Paralegal - Health and Human Services
About The Position
The Office of the Utah Attorney General is hiring a Paralegal in the Environment, Health and Human Services Division. The role supports the Health and Human Services section, though the successful applicant may support either section depending on the Division’s needs. Paralegals may perform minor legal tasks that would otherwise be performed by an attorney, consistent with the ABA Rules of Professional Conduct. Assignments are complex, may involve large quantities of documents and electronically stored information, and require sufficient direct legal experience to plan and complete work with moderate independence. The Paralegal conducts legal research; compiles and organizes client information; reviews and manages case files; maintains document control; searches public and private records; drafts routine legal documents; and assists attorneys with electronic pleadings, motions, and other filings in state and federal courts and other forums. The role also supports trial and hearing preparation, including locating, obtaining, tracking, and disseminating information and evidence. The successful candidate is expected to produce quality work, sometimes under tight deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment. The Environment Section supports the Department of Environmental Quality in permitting, enforcement, rulemaking, and related administrative, judicial, and regulatory proceedings. The Health and Human Services Section supports the Department of Health and Human Services in administrative, regulatory, and judicial proceedings, including Medicaid hearings, licensing matters, and enforcement actions. The position is in-office at 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. A criminal history check is required.
Requirements
- An associate's degree in paralegal studies or a related bachelor's degree, plus relevant paralegal experience; or national certification from NALA, NFPA, or NALS, plus relevant paralegal experience.
- May be underfilled as a paralegal trainee.
- Skilled in independent decision-making, complex legal tasks, and effective case management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and use technology.
- Experience organizing electronic and paper files; conducting legal and factual research; and drafting, proofreading, and cite-checking legal documents, including briefs, discovery responses, subpoenas, and disclosures.
- Criminal history check must be passed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with e-discovery tools such as Everlaw.
Responsibilities
- Write or draft briefs, correspondence, reports, documents, and other written materials.
- Analyze, summarize, or review data; report findings, interpret results, and make recommendations.
- Search, retrieve, and research public and private records in accordance with applicable state and federal access laws.
- Maintain document control, tracking, and tracing; review case files and trial folders; and assist with document review, privilege review, and production workflows.
- Prepare trial or hearing materials, organize evidence, prepare trial documents and exhibits, and locate, obtain, track, and disseminate information and evidence.
- File pleadings with state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with procedural and formatting rules.
- Maintain case calendars, track deadlines, and provide attorneys with timely reminders.
- Manage trial exhibits and evidence, ensure procedures are followed, take notes and make observations during proceedings, and participate in planning and strategy sessions.
- Assist with legal hold processes, including drafting, disseminating, and tracking documentation and records of compliance.
- Conduct legal research, compile and organize client information, review and manage case files, and maintain document control and management.
- Draft routine legal documents and assist attorneys in preparing and formatting electronic pleadings, motions, and other filings.
Benefits
- Full benefits package eligibility.
- Job stability.
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
- Meaningful work that contributes to the community.
- Supportive work environment.
- Work/life balance is described as a vital element of the culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
