Legal Clerk - Fact Witness Management Support

Company : West 4th Strategy

Job Type : Full Time

Columbia, Sc

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Legal Clerk - Fact Witness Management Support

Legal Clerk - Fact Witness Management Support

ROLE
We need an experienced Legal Clerk at the U.S. Attorney’s Office – District of South Carolina (USAO DSC). The USAO DSC prosecutes and defends cases on behalf of the federal government and provides essential services to victims and witnesses of federal crimes. In this role, you will support the fact witness management process by arranging witness travel and lodging, processing reimbursements, coordinating with witnesses and AUSAs, maintaining files and databases, and providing courtroom orientation and logistical support. Your work will directly enhance the effectiveness of Victim-Witness personnel and the timely delivery of witness services. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides assistance to fact witnesses before, during, and after trial to ensure court appearance
Coordinates with AUSAs, court officials, and agencies to manage witness logistics
Receives and fields inquiries from witnesses and gathers necessary information for travel and reimbursement
Prepares and submits documentation for witness reimbursements and travel arrangements
Schedules, arranges, and confirms travel, lodging, and court appearance times with witnesses
Meets arriving witnesses, provides courtroom orientation, and ensures a secure waiting area
Creates and maintains witness files, schedules, and databases to track appearances and hearings
Composes correspondence using legal terminology and DOJ formatting standards
Reviews and prepares a variety of legal and administrative documents related to witness management
Handles sensitive information in compliance with DOJ confidentiality and security protocols
Performs general administrative support tasks related to witness management as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and Adobe Acrobat Professional
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact tactfully with people at all levels
Ability to handle confidential information and meet established deadlines
Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures; ability to review legal and non-legal documents
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a team setting

EDUCATON

High school diploma or GED - required
Associates degree or higher in related field - preferred

LOCATION

Columbia, SC 29201
Occasional work at Charleston, Florence, or Greenville federal courthouses may be required

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required
DOJ background investigation required

CLIENT

United States Attorney’s Office (USAO), District of South Carolina (SC)

WORK HOURS

40 hours per week
8 hours per day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — W2

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

West 4^th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.

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