Paralegal

Lake County Government•Leadville, CO

6d•$50,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Paralegal or Legal Assistant provides legal and administrative support to the Lake County Attorney in civil and administrative matters, including land use, property tax, elections, employment, open records compliance, contracts, and civil litigation. The role supports efficient legal operations and the timely, accurate delivery of legal services across county departments. The position assists with legal research and preparation of legal documents, manages case files and public records requests, and drafts and organizes contracts and administrative documents. It also supports correspondence, office workflow, scheduling, deadline tracking, and occasional trial preparation. The work is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to offsite meetings or facilities. Lake County employees may also be required to serve as Disaster Service Workers during a declared local emergency or disaster and attend related training and exercises as requested.

Requirements

Certificate or degree in paralegal studies, a legal assistant program, or a related field; or equivalent experience in a legal environment.
Strong proficiency in document management systems, legal research tools, and the Microsoft Office suite.
Strong understanding of legal procedures and terminology, and specific areas of local government law.
Familiarity with, or ability to learn, Colorado statutes and regulations relating to land use, property tax, and governmental procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting legal documents and interacting with stakeholders.
Superior organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize workloads effectively.
Discretion, tact, and ethical responsibility when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Authorization to lawfully work for any employer in the United States; Lake County cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence for civil cases and administrative matters.
Conduct legal research and summarize local ordinances, statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to county governance, land use, and departmental needs.
Prepare drafts of legal documents and correspondence for the County Attorney.
Organize and maintain case files, including tracking and making discovery materials and evidence accessible.
Manage public records requests under the Colorado Open Records Act in collaboration with the County Attorney’s Office.
Draft, review, manage, and organize contracts, agreements, and resolutions across county departments, ensuring legal compliance and appropriate record-keeping.
Draft official correspondence and communications under attorney supervision.
Coordinate with county staff, departments, and external stakeholders to support effective communication and compliance with county policies and procedures.
Provide administrative and clerical support, including file organization, task management, and reporting.
Assist with scheduling meetings and coordination with the County Attorney, County Officials, and Department Directors, and monitor filing and court deadlines.
Support trial preparation by organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with witnesses or court clerks.
Attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested and, if required during a declared emergency or disaster, serve as a Disaster Service Worker.