Legal Assistant Courts (NCS) - Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

2d•$56,322 - $91,795•Onsite

About The Position

The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a Paralegal for the Magistrates’ Office in the Civil Division to be responsible for evaluating motions in real property matters (predominantly mortgage and tax sale foreclosures).

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in paralegal studies, certification in paralegal studies, or three years of experience as a paralegal.
Training in the use of legal research software is a must.
Ability to navigate Westlaw software
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and research skills
Ability to analyze researched information and formulate conclusions
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Analyzes motions in terms of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, and case law.
Prepares Magistrates and Judges for hearings.
Advises Magistrates in the preparation of court orders for motions.
Performs research and writes memoranda regarding issues that arise during litigation.
Acts as liaison with judicial law clerks, court clerks, other court personnel, attorneys, and pro se litigants.
Works under direct supervision of the Magistrates with general oversight by the Judge in Charge of Civil and the Administrative Judge.