Law Clerk Supporting MNF

FSA Federal

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Washington, District of Columbia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Law Clerk assists attorneys with the litigation process by drafting motions, briefs, and memoranda of law. Additionally, the role involves reviewing the work of paralegals and screening documents for privilege.

Qualifications

You have a Law Degree or are a current student with at least one year completed at an ABA-accredited law school. You are proficient in legal research using various tools and possess excellent written and oral communication skills, including legal writing and experience with the Microsoft Office suite.

Must Have Skills for ATS

legal research

legal writing

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

databases

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 Law Clerk. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the Money Laundering, Narcotics and Forfeiture Section (MNF). If you are looking for a meaningful, mission driven career, Join FSA!

 Responsibilities

  • Under supervision, assists attorneys with the litigation process.
  • Reviews work of paralegals and clerks.
  • Prepares all documents related to the litigation process to include drafting motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.
  • Strong writing skills are essential
  • Screens documents for privilege.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

**Preference will be given to qualified applicants who either have a current JD or will posses a JD by the end of this school year.**

Requirements

  • Law Degree: or currently a student at an ABA-accredited law school with at least one-year completed
  • Experience conducting legal research using various research tools and law library resources
  • 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
  • Ability to work in a team environment, deliver the highest quality of work, and maintain a professional disposition under extreme pressure
  • Strong writing skills preferred
Preference will be given to applicants proficiency in second languages

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.

Agency Overview

The Money Laundering, Narcotics and Forfeiture Section (MNF) leads the asset forfeiture and anti-money laundering enforcement efforts. MNF holds the responsibility of coordination, direction, and general oversight of the Asset Recovery Program. MNF provides leadership by prosecuting and coordinating complex, sensitive, multi-district, and international money laundering and asset forfeiture investigations and cases; by providing legal and policy assistance and training to federal, state, and local prosecutors and law enforcement personnel, as well as to foreign governments; by assisting Departmental and interagency policymakers by developing and reviewing legislative, regulatory, and policy initiatives; and by managing the Department's Asset Forfeiture Program, including distributing forfeited funds and properties to appropriate domestic and foreign law enforcement agencies and to community groups within the United States, as well as adjudicating petitions for remission or mitigation of forfeited assets.

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.

Target salary range: $72,810 - $83,725. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

FSA Federal

Our mission is to serve the public good by providing unwavering support to law enforcement agencies as they work to ensure safety and justice in our communities. We are equally dedicated to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and empowering environment for our employees, recognizing that their well-being is fundamental to achieving our shared purpose. Through collaboration, integrity, and compassion, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, we have more than 1000 employees in over 490 locations nationwide, including Guam, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
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