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$85,447 – $133,142
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This federal paralegal role supports military commissions defense teams in Washington, handling discovery management, legal research, document preparation, and trial logistics. It suits candidates with paralegal experience or relevant legal education who are comfortable working in a defense-oriented government environment and can handle classified information.
Our summary, not Washington Headquarters Services’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of paralegal experience at GS-9 level or equivalent (for GS-11 entry)
- Knowledge of court rules for Trial Judiciary, CMCR, DC District and Circuit Courts
- Ability to assist with legal research and document analysis
- Ability to handle classified information
- Graduate education in law-related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Nice to have
- Experience processing broad-range defense paralegal duties
- Experience maintaining case file databases
- Experience with pre-trial and trial preparation
- Independent judgment in case preparation strategy