Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the USAO - FSA Federal : Job Details

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 ...Legal, Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Support, Assistant, Security, Attorney