Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
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Paralegal/Legal Assistant I
Camp Pendleton CA
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Analyst to directly support the attorneys of the Department of the Navys Disability Evaluation System Counsel Program (DESCP). This critical role provides legal research case preparation document analysis and process support to ensure the highest quality legal representation for Navy and Marine Corps service members undergoing Disability Evaluation System (DES) proceedings.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct legal and administrative support to DESCP attorneys in case preparation and client representation.
Review edit and recommend improvements to legal correspondence memorandums and pleadings in accordance with Department of the Navy (DON) standards and formats.
Conduct in-depth legal research on state federal and military laws regulations directives and instructions including DON and DoD policies.
Interpret and analyze relevant legislation case law and regulatory guidance to provide written legal analysis and recommendations to DESCP attorneys.
Prepare detailed legal memoranda briefs and case summaries including chronologies of events legal issues and proposed actions.
Utilize legal research tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw as well as the VAs Veterans Tracking Application (VTA).
Develop and maintain internal databases and spreadsheets (Excel Access) to track case statistics and support program metrics.
Create reports and presentations using Microsoft Office tools (Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint) for training sessions and outreach events.
Assist in client intake appointment scheduling calendar management and case file organization using DESCP case management systems.
Support outreach and training activities by delivering briefings to attorneys and non-attorneys at DON-sponsored events.
Coordinate logistics including mail processing procurement requests and travel arrangements for clients attorneys and witnesses involved in Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) proceedings.
Participate in witness and client interviews identify and prepare expert witnesses and draft legal briefs under attorney supervision.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Legal Studies Political Science Public Administration or a related field (J.D. preferred but not required).
2 years of experience in a legal support or paralegal role preferably within a military or federal legal environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of DON and DoD legal and administrative processes.
Exceptional legal research writing and analytical skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite legal research databases and case management systems.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines independently.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Prior experience with the DES or military legal systems strongly preferred.
Why Join Us:
This is a unique opportunity to support the mission of the U.S. Navy by ensuring that service members receive fair and expert legal representation during disability evaluations. You will work with a dedicated team of legal professionals in a fast-paced and meaningful environment where your contributions directly impact the lives of military personnel.
Job Location:
Camp Pendleton CA (Santa Margarita Rd Bldg H-49 Camp Pendleton North CA 92058)
About Us:EnProVera offers a competitive salary paid time off including government holidays and a comprehensive benefits package. Every associate is highly valued and it is deeply ingrained that EnProVera only exists and is successful because of its great people. Without the great people EnProVera is nothing but a name.
Job Availability:
As positions come open we will be advertising them on our website for you to review and apply if you feel you are qualified. EnProVera seeks to hire and give preference to Veterans Service Disabled Veterans and Native Americans.
We have additional postings on some of our partner contract sites including positions in the Washington D.C. and Mid-Atlantic area. If you would like more information send your resume and an email telling us about yourself to:.
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Employment Type
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