JOB
Assist an assigned attorney or attorneys in performing substantive civil administrative and criminal legal work from time of inception through resolution and perform a variety of paralegal duties in specific areas of law.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Provide staff assistance to an assigned attorney or attorneys; assist in preparation for advisory meetings, hearings, court appearances, legislative sessions and training sessions.
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Perform legal research; gather, review and analyze documents, depositions and evidence; summarize in writing and evaluate as to legal impact; determine importance of witnesses, conduct investigations and summarize information for presentation to attorney.
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Compose pleadings, motions, orders, requests for discovery, responses, questions for depositions, memoranda of law, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements and other related legal documents; maintain confidentiality of work performed.
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Participate in meetings with attorneys and clients, conduct interviews of clients, witnesses and others relevant to lawsuits; maintain accurate and complete records of time spent on client matters.
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Set up and maintain calendar with court deadlines, depositions and a variety of legal meetings; keep assigned attorney informed of appointments, hearings and position on court dockets.
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Maintain contact with other departments, outside agencies and court regarding facts and legal issues of cases and documents needed; write letters to opposing counsel, clients, witnesses and others.
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Locate, obtain, prepare and organize exhibits for pleadings, briefs, responses, arbitrations, mediations, hearings and trials.
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Review legal documents, contracts, leases and property records to ensure legal compliance.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:-
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law.
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Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental:
Office environment; occasional courtroom environment.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time.
