Paralegal | False Claims Division

Massachusetts AGO • Boston, MA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated individual to join her team as a Paralegal in the Office’s False Claims Division. The False Claims Division investigates fraudulent business conduct and brings enforcement actions under the Massachusetts False Claims Act (G.L. c. 12, § 5A et seq.) against companies and individuals in diverse industries, including technology, transportation, environmental, housing, public construction, health care and pandemic-related assistance programs, among others. Cases require coordination with state, local, and federal authorities and involve matters of public interest and social justice, as well as challenging and complex enforcement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software programs), and ability to learn software applications used in legal settings.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate proficient time-management skills in handling several objectives concurrently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on all matters handled by the Division.
• Excellent work ethic, great attention to detail, and a desire to work in the public interest.
• The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and maintaining files, including all e-discovery and hotline complaints/intakes.
• Reviewing discovery materials and conducting legal research to support case development.
• Assisting with deposition, court, and trial preparation.
• Preparing various monthly, quarterly and annual reports and assisting with data tracking.
• Supporting the implementation and presentation of Division priorities.
• Communicating with complainants, whistleblowers and witnesses.
• Drafting correspondence, creating various memos, and other written work products.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level