CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)
Paralegal
$70K–$80K
Portsmouth, VA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 23, 2026
- Experience
- At least three years of paralegal experience.
- Education
- Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a similar field.
About the job
Provides legal and administrative support to government attorneys by researching law, managing case files, preparing documents, and assisting with litigation, investigations, and hearings.
What you'll do
- Research and summarize legal materials, case law, records, and evidence; assist with legal opinions and case strategies.
- Organize case files, track deadlines, and maintain records and tracking systems.
- Draft legal and administrative documents and support trial and hearing preparation.
What they ask for
- Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a similar field.
- Proficiency with LexisNexis and Microsoft Office.
- Must become a Virginia Notary Public within 90 days of the contract start date.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, a Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate; federal government or military legal-office experience; administrative law experience.
Pay
USD 70,000–80,000 per-year-salary (base salary)
Tools
LexisNexis, PACER, Microsoft Office
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