Paralegal I-District Attorney-26394207DA
About The Position
The Office of the District Attorney is currently accepting applications for the position of Paralegal I. This is an excellent opportunity that will provide you the opportunity to learn the technical concepts of the operation of a legal office and work alongside skilled attorneys. The selected candidate must function effectively in a fast-paced legal office, work under a high degree of autonomy and independence, and demonstrate the ability to be a quick learner to eventually become a generalist in performing a wide variety of duties. While working under the supervision of an attorney, you will be responsible for assisting in preparing cases for court hearings and trials. This is an in-office position with the potential to telework up to two days per pay period after successful completion of the 12-month probationary period.
Requirements
- Completion of an American Bar Association approved paralegal program; OR successful completion of the Certified Paralegal (CP) examination of the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.; OR An associate's degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in paralegal studies (J.D. degree qualifies).
- Legal secretarial, clerical, or investigative experience is not qualifying.
- Certified Paralegal Certification (CP) formerly called Certified Legal Assistant (CLA).
Responsibilities
- Assisting in preparing cases for court hearings and trials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
