PARA-LEGAL ASSISTANT II (SR-18) [1 vacancy]
About The Position
The Department of the Corporation Counsel, Counseling and Drafting Division, is seeking a Para-Legal Assistant II to assist Deputies Corporation Counsel with administrative hearings and appeals, drafting legal advice and opinions, and defending the City in litigation before the State of Hawaii Circuit Court, United States District Court, and state and federal appellate courts. This role involves supporting deputies by organizing case files, managing and calendaring deadlines, conducting legal research, preparing legal documents and exhibits, and coordinating case-related materials to ensure matters are organized, on schedule, and moving toward resolution.
Requirements
- Citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
- Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience involving the research, application, interpretation or explanation of laws, rules and regulations, two (2) of which shall have demonstrated a thorough working knowledge of legal procedures and terminology and the drafting, review and processing of legal papers and documents in a law office.
- Solid understanding of legal terminology, court forms, and criminal procedures
- Experience with legal research, discovery, and fact-finding methods
- Understanding of the rules of evidence and courtroom proceedings
- Strong legal writing and document drafting skills
- Skilled in reviewing case materials, including jury-related documents
- Competence in analyzing laws and applying them to specific situations
- Ability to research, compile, and clearly summarize complex information
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- Effective interviewing and information-gathering techniques
- Professional interpersonal skills for working with colleagues and the public
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information
Nice To Haves
- Relevant education and training from a regionally-accredited college or university in a paralegal, legal assistant or law program may be used to substitute for some of the required general experience involving the research, application, interpretation or explanation of laws, rules and regulations.
- Paralegal Studies certification program
- Associate's degree in a Paralegal Studies or Legal Assistant program
- Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies
- Juris Doctorate in Law
Responsibilities
- Compile and organize case files, legal materials, exhibits, and discovery documents
- Coordinate with the attorneys to exchange case-related materials
- Conduct legal research and summarize laws, cases, and statutes
- Draft legal correspondence, memoranda, briefs, and related documents
- Prepare materials for administrative hearings, litigation, and appeals
- Track and ensure compliance with court orders, subpoenas and case-related deadlines
Benefits
- Generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays)
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Retirement plan
- Career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
