FSA

Paralegal / Legal Assistant II Supporting the US Attorney's Office

LAS VEGAS, NVPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, specifically FSA Federal supporting the US Attorney's Office.

  • Job overview

    The Paralegal / Legal Assistant II supports the US Attorney's Office by assisting in legal case preparation and trial support, contributing to law enforcement efforts against criminal enterprises.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves reviewing case materials, drafting correspondence, organizing trial exhibits, interviewing witnesses, preparing summaries of testimony, conducting legal research, and supporting attorneys in trial preparation to ensure case readiness.

  • Compensation and benefits

    FSA Federal offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability, and employee assistance programs, with employee-only coverage available at no cost.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience with at least two years in a law office or government setting, legal research skills, trial support experience preferred, strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools.

  • Work environment and culture

    FSA Federal emphasizes equal employment opportunities, a harassment-free and drug-free workplace, and commitment to employee diversity and professional growth.

  • Company information

    FSA Federal provides services supporting law enforcement and homeland security, working with federal agencies such as DEA, FBI, and the US Attorney's Office to combat criminal activity through legal prosecution.

  • Unique job features

    This role is distinguished by its direct support to the US Attorney's Office in a mission-driven law enforcement context, requiring U.S. citizenship and a thorough background investigation.

Company overview

FSA (Financial Services Authority) is a regulatory body responsible for overseeing and regulating financial markets and firms in the UK to ensure their integrity and stability. They generate revenue through regulatory fees charged to the firms they supervise. Established in 1985, the FSA played a critical role in maintaining financial stability and protecting consumers until it was replaced by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) in 2013.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your paralegal or legal assistant experience, emphasizing your ability to support attorneys by reviewing case materials, preparing legal digests, and organizing trial exhibits, which aligns directly with the responsibilities at FSA.

  • Emphasize your skills in legal research, citation verification, and drafting correspondence or research reports, as well as your proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal databases, since these are key requirements in the job description.

  • Apply through multiple channels such as FSA’s official corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where FSA posts, to maximize your application’s visibility and chances of being noticed.

  • Connect with current employees in the US Attorney's Office or the Asset Forfeiture Section at FSA on LinkedIn; when reaching out, start with ice breakers like commenting on recent cases or initiatives they have been involved with, or expressing your enthusiasm for supporting law enforcement missions.

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