Law Clerk

Company: FSA Federal
Location: Jackson
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises. FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Law Clerk. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO). If you are looking for a meaningful, mission driven career, Join FSA! Responsibilities Provides assistance to the attorney while reviewing the work of paralegals and clerks. Performs expert legal research and writing at a high level on extremely sophisticated issues. Reviews investigative reports from various agencies, prepares summaries of those reports, and notes matters requiring close department review. Conducts high-level analysis of facts, evidence, and legal authorities in connection with domestic and international investigations. Uses facts, evidence, and legal authorities to create persuasive legal memoranda, motions, and briefs. Drafts reports, develops training curricula, and prepares responses to Congressional and citizen correspondence. Analyzes and drafts comments regarding legislative proposals. Prepares correspondence for a variety of issues that require a government official signature. Coordinates with other support components in order to complete work requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Bar Certified with Law degree Two years' post-JD experience Experience conducting legal research using various research tools and law library resources, to include Lexis-Nexis and West Law Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills Strong organizational and prioritization skills, and ability to work with minimal supervision Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications, to include databases Ability to work in a team environment, deliver the highest quality of work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation. Agency Overview TheUnited StatesAttorney's Office (USAO) serves as the nation's principal litigators under the direction of theAttorneyGeneral.The Asset Forfeiture Section at the USAO is responsible for the prosecution of both criminal and civil actions against property used or acquired during illegal activity. Benefits Overview At FSA Federal, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program. For more information, click here. This position is not currently approved for telework and requires work to be performed onsiteConsistent with our goal of empowering people, FSA is committed to providing all employees and employment candidates the right to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment free from retaliation. FSAs employment practices are based on an individuals capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures including recruitment and hiring, promotions, transfers, and terminations, as well as compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. Our long-term success depends upon our ability to attract, retain, and develop a workforce with the knowledge and skills needed to support the vital missions of our customers. FSA is proud to maintain a drug-free workplace. Satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screening is a condition of employment. As a supplier of services to federal government agencies, such as DEA, FBI, USCIS, USPIS, etc., we also adhere to agency standards with respect to prior drug usage. Employment Type: Full Time

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