Discovery Coordinator

Yellowstone County • Billings, MT

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About The Position

The Discovery Coordinator for the criminal division conducts legal research, drafts briefs and charging documents, and handles dissemination of discovery to ensure statutory obligations are met. The work is performed under the general direction of the Discovery Supervisor and the Chief Deputy County Attorney.

The role provides primary support for discovery dissemination and criminal litigation. It receives, organizes, and distributes criminal justice information to defense attorneys and courts, conducts research for legal staff, prepares and reviews legal documents, assists attorneys with discovery-related matters, and follows up on missing investigative materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training totaling four years.
• Possess a valid Montana driver’s license.
• Pass a background check as a finalist.
• Proficiency with Westlaw or Lexis for legal research.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in Federal and State Court Criminal Prosecution.
• PACE Certification (Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam Credentialing).
• NALA CP Certification (National Association of Legal Assistants Certified Paralegal).
• NALA ACP Certification (National Association of Legal Assistants Advanced Certified Paralegal).

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and distribute criminal justice information (discovery) to defense attorneys and courts in a timely manner.
• Conduct legal research for legal staff using codes, digests, legal publications, and periodicals.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including responsive briefs, charging documents, and substantive motions, making legal determinations based on discovery review.
• Assist attorneys in legal matters related to discovery obtained by law enforcement.
• Review and edit documents for compliance with statutes, court decisions, and other legal authorities.
• Anticipate missing discovery through file reviews and request missing discovery from the appropriate agency.
• Obtain and disseminate additional investigative information as appropriate without direction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time