Paralegal - County Attorney

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

3d•$23 - $31

About The Position

REVISED THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A REGISTER for current and future PARALEGAL vacancies which serves all levels/assignments of Paralegal in the Pima County Attorney's Office. Performs paraprofessional legal work assisting attorneys in case preparation. Work ranges from handling routine assignments to autonomous decision-making in coordinating, processing, and monitoring complex and specialized legal casework. For more information about the Pima County Attorney's Office, please visit their website at http://www.pcao.pima.gov

Requirements

Associate’s degree in paralegal, legal assistant, law, business, legal secretary, criminal justice, political science, interdisciplinary studies, regional development, communications or a closely related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment or a certificate of completion in paralegal or legal assistant studies from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved program at an accredited college or university. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Two years of work experience performing paraprofessional-level work in a law office or legal setting as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary, or work involving legal procedures, terminology, or administration as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Valid driver license is required at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

Manages caseload involving specialized areas of law (criminal and civil) and recommends appropriate legal action
Compiles, coordinates and analyzes case information throughout all phases of case administration and initiates appropriate action to start legal proceedings
Plans, develops and organizes all phases of work, prioritizes sequences of work, monitors progress and follows-up to completion
Researches and conducts investigations of credit histories, locating financial data and place of residence using automated data systems and restricted access sources
Conducts legal research through the use of computerized legal research (Lexis and Westlaw) or statutes, U.S. Constitution, legal periodicals, law reviews, digests, legal encyclopedias, codes, regional and federal reporters, slip opinions and various case law
Updates or shepardizes case law to distinguish and analogize the case to the fact situation at hand
Identifies applicable statutes or rules that are in force and effect for the particular matter
Drafts routine and complex legal documents, motions, interrogatories, arguments, briefs, opinions, petitions, changes of plea, contracts and ordinances
Responds to motions, discovery requests, interrogatories, petitions, plea agreements, writs and orders
Coordinates between the assigned department and other governmental agencies to include out of state jurisdictions
Acts as liaison for attorney to the courts, law enforcement agencies, other county departments, clients and the public
Prepares memos and letters regarding attorney client privilege and confidential matters
Upholds confidentiality and adheres to ethical standards in all tasks
Provides administrative support to attorneys and legal staff as required.

Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

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