Paralegal

Harris County District Attorney's Office•Houston, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Integrity Division focuses on election crimes and crimes committed in the course and scope of public employment. A Paralegal within the division supports prosecutors by organizing evidence, managing case files, preparing discovery, and helping track complex investigations and prosecutions. The Paralegal plays a key role in reviewing documents and maintaining secure, well-structured case management.

Requirements

Strong organizational and case-management abilities
Effective communication and collaboration with coworkers, government agencies, and the public
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strict adherence to ethical rules and moral guidelines
Competence with legal software, document-management tools, and digital evidence platforms
Comfort with large volumes of documents, including financial records and government data

Responsibilities

Prepare reports with tasks to be completed for open cases and investigations
Monitor deadlines, schedules, and compliance with discovery obligations
Manage case files, maintain secure databases, and ensure proper handling of confidential or sensitive info
Attend witness meetings and court trials.
Support trial prep by organizing evidence and assisting ADAs as needed.
Draft GJ subpoenas and maintain GJ responses

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Wellness programs
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ten (10) vacation days per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
Eleven (11) County holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program