Law Clerk I

About the Role

This Law Clerk position offers practical, hands-on experience for recent law school graduates, assisting with high-profile cases investigated and litigated by the Department of Justice. It will enhance understanding of the litigation life cycle, from discovery through trial and appeal. CACI is committed to growing its eDiscovery workforce, offering tuition reimbursement for Relativity and ACEDS certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Hone analytical and research skills through intensive document reviews to identify relevant documents.
• Conduct legal and factual research to build cases.
• Utilize electronic discovery tools and work in databases such as Relativity to conduct searches and identify factually relevant and privileged data.
• Perform complex legal research for trial staff.
• Assist in preparing draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda of law.
• Review documents for relevance and privilege.
• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Law degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school having completed at least one year of study.
• Equivalent level of legal training, experience, or education may be substituted.
• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Hands-on familiarity with computer applications, including word processing, databases (document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.
• Hands-on familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
• Experience with cite checking/Bluebooking.
• DOJ MBI must be obtainable.
• US Citizenship required.

Qualifications (Desired)

• eDiscovery certifications.
• Prior experience supporting the Federal Government.
• Prior document review experience, using Relativity.

What You Can Expect

• A culture of integrity and innovation.
• A high-performing group dedicated to customer missions and driven by a higher purpose.
• An environment of trust, valuing unique contributions.
• Autonomy and flexible time off.
• Access to robust learning resources.
• Opportunities for continuous growth and career advancement.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off.

Pay Range

• This position is covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA).
• Pay and benefits will meet or exceed minimums detailed in the Department of Labor wage determination.
• Minimum Required Hourly Wage: $38.77.