Paralegal

Job Details

Posted April 23, 2026

Compensation Starting at $60,000 annually

LocationWashington D.C.

Job Type Direct Hire

Industry Legal

Job Description

The Ford Agency is actively seeking a Paralegal to join a prestigious mid-size energy law firm. The Paralegal will submit files to US Courts and federal agencies, cite check and proofread files, and support the attorneys. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to take on a substantive paralegal role in a collegial environment that promotes collaboration and team work.

Responsibilities Include:

Communicate and work closely with attorneys
Conduct regulatory and legal research
Cite check and proofread files
Submit files to U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Qualifications Include:

1+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm
Bachelor's degree
Paralegal certificate preferred
Experience with FERC and US Court of Appeals preferred
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Microsoft Office Suite, eDiscovery software a plus

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.

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We do the same for candidates, actively listening to career desires and goals during each interview, and presenting realistic options and timelines for employment.

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