Paralegal

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

7d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chattanooga is seeking a Paralegal to join the City Attorney's department. This position is responsible for managing and administering a diverse range of contracts, performing legal research, assisting with legal proceedings, and maintaining case files. The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in legal software, and excellent communication abilities. The City of Chattanooga is committed to public service and making the city the best community in the country, offering competitive compensation, work-life balance, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of work experience as a paralegal; or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
Valid Driver’s License
Knowledge in real estate title work, contract lifecycle management (CLM), legal procedures, and practices involved in composing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents, standard legal references, and their contents.
Understanding of modern office procedures, methods, computer equipment usage, court procedures, and case management.
Proficiency in personal computers and software, including Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Strong command of English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to maintaining a high level of professionalism and discretion.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate preferred.
Experience in commercial real estate law, real estate transactions, and/or land use and zoning.

Responsibilities

Manages and administers a diverse range of contracts through all phases, from origination to final execution, including drafting and preparing agreements, contracts, deeds, and pleadings in support of active litigation, and ensures all contractual documents comply with City rules and regulations.
Performs legal research and case documentation; assists with preparation for legal proceedings; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, and correspondence; and researches and analyzes legal sources—including statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes—to prepare briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, deeds, and trust instruments for the Attorney.
Organize and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and file legal documents with courts and government agencies.
Prepare and review discovery materials, subpoenas, and summons; assist in trial preparation, including the preparation of deposition summaries and abstracts of documents.
Schedule court hearings, depositions, conferences, and maintain litigation files.
Coordinate with court reporters, videographers, and opposing counsel.
Communicate with clients, witnesses, law enforcement, and court personnel.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Uses, carries, and answers cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.