Appellate Paralegal Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI

Part Time

Department of Justice (DOJ)

Experienced

ROLE
We are seeking an Appellate Paralegal Specialist to support the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan (USAO WDMI) in Grand Rapids, MI. Your responsibilities will focus on supporting appellate litigation through legal research, drafting filings, and advising on developments in federal criminal law and Department of Justice policy.

This is a part-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, job stability and security.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform legal research and writing to assist AUSAs with pleadings, briefs, and responses
Draft filings for the U.S. District Court and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Focus on post-conviction and appellate matters under 18 U.S.C. §§ 2255 and 3582
Support AUSAs in cases involving motions to vacate or modify sentences
Develop knowledge of applicable law and DOJ policy to prepare accurate pleadings
Maintain awareness of changes in law and DOJ policy impacting appellate matters
Review case files and conduct research to prepare drafts for AUSA review
Assist the Appellate Chief in preparing guidance for AUSAs on legal developments
Provide advice on DOJ policy updates affecting appellate and post-conviction cases
Support the Appellate Chief and AUSA Supervisors in reviewing pleadings for accuracy
Ensure uniformity and compliance of pleadings prepared by AUSAs
Report directly to the Appellate Chief of the USAO-WDMI

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Working knowledge of federal criminal law and procedure
Excellent legal research and writing skills

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience working as a paralegal or attorney
Experience conducting independent research and writing

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience with appellate legal work

EDUCATION

Undergraduate degree is required
Law Degree is preferred

LOCATION

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

TELEWORK

Not eligible for telework

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government
Must successfully pass a background investigation

CLIENT

U.S. Department of Justice

TRAVEL

Occasional travel may be required

WORK HOURS

20 hours per week between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — Nonexempt

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

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