PARALEGAL | Environmental Protection Division

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Attorney General is looking for a highly motivated individual to serve as a Paralegal in the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) of the Energy & Environment Bureau. EPD brings civil cases to enforce environmental laws, pursues other affirmative litigation and advocacy to promote environmental protection, and defends the Commonwealth in certain environmental litigation. The qualified candidate will assist attorneys in the Environmental Protection Division in handling high-profile, impact climate litigation and legal projects. The Paralegal will be in frequent contact with litigation attorneys, handle critical and confidential materials, and help ensure the highest level of professionalism in EPD. This is a fast-paced, high-profile work environment that requires the ability to work on a range of complex matters, often under time pressure.

Requirements

• Experience or interest in environmental law, climate change, and climate-related litigation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical skills, sound judgment, and excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and database management skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the capability to learn Office case docketing software.
• Working familiarity with document hosting platforms.
• Ability to understand legal and technical information and work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with people of various backgrounds.
• The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, and a commitment to supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a paralegal in civil litigation is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of legal research tools, including Westlaw, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research, fact gathering, and preparing substantive reports.
• Attending depositions, court hearings, and trials.
• Drafting discovery documents, preparing pleadings, and managing e-discovery processes.
• Organizing and maintaining files, reviewing documents and exhibits, performing advanced cite checking.
• Assisting attorneys in preparing for hearings, meetings, or trials.
• Communicating with attorneys, expert and fact witnesses, court clerk’s offices, and members of the public.
• Screening and preparing correspondence.
• Managing calendars, including the scheduling of critical dates, deadlines, and case-related appointments.
• Completing forms, preparing and filing court filings, and maintaining and updating case management systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees