Paralegal, Correctional Litigation

DHRM • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Paralegal, Correctional Litigation supports division attorneys by performing initial investigative reviews of claims filed against the Commonwealth and client agencies, including the Virginia Department of Corrections, the Virginia Parole Board, and the Department of Juvenile Justice. The position conducts witness interviews; prepares draft legal documents and memoranda for attorney review; maintains document and file control; gathers, reviews, and analyzes relevant documents, video footage, and audio recordings; assists with all phases of discovery and electronic discovery; and supports trial preparation.

The role requires litigation experience, knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures, and strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and time-management skills. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team, analyze large quantities of written and verbal information, and work under pressure while adjusting priorities without close supervision. Basic word-processing skills are required.

Requirements

• Competent working knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures.
• Excellent written communication skills, demonstrated through a writing sample.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to organize and analyze large quantities of written and verbal information.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.
• Litigation experience.
• Basic word-processing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or a Paralegal Certificate; an equivalent combination of training and experience may substitute for educational criteria.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and electronic discovery (E-Discovery).

Responsibilities

• Perform initial investigative reviews of claims filed against the Commonwealth and client agencies.
• Conduct witness interviews.
• Prepare draft legal documents and memoranda for attorney review.
• Maintain document and file control.
• Gather relevant documents and video footage, and review and analyze video footage and audio recordings.
• Assist in all phases of discovery and work with attorneys on electronic discovery.
• Assist in trial preparation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed