Legal Clerk II

TITLE: Legal Clerk II - United States Attorney's Office LOCATION: Madison, WI SECURITY CLEARANCE: MBI About KACE: When you make the decision to join KACE, you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nation’s safety, security, and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employee…it’s The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven, forward focused, open-minded, trustworthy and invested. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference! About the Role: The United States Attorney’s Office in the Western District of Wisconsin (USAO-WIW), along with its law enforcement partners, conducts federal investigations and prosecutions in multiple areas, including civil rights violations, financial crimes, health care fraud, internet crimes, narcotics and money laundering, crimes against children, and violent crimes What you will do: Manage intake and organization of documents and electronic information (in a wide variety of formats) obtained in connection with complex investigations. Note deficiencies in case materials, e.g., missing documents, conflicting statements, and request further investigation by personnel to correct deficiencies. Process documents/information (e.g., redact and Bates number) with existing United States Department of Justice tools Analyze investigative materials using existing United States Department of Justice tools and resources and prepare and log discovery. Prepare a variety of discovery-related documents, process documents upon receipt, and perform necessary follow-up. Prepare Grand Jury and trial exhibits in coordination with Automated Litigation Support (ALS) personnel using PowerPoint, Keynote, and/or Trial Director or similar trial presentation software. Prepare subpoenas for trials, hearings, and Grand Jury and assist in managing witnesses for each of those proceedings. Research, analyze, and summarize relevant legal precedents for applicability to assigned cases. Maintain regular contact with the applicable agency contacts to ensure provision of complete and timely cooperation in all aspects of assigned cases. Monitor pending case progress and initiate action to ensure that legal pleadings, forms, reports, correspondence, and other documents are prepared and submitted within established deadlines. Keep appropriate staff members informed about the status of cases with the most current information. Assignments vary based on the case and tasks that are performed in close collaboration with the case attorneys and other government personnel. The paralegal may also perform a variety of administrative duties both in support of Assistant United States Attorney’s (AUSAs) and the mission of the USAO. Minimum Qualifications & Skills: A minimum of a paralegal degree or certificate or at least two years of litigation paralegal experience required; trial experience desired, but not required. Attention to detail and the ability to read and follow directions. Good oral and written communications skills. Ability to pass a minimum background investigation including financials. For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany.com KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. KACE is a professional services firm with over 1,000 employees and counting across the United States. At KACE, we are making our nation safer and more productive. We specialize in providing critical technical and professional support for national security, public safety and government operations. For more than four decades, our analysts and experts have helped government agencies at every level detect and deter a wide variety of threats, advance public safety and health initiatives, and support government operations. And today, we are enhancing agencies’ ability to anticipate future threats and challenges—and deploy the tools and strategies to succeed in the landscape of tomorrow. When it comes to mission-focused capabilities and government technology solutions, KACE delivers the critical expertise agencies need. The health and safety of our employees and contractors continues to be our top priority as we face the challenges associated with COVID-19. KACE is continually monitoring the pandemic circumstances and making changes as appropriate given country, state and local guidelines.

Salary : $46,100 - $58,400