing litigation and investigative support practice area. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional, accurate, timely, and reliable paralegal support to assist our litigating teams and attorneys with all phases of litigation.Key...


  • Washington, United States Addison Group Full time

    Job Title: Litigation ParalegalWe are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our team at Addison Group. As a key member of our litigation team, you will play a critical role in managing various aspects of litigation case management, including document organization, case scheduling, discovery support, and trial preparation logistics.Key...


  • Washington, United States Covington & Burling LLP Full time

    Job SummaryA seasoned litigation paralegal with experience in complex litigation, investigation, and arbitration matters is sought by Covington & Burling LLP. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation case management, document and file management, and trial preparation.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with senior paralegals and attorneys...