Paralegal – Criminal Division

Maricopa County • Madison, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

If you're looking for meaningful work where your legal skills can make a difference, join our Criminal Division as a Paralegal and support Deputy County Attorneys in prosecuting criminal cases and serving our community. We're looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys legal research, case management, and working in a fast-paced environment. As a Paralegal, you'll play an important role throughout the criminal case process by researching statutes and case law, organizing case materials, preparing evidence and court documents, and ensuring work complies with applicable court rules. You'll manage multiple priorities and critical deadlines while working closely with attorneys, clients, law enforcement, and other justice system professionals. Knowledge of criminal court procedures, Arizona Statutes, Arizona and Federal Rules of Procedure, legal terminology, and victims' rights, along with strong communication, editing, and Microsoft Office skills, will help you succeed in this role. If you're ready to put your legal knowledge and organizational skills to work supporting criminal prosecutions and the pursuit of justice, apply today and make an impact! This job announcement may be used to fill multiple, current, and/or future vacancies.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or legal assistance and two years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or work involving legal procedures, terminology, or administration OR Certificate in Paralegal Studies + Two years of legal support experience needed OR Bachelor’s or higher in paralegal studies, legal assistant, or a related field – no experience needed OR Bachelor’s or higher in an unrelated field + an Associate or Certification in paralegal studies – no experience needed OR Two years of paralegal experience + Two years of legal support experience
• Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a current, valid AZ Driver's License at time of hire
• Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass a criminal background check.
• MCAO is also authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs; drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, carrying up to 20 pounds up to 800 feet, pulling and pushing up to 20 pounds up to 800 feet, sitting for prolonged periods, and repeating motions with wrists, hands, fingers, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of criminal court procedures, Arizona Statutes, Arizona and Federal Rules of Procedure, legal terminology, and victims' rights, along with strong communication, editing, and Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys with depositions, witness interviews, court proceedings, and pretrial/trial preparation, including preparation of case and witness summaries, depositions, organizing exhibits, and securing evidence and documentation such as subpoenas and witness notifications
• Produces initial drafts of motions, discovery requests and responses, reports, and correspondence as assigned and in accordance with court rules
• May assist attorneys with researching statutes, legal cases, and other sources for legal precedents and case applicability utilizing computerized research tools
• Requests, reviews, organizes, indexes, redacts, and Bates stamps pertinent documents for disclosure and for use in court
• Tracks, uploads, analyzes, organizes, reviews, and verifies records and other documents obtained through the discovery process
• Utilizes case management software and other computer programs to track the status of cases
• Attends continuing legal education seminars and in-house training to stay current with legal precedent, ethics, and Victims’ Rights
• Reviews criminal history rap sheets and accurately enters them into the case management system
• Uploads discovery such as disks, USB, and hard drives
• Must support attorneys in hearings and trials in-person

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree