Top 69 Entry level paralegal Jobs in Fairfax Va

Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the DEA
FSA Federal —Arlington, VA
- $38.77 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the DEA
FSA Federal —Arlington, VA
- $38.77 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Legal Assistant
Southern Management Companies —McLean, VA
- $44,368 - $60,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Children
- Paid jury duty
- AD&D insurance
4h
IP Legal Assistant (Entry-Level / 0–2 Years)
Hylton-Rodic Law PLLC —Washington, DC
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Dental insurance
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Paralegal
Amentum —Alexandria, VA
- $25.58 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Computer skills
- Entry level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Real Estate Paralegal
Cooley LLP —Reston, VA
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
Paralegal Specialist (Fair Housing and Civil Rights)
US Office of General Counsel —Alexandria, VA
- $102,415 - $133,142 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
9d
Criminal Legal Assistant
Simms Showers LLP —Leesburg, VA
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Carmel & Reyes PLLC —Washington, DC
- $28 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Paralegal / IP Specialist
JEFFERSON IP LAW —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Editing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
Virginia Family Chiropractic —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Typing
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Paralegal
Washington Lawyers Committee —Washington, DC
- $53,240 - $55,808 a year
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Paralegal
CACI —Washington, DC
- $25.58 an hour
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Paralegal Specialist
Ofc of the Attorney General —Washington, DC
- $92,656 - $118,558 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Residential
Litigation Assistant
Keller Postman —Washington, DC
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
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Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities)
Fish & Richardson —Washington, DC
- $26.66 - $44.61 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
7d
Paralegal
Blaszkow Legal Pllc —Alexandria, VA
- $50,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- English
- Free parking
- Profit sharing
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Civil Rights Paralegal
Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC —Washington, DC
- $35.71 - $41.21 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Access
- Writing skills
6d
Paralegal
Healthcare Legal Solutions LLC —Washington, DC
- $55,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Research
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IP Legal Assistant
Hauptman Ham, LLP —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the DEA

FSA Federal -
Arlington, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$38.77 an hour

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Database systems
Customer service
Writing skills
Legal argument analysis
Desktop applications
Legal research databases
Productivity software
Data analysis software

Full 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.

Compass Strategy Solutions (CSS) specializes in cultivating tactical and strategic intelligence personnel, financial analysts, and forensic accountants, to support law enforcement efforts domestically and overseas. CSS has a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant III. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Leverage data analytics to enhance the management of legal asset forfeiture records, thereby improving decision-making and optimizing records management practices.

Responsibilities

Assists attorney in reviewing case material to include gathering and analyzing case material and preparing a digest of selected decisions/opinions, including legal references. May provide Legal Clerk/Paralegal II review.
Receives, examines, and evaluates new and complex cases with reference to the facts of the case and established standards.
Assists in determining probable cause by reviewing investigative reports, establishing the need for further evidence and information, and planning a comprehensive approach to obtaining that information and evidence. Advises attorneys of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and potential defenses.
Investigates facts and laws of cases and searches public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action by using a variety of legal research tools, public information databases, and other automated resources. Interviews federal agents and other law enforcement officers regarding the probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of evidence and witnesses.
Assists attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying, interviewing, and preparing summaries; and managing witnesses.
Assists attorney in convincing the affected individuals of the correctness of the legal position and appropriateness of the settlement. Also prepares documents for settlement or disposition.
Prepares legal pleadings, motions, papers, and proposed orders.
Organizes and manages files, documents, and indexing exhibits.
Summarizes documents and proceedings, including depositions, interrogatories, and testimony to assist attorneys.
Uses various databases and programs to extrapolate data for reports, charts, graphs, and trial exhibits.
Provides training to other personnel as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Paralegal Certificate with at least one-year paralegal/legal assistance experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least three-years' paralegal experience
One-year of automated litigation support experience with knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases
Knowledge of forfeiture law, policies, and procedures and trial experience preferred
Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis sufficient to perform case development and documentation assignments which are typically covered by established precedents
Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications, to include databases
Proven commitment and expertise to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible; ability to multi-task
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

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is responsible for conducting national and international investigations targeting global drug trafficking networks and drug-related terrorism involved in the illegal growing, manufacturing, or distribution of controlled substances appearing in or destined for illicit traffic in the United States. A component of DEA's strategic mission is the use of the Asset Forfeiture Program, implementing major investigative strategies against drug networks and cartels, resulting in significant seizure and forfeiture activities.

Benefits Overview

At Compass, 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.

Consistent with our goal of empowering people, COMPASS is committed to providing all employees and employment candidates the right to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment free from retaliation. FSA’s employment practices are based on an individual’s 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. COMPASS 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.

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