Paralegal Assistant

1 week ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Federal Public Defender, Iowa N & S Full time
Job Description

The Federal Public Defender for the Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa seeks a highly skilled Paralegal to join its team in the Des Moines office.

About Us

The Federal Public Defender Office operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act (18 U.S.C. 3006A) to represent individuals who are unable to afford counsel and are prosecuted in our federal courts. Our office is committed to serving the distinct needs of these individuals with a diverse group of dedicated professionals who collaborate with, listen to, and advocate on behalf of one another.

Job Responsibilities

The Paralegal will provide support services to staff attorneys, including all aspects of case preparation and file management, gathering, organizing, summarizing, and indexing of electronic and paper documents and discovery material, assisting with client contact, assisting attorneys at hearings and trials, and litigation support services using advanced software programs.

Requirements and Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Paralegal, a person must be a high school graduate or the equivalent and must have a minimum of three years general and three years specialized experience. Some higher education may be substituted for general experience. Must have a working knowledge of law office operations, legal practices, methods, and techniques. Must possess an understanding of paralegal and secretarial duties in a legal environment and excel at proofreading legal documents. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the ability to perform the above, the successful applicant will be proficient with computers, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and legal research tools such as Lexis and Westlaw. Knowledge of e-discovery management, data review platforms, and indexing software such as dTSearch and TrialDirector, are a plus and should be noted in your cover letter.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time position with a starting salary range of grade JSP-11/1 to JSP-14/1, commensurate with experience. Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Some telework may be authorized, depending on the successful candidate's experience and other considerations.

Background Check

The selected candidate will be subject to a background check or investigation as a condition of employment. Employment will be considered provisional until a satisfactory background check and favorable suitability determination is confirmed.

Electronically submit resume, three references, and a cover letter in one PDF by October 11, 2024, to Denise_Fest@fd.org. The email subject line must read: Des Moines Paralegal 2406. Only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.


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