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Contact Government Services, LLC

Paralegal

Albany, NY

$50K - $60K/yr

Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will ... State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Government Services, LLC

Paralegal

Austin, TX

$50K - $60K/yr

Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will ... State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Government Services, LLC

Paralegal

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will ... State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aleknagik Technology

Paralegal

Washington, DC · Remote

Description of Paralegal Work * Legal Research and Analysis * Conduct legal research involving ... Experience supporting attorneys within a federal government agency. * Experience with ...

Contact Government Services, LLC

Paralegal

Boston, MA

$50K - $60K/yr

Paralegal Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level Department: Legal As a CGS Paralegal, you will ... State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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How much do entry level federal government paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level federal government paralegal in the United States is $49,343.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Federal Government Paralegal vs Entry Level Corporate Paralegal?

AspectEntry Level Federal Government ParalegalEntry Level Corporate Paralegal
CredentialsParalegal certificate, bachelor's degree often preferredParalegal certificate, bachelor's degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, federal courts, legal officesCorporate legal departments, law firms, in-house teams
Employer & Industry UsageFederal government, public sectorPrivate corporations, business sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles typically require similar credentials such as a paralegal certificate and involve legal research, document preparation, and case management. However, federal government paralegals work within government agencies and courts, focusing on public sector legal matters, while corporate paralegals support private companies' legal teams, handling corporate law, contracts, and compliance. The choice depends on your interest in public service versus private sector work.

What is an entry level federal government paralegal?

Entry level federal government paralegals are professionals who assist attorneys within federal agencies by conducting legal research, preparing documents, organizing case files, and supporting case preparation. They typically work under the supervision of attorneys and may be involved in tasks such as drafting correspondence, reviewing legal materials, and managing administrative duties. These roles are ideal for individuals who have recently completed a paralegal certificate or degree and are looking to start their legal careers in the public sector. Entry level paralegals gain valuable experience in federal law and procedures, often with opportunities for career advancement.

What types of cases or legal matters might an entry level federal government paralegal typically work on?

As an entry-level federal government paralegal, you can expect to assist attorneys with a broad range of legal matters, including regulatory compliance, civil litigation, criminal prosecutions, and administrative proceedings. Your daily responsibilities may involve conducting legal research, drafting documents, organizing case files, and preparing materials for hearings or trials. Paralegals in federal agencies often collaborate closely with legal teams, investigators, and agency staff, providing vital support in managing large volumes of documents and ensuring deadlines are met. This exposure offers excellent insight into federal legal processes and can serve as a strong foundation for career advancement within the government sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level federal government paralegal, and why are they important?

To excel as an Entry Level Federal Government Paralegal, you typically need a bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate, strong research abilities, and knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office and federal case management systems, is essential. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate clearly are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate case preparation, effective support for attorneys, and compliance with federal legal standards.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Federal Government Paralegal job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,343 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Paralegal

Contact Government Services, LLC

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Paralegal
Employment Type: Full-Time, Entry Level
Department: Legal
 
As a CGS Paralegal, you will work under the direction of a Supervisory Paralegal or Project Supervisor. You will provide litigation and administrative support to a group of United States Attorneys. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
 
Skills and attributes for success:
- Collects court ordered restitutions and fines of criminal and civil defendants.
- Drafts legal documents, and files legal documents using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF),
- Prepares garnishments, liens, and other legal process documents for collection.
- Sends demand letters, files liens, run credit reports, prepares and submits subpoenas.
- Manages and tracks collection activity in an internal database.
- Communicates with and coordinates collection activity with AUSAs in the Monetary Penalties Unit (MPU).
- Completes fact research in public information databases and other research databases to gather information and identify assets.
- Prepares legal documents using templates, such as motions, memoranda, subpoenas, correspondence, discovery documents and other similar documents and forms.
- Prepares all recurring legal documents in conformance with rules governing their style and format.
- Performs routine document center support functions, such as photocopying, delivering items, assembling notebooks, including pulling file copies of documents, tabbing binders, numbering, binding, labeling, re[1]filing documents and shelving, packing boxes and preparing them for shipment, bate stamping, retrieving case materials, completing log sheet, answer phones, logging messages, and faxing information.
- Provides trial preparation assistance to AUSAs by independently compiling trial notebooks, preparing jury instructions, drafting witness, and exhibit lists.
- Opening new case files, closing case files, organizing case files, and record material for disposition or storage.
- Maintains calendar of active cases and assigned AUSAs by scheduling appointments, interviews, conferences, providing reminders of commitments and court appearances.
- Assist AUSAs in producing discovery to defense council.
- Maintains, manages, and organizes case material utilizing software, including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing applications.
- Sorts incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail including packaging boxes for shipment.
- Filing pleadings using the Electronic Court Filing system (ECF).
- Produces a variety of written documents using templates ad materials utilizing a range of office software applications.
- Completes all aspects of travel in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and Department of Justice (DOJ) policies, including traveling arrangements, submitting authorizations, completing vouchers, and submitting local mileage claims.
- Sorts incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail including packaging boxes for shipment.
 
Qualifications:
- Requires paralegal certificate, JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.
- One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.
- Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required; trial experience very helpful.
- Automated litigation support experience valued. Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memorandum and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research.
- Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.
- Role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
- Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.
 
Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client's specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
 
For the past seven years, we've been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
 
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
 
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
 
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
 
Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!
 
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/
 
For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Email: [email protected]

#CJ
 
$50,000 - $60,000 a year
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