What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Judicial Watch?
DEPARTMENT: Legal
REPORTS TO: Director of Litigation
STATUS: Exempt – Full Time
SUMMARY:
Judicial Watch, Inc. is seeking a paralegal with 3-5 years of litigation experience to work closely with its 15 attorneys on federal lawsuits brought under Civil Rights statutes, the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the National Voter Registration Act as well as state lawsuits for public records and on behalf of taxpayers challenging the constitutionality or legality of government action.
This is an in-person position. The candidate must have at least three years of litigation experience. Judicial Watch will strongly consider a candidate with:
- A paralegal certification or equivalent.
- Prior experience using Clio Manage and Clio Grow.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- A proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- An understanding and commitment to Judicial Watch’s mission, its litigation approach, and the Conservative Movement generally.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitoring case activity and maintaining case file information in Clio Manage.
- Knowing and understanding court rules and ensuring compliance for each case.
- Proofreading and cite-checking briefs and other legal documents.
- Preparing and finalizing briefs and other legal documents for filing.
- Conducting factual research and investigations related to current or future litigation.
- Assisting the Legal Department with other projects and deliverables, as necessary.
Judicial Watch provides employer-funded health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug), life insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, and eligibility to participate in our 403(b) retirement program.
Please send a cover letter detailing your interest in advancing Judicial Watch’s mission and your salary requirements, resume, and proof of paralegal certification or equivalent (if applicable) to Tiara Darby at careers@judicialwatch.org. Applications are accepted on a r
