Paralegal Specialist; Civil

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To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below:

One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level.

Specialized Experience is defined as experience performing a variety of analytical paralegal or legal work which demonstrates a practical knowledge of law, the litigation and judicial process, and applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Examples of specialized experiences may include the following:

• Analyzing and evaluating legal decisions and case files to identify relevant issues and potential evidence;
• Conducting legal research concerning precedents and past court decisions;
• Composing legal briefs, summaries of analyses and decisions, and pre-trial documents;
• Interviewing witnesses and various individuals who can provide insight into cases under review;
• Preparing evidence and documents to support recommendations.

One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law): a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university, and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.

Combining of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 2 full years.