Senior Paralegal

Founded in 2014 Crossroads Talent Solutions LLC is a veteran-led SBA 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Maryland delivering trusted program management administrative and mission support services to federal agencies nationwide. For more than a decade we have supported critical operations for partners including the U.S. Army U.S. Air Force U.S. Navy U.S. Marine Corps National Guard Defense Health Agency (DHA) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Small Business Administration (SBA) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) U.S. Attorneys Office (USAO) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Known for our integrity transparency and commitment to excellence Crossroads has built a solid reputation as a reliable federal partner dedicated to delivering measurable performance and taking care of the people who make each mission possible.

**Contingent Upon Award**

Location: San Antonio TX (U.S. Attorneys Office Western District of Texas)
Work Schedule: Full-Time MondayFriday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM CT
Work Arrangement: Primarily onsite; limited remote work may be approved by the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer Representative.
Travel: Occasional travel within the district and at times outside the district as required.
Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to successfully pass a DOJ background investigation and obtain required security approvals.

We are seeking experienced Senior Paralegals to support the U.S. Attorneys Office (USAO) Western District of Texas in San Antonio. These professionals will provide litigation support services to Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) handling matters related to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Border Fence litigation and associated land acquisition actions.

The Senior Paralegal will play a critical role in case management legal research document preparation title review witness interview support trial preparation and litigation reporting. This position requires strong analytical skills exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage complex legal matters in a fast-paced federal litigation environment.

• Support Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in all phases of litigation.
• Assist with witness interviews and prepare interview summaries and records for use during depositions.
• Review title commitments for accuracy and prepare deed history summaries.
• Prepare and maintain:
  • Declarations of Taking Reports
  • Amended Declarations of Taking Reports
  • Complaints
  • Notices
  • Joint Motions to Close
  • Motions to Suppress
• Summarize depositions hearings and other legal transcripts.
• Maintain case files and organize litigation records.
• Manage exhibits and supporting materials for depositions hearings and trial proceedings.
• Document and track landowner complaints and prepare monthly status reports.
• Provide courtroom support including exhibit management and document review for relevance and privilege.
• Conduct legal title and records research utilizing various recordkeeping systems and databases.
• Gather organize and analyze data relevant to litigation matters.
• Develop statistical analyses charts graphs tables and reports to support legal strategies.
• Design and maintain systems for tracking cases exhibits and litigation materials.
• Prepare recurring case status reports and other litigation support documentation.
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position as assigned.

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies Legal Studies Criminal Justice Business Administration Finance English Journalism or a related field;

OR

• High school diploma (or equivalent) plus a Paralegal Certificate.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing legal support services including drafting:
  • Correspondence
  • Pleadings
  • Motions
  • Proposed Orders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated experience supporting litigation matters and managing legal documentation.
• Strong written communication organizational and analytical skills.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain required DOJ security clearances and background investigation approval.

• Experience in:
  • Real estate law
  • Eminent domain matters
  • Land acquisition litigation
  • Mineral interests
  • Oil and gas law
• Experience supporting federal government litigation or Department of Justice matters.

• Overtime may be required and must be approved in advance.
• Work is generally performed during normal federal business hours.
• Government-furnished equipment office space and resources will be provided.
• Employees must complete required DOJ ethics cybersecurity confidentiality and security training.
• The position requires strict adherence to confidentiality privacy and Department of Justice security protocols.
• Contractors must identify themselves as contractor personnel when conducting interviews or communicating with witnesses on behalf of the government.

This role offers the opportunity to support high-profile federal litigation matters involving border infrastructure and land acquisition projects while working alongside Assistant United States Attorneys in one of the nations busiest federal legal environments. The position provides meaningful litigation experience courtroom exposure and direct support to critical Department of Justice missions.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits Offered
• 401k
• Life Insurance plans
• Employee Health and Wellness program

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crossroads Talent Solutions LLC is a Veteran friendly employer and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status genetic information marital status ancestry protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled