Legal Clerk

Atlanta, GA

Full Time

Department of Justice (DOJ)

Mid Level

Title: Legal Clerk
Location: Onsite, Full Time, Monday - Friday
Pay Range: $28 - $33.42 per hour

KMRG, LLC (KMRG) is a federal services company that hires talented professionals to support Government agencies and the communities they serve. We are hiring a Legal Clerk to support the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) for the Northern District of Georgia in Atlanta (NDGA).

In this role, you will support the USAO Criminal Division with the review, organization, and closeout of federal criminal case files. Your work will help ensure case records are complete, properly retained, accurately documented, and ready for long-term archiving.

This role is well suited for someone who enjoys structured, detail-focused work and takes pride in keeping important records accurate and organized.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Apply today!

RESPONSIBILITIES
Case File Review & Organization

Review criminal case files to determine status and identify matters ready for closeout
Use databases such as Case360, PACER, CourtLinks, and other Government systems to verify case information
Locate and organize related paper and electronic records
Review files against established checklists to determine which documents must be retained or removed
Ensure case files are complete, accurate, organized, and ready for final processing

Records Closeout & Archiving

Organize retained documents and prepare required case-closeout forms
Apply established records-retention schedules
Prepare files for attorney review and required signatures
Transfer completed physical and electronic records to the appropriate records or docketing section
Help prepare records for annual transfer to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Verify that closed-file locations and status are accurately reflected in Government systems

Records Tracking & Administrative Support

Maintain tracking lists for file status, location, and retrieval
Assist with filing, records cleanup, and inventory activities
Coordinate with attorneys and support staff to confirm case-file information
Help locate and retrieve records when needed
Perform related clerical and records-management duties in support of the Criminal Division

Confidentiality & Accuracy

Handle sensitive and confidential legal records appropriately
Follow established Department of Justice records-management and security procedures
Review work carefully for completeness and accuracy
Protect Privacy Act and other sensitive Government information

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED
Strong organizational and records-management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow detailed procedures and checklists accurately
Professional and tactful communication with attorneys, staff, and other stakeholders
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
Ability to successfully complete required Government background and security screening

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

3 years of legal experience preferred, but not required
Experience with legal, administrative, records-management, document-processing, or case-file work
Familiarity with systems such as PACER, Case360, CourtLinks, or NetDocs

LOCATION

75 Ted Turner Drive SW, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30303
Position is performed on-site; routine telework is not available

TRAVEL

Travel may be required

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — Non-exempt

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Other Considerations. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. The employee’s primary workstation is located in an office environment. The role requires frequent use of computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, file-storage systems, and other standard office equipment. The employee will regularly review physical and electronic records, move throughout the office to access files and records-storage areas, and may be required to lift and carry boxes, files, or records weighing up to 40 pounds.

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