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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs lists this Paralegal opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Paralegal – VA Office of General Counsel, Pacific District
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Location: Phoenix AZ
This announcement is currently limited to candidates who qualify for one or more of the following eligibilities:
Veterans
Career Transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) – Federal employees meeting “surplus” or “displaced” criteria
Individuals with disabilities (Schedule A)
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of General Counsel-Pacific District is seeking a skilled Paralegal to support our Employment Law attorneys and contribute directly to the mission of serving America’s Veterans. In this role, your work strengthens the systems that protect the rights, dignity, and workplace fairness of thousands of VA employees, ultimately improving outcomes for the Veterans we serve.
About the Role
As a Paralegal in the Pacific District, you will work closely with Employment Law attorneys providing essential legal and administrative support. You’ll play a key role in helping the Department navigate complex workplace matters and employment litigation.
Key Responsibilities
Support attorneys handling employment law matters and administrative litigation
Assist with legal research, drafting, record compilation, motions, discovery, and case preparation
Help provide day‑to‑day administrative and employment law advice to VA managers and supervisors
Support representation before administrative bodies including:
U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB)
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Preferred Experience
Employment Law
Legal Writing
Drafting Motions
Discovery
Research and case‑file organization
Our Paralegal positions start at GS‑7, GS‑9, or GS‑11, depending on qualifications and experience.
The role offers promotion potential to GS‑11 after one or two years of fully successful performance.
Why Join the VA Office of General Counsel
Diverse, Impactful Legal Work
OGC serves as the VA’s in‑house law firm—providing guidance and representation across employment law, health care law, torts, administrative law, contracts, ethics, FOIA/Privacy Act, and more.
Mission‑Driven Culture
You’ll join a team dedicated to integrity, service, and collaboration. Employees at OGC build long-term careers because they are supported, valued, and empowered. xxzpjkt
Advancement Opportunities
VA is known for its federal career mobility, robust professional development, and opportunities to progress into higher‑level legal roles.
VA employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages nationwide, including:
Federal retirement with matching contributions
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
Ample paid leave + 11 federal holidays
Student loan repayment programs (where eligible)
Job stability, flexibility, and nationwide career pathways
Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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