Paralegal I

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, assists attorneys in the investigation of facts, preparation of documents, and research of law; performs related work as assigned. The Department does NOT sponsor Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT) (Form I-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies from an American Bar Association approved program at an accredited college or successful completion of a program at an American Bar Association approved paralegal institute.
Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Knowledge of State and federal statutory and case law and constitutional provisions pertinent to agency programs; agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertinent to the legal services function; the goals, scope, and impact of agency programs; the agency organizational structure, functional relationships, and legal processes of the courts and legislative/administrative bodies in Nebraska; the principles and practices of criminal and civil law administration; Judicial procedures and rules of evidence; the principles and practices of legal research; the techniques of preparing and drafting legal documents and forms; accounting, tax, creditor claims, reviewing audit and financial records; legal terminology.
Skills in using Windows operating systems such as Word, Excel, Access for processing, creating documents; verbal and written communications.
Ability to interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of a court/administrative hearing, and administrative rules and policies; communicate orally and in writing to summarize and exchange legal findings and conclusions; interact with legal associates, other government employees, the public, and representative of parties involved in a case; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on research and investigations; conduct legal research and investigations; identify critical elements of legal questions or issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience drafting pleadings, motions, or settlement agreements using research sites such as Westlaw.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing and filing probate and bankruptcy claims on behalf of the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
Coordinator for Assessment Review Committee Meetings and other meetings involving Legal and Policy when needed.
Assist in distribution of Legal and Policy mail.
Assist with the intake of protests, creation of dockets and management of files and documentation.
Prepare documents for attorneys working on discovery as requested. Writes basic research, cite check research authority, and prepares memoranda summarizing findings.
Any assistance as requested by personnel in Legal.