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Organization name: 
Federal Defender Program, Inc.
Job type: 
Legal - Defender
Position Description: 

Assistant Paralegals perform a wide range of litigation support and case management functions,
including:
• Assisting with case preparation and providing analytical and organizational support at all
stages of litigation;
• Assisting attorneys in client meetings and helping summarize and review discovery when
needed;
• Organizing, indexing, reviewing, and summarizing complex discovery materials, including
electronic documents, records, and physical evidence;
• Working with the trial team to determine the most effective methods and technology for
reviewing, analyzing, and organizing voluminous discovery and electronically stored
information (ESI);
• Coordinating with attorneys to develop case workflows and ensuring that selected litigation
support tools are effectively implemented and understood by the team;
• Preparing demonstrative evidence and exhibits for pleadings, hearings, and trial;
• Providing in-court litigation support, including managing exhibits, organizing witness
materials, and utilizing presentation software such as PowerPoint and Trial Director.

Requirements: 

To qualify for this position, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
and demonstrate proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Teams. Applicants should possess strong technological skills and a willingness to quickly learn and adapt to
new software and tools. A solid understanding of legal terminology, federal court procedures, and applicable
rules is essential.
Candidates must exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, along with the interpersonal ability to
work effectively under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate is reliable, ambitious, and highly organized,
capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Meticulous attention
to detail is critical for success in this role.

To apply: 

https://www.cognitoforms.com/FederalDefenderProgram/TrialUnitAssistantPa...

Notes: 
• Equal Opportunity Employer: FDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, height, weight, veteran status, military obligations, marital or parental status, or any other protected characteristic. • Non-Tolerance for Discrimination and Harassment: FDP does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any personnel decisions or workplace interactions. • Nonprofit Employees: Employees of the Federal Defender Program are not federal employees. The Federal Defender Program, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation funded by the Judiciary. • Drug-Free Workplace: FDP is a drug-free workplace. • Funding Contingency: This position is contingent upon the availability of federal funding.
Submission deadline: 
Thursday, February 5, 2026

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