Title: Senior FOIA Paralegal Location: Chicago, IL / Hybrid / Remote / Detroit, MI FOIA Support / Full Time Hybrid / Hybrid Senior FOIA Paralegal Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level Department: Legal CGS is seeking a Senior FOIA Paralegal to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in performing legal review and FOIA request processing, amongst other litigation support tasks. 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: - Paralegals will work conducting searches and analyzing result sets to separate non-responsive documents from responsive documents and screen responsive documents for privilege or FOIA exemptions. - Redact and code responsive documents. - Perform legal research. - Draft legal documents. Qualifications: - Requires paralegal certificate, or JD, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study. - At least one year of litigation paralegal experience is required; trial experience is very helpful. - Experience with Nuix Investigate, Relativity, and/or other eDiscovery and document review tools strongly desired. - Experience processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. - Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; applying exemptions - 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. The role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources. - The ability to consistently deliver the highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. - Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. - Ability to work independently - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Ability to obtain a government security clearance. Ideally, you will also have: - Two years experience using Nuix Investigate for document review and tagging preferred. - Two years experience in processing FOIA requests for Federal agencies is preferred. - Fluency in the statutory and regulatory guidelines to FOIA responses is preferred. 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 #CJ $65,357.76 - $94,405.65 a year We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Title: Paralegal 1 - Seattle, Tacoma & Thurston County, Attorney General's Office Salary $55,836.00 - $75,108.00 Annually Location Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma, or Tumwater , WA Job Type Full Time - Permanent Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 2026-00970 Department Attorney General's Office Description Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com. This position will remain open until a sufficient number of candidates have applied. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General reserves the right to close this announcement at any time without notice. The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) is recruiting for multiple full-time, permanent Paralegal 1 positions. Positions may be based in our Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma, or Tumwater office locations. With the exception of a few, most of the positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Apply for multiple positions with one application! This recruitment announcement will be used to fill multiple, full-time, permanent positions within the same classification. This type of pooled application system means that there is potential for your application to be seen by multiple hiring teams while only applying once. The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities. If you are a legal support professional looking for a supportive, collaborative environment where you can contribute meaningfully to Washington State’s legal matters as a Paralegal 1. Salary Paralegal 1 candidate salaries will be set within Range 51, $55,836 - $75,108 (annual)*. The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to the base pay salary, the following types of assignment pay may be applied: - Paralegal 1s assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay. - Paralegal 1s assigned to King County receive an additional 5% Group C Assignment Pay - Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay. *General Wage Increase Effective July 1, 2026: - A general wage increase will be applied to this position beginning July, 1 2026. - Effective July 1, 2026, the Paralegal 1 classification salary range, Salary Range 51, will be increasing from ($55,836 - $75,108/annual) to ($56,952 - $76,608/annual). Excellent Benefits Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer: - Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options - A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources - Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference Position Description Our paralegal 1 staff provide critical support to Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) in the litigation of state matters, preparing for trial, and applying knowledge of court rules related to legal practice, subject matter, and court filing procedures in civil and appellate matters. As a Paralegal 1, you may be entrusted to perform some of the following duties: - Analyze facts - Compose documents and pleadings - Schedule and/or interview witnesses - Research legal issues and evaluate the facts of the cases - Coordinate the preparation for litigation - Track status of cases from summons to trial - Draft legal notices A few positions within the AGO have exposure to information that requires staff be screened and pass a fingerprint-based background check. A Paralegal 1 candidate could be hired into one of the affected positions and thus this provides notice that you may be subject to a fingerprint background check and be subject to additional background checks as a condition of employment. If you are interested in furthering your legal support career and want to have a direct impact on the people of Washington, the AGO is the place for you. About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General The work of the AGO touches the lives of every resident in Washington, providing excellent, independent, and ethical legal services to the State and protecting the rights of its people. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes: - Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations) - Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources) - Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes) - And much more! Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state’s interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here. Required Qualifications Combination of three years of experience* through: - Paralegal certification - Two-year paralegal degree - Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification, and/or - Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney *You may have gained applicable paraprofessional experience through previous Paralegal or Legal Assistant work. Examples of paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney include: - Preparing legal pleadings and legal correspondence - Ensuring and verifying timely and proper service of legal documents - Calculating, verifying, and calendaring critical events and other dates - Managing case documents, files and exhibits - Tracking and organizing discovery documents - Researching legal issues and verifying legal citations and references for accuracy Commitment to Diversity Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO and we are committed to building an anti-racist and equitable agency. It is our goal to identify, discuss, and challenge racial inequity in the workplace and the impact it has on our employees, and, within our authority, combat racism that impacts the people of the State of Washington. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in a professional, inclusive, respectful environment. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2025 "Zo8 Washington Wellness Award". Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

• Support the drafting and review of a wide variety of contracts. • Work collaboratively with Client Account Management, Proposals, Finance, and other operational stakeholders. • Identify legal and business risks and provide solutions to internal business partners. • Information management, including updating of files and electronic data. • General legal research and contract administrative support activity as assigned. • Other related work as assigned.

Role Description We're looking for an experienced Paralegal Manager to lead a cross-functional team of paralegals across multiple client accounts. You'll own operational workflows, SLA compliance, and team performance while serving as the connective tissue between clients, attorneys, and internal stakeholders. This role is equal parts people leadership and process excellence — ideal for someone who improves how legal work gets done, not just that it gets done. What You’ll Do - Lead and performance-manage a team of paralegals across multiple client accounts - Design and refine scalable workflows tailored to client-specific immigration processes - Partner with attorneys to ensure timely case processing and proactive risk mitigation - Serve as the primary liaison between clients, legal teams, and internal stakeholders - Drive training initiatives for new paralegals on legal tech, documentation, and workflows - Identify process bottlenecks and implement solutions aligned with internal KPIs and client SLAs - Standardize process documentation to support collaboration across geographies Qualifications - 8+ years of paralegal experience, including high-volume, multi-case-type environments - Demonstrated experience managing or mentoring other paralegals - Proven ability to design and improve operational workflows at scale - Experience ensuring SLA compliance and tracking performance metrics - Comfort using case management systems and generating compliance reports Requirements - Experience in immigration law or a similarly regulated legal practice area - Enthusiasm for adopting and implementing legal technology solutions This is for you if.... - You thrive making complex legal operations faster, cleaner, and more consistent. - You lead teams by developing people, not just managing output. - You want ownership over both strategy and day-to-day execution. This is not for you if.... - You prefer individual contributor work over managing people and process. - Ambiguity in workflows frustrates rather than motivates you. - High case volume and shifting client priorities feel overwhelming.