Top 11 Paralegal for public defender Jobs in New York State

Paralegal - PD Office
Chautauqua County Government —Mayville, NY
- $30.60 - $40.22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
15h
Director of Special Litigation
Legal Aid Society —New York, NY
- $165,000 - $171,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Paralegal Specialist - (County Attorney) (HELPs)
Saratoga County —Ballston Spa, NY
- $62,709 - $80,136 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Business Administration
5d
Director of People & Culture
Office Of The Appellate Defender —New York, NY
- $100,950 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Staff Attorney - Homicide Defense Team
Neighborhood Defender Service Inc —New York, NY
- $104,949.73 - $181,572.65 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Experienced Attorney, Criminal Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $80,000 - $157,261 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 403(b)
Paralegal, Immigration Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $63,113 - $69,863 a year
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 403(b)
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Attorney, Integrated Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $81,000 - $157,261 a year
- Online Application
- 1 year
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 403(b)
Quick Apply
Social Work Supervisor, Homicide Unit
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $125,000 - $140,000 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 403(b)
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Staff Attorney: Immigration Program – Removal Defense
Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project —Batavia, NY
- $72,725 - $95,106 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Reliable transportation
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Bilingual (Spanish/English) Immigration Paralegal
Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project —Batavia, NY
- $52,150 - $55,753 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Paralegal - PD Office

Chautauqua County Government
Mayville, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$30.60 - $40.22 an hour
15 hours ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Associate's degree in political science
Trial material preparation assistance
Court record maintenance
Property research for title search
Business support experience for legal executives
Caseload management
Associate's degree in paralegal studies
Paralegal Studies
Collaborating with government agencies
Legal document sorting and filing
Mid-level
Legal appeal drafting
Legal Studies
Criminal Justice
Regulatory legal research
Analysis skills
Associate's degree in criminal justice
Legal administrative experience
Trial attendance assistance
Case law analysis
Real estate documentation review
Document review
Organizational skills
Court case file organization
Bachelor's degree in political science
Bachelor's degree in legal studies
Public records
Legal research databases
Productivity software
Legal case management

Full Job Description

Paralegal
Chautauqua County Public Defender's Office – Mayville, NY
Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Provisional Civil Service Appointment

The Chautauqua County Public Defender's Office is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Paralegal to join our team in Mayville, New York. This full-time position offers an opportunity to perform meaningful legal work supporting attorneys who provide high-quality legal representation to members of our community.

As a Paralegal, you will perform a variety of substantive legal, administrative, and research duties while working under the supervision of licensed attorneys. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while exercising sound independent judgment.

What You'll Do

Prepare legal documents, pleadings, motions, correspondence, affidavits, petitions, and other legal filings for attorney review.
Conduct legal research using electronic databases, statutes, case law, court decisions, administrative regulations, and other legal resources.
Assist attorneys with trial and hearing preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witnesses, reviewing testimony, and researching legal issues.
Support post-trial activities, including reviewing court decisions, proposed orders, appeals, and drafting legal motions.
Review deeds, court records, legal filings, and real property documents.
Conduct title searches and research documents through courts, clerk's offices, and other public records.
Manage assigned legal files from intake through attorney review while maintaining accurate documentation and follow-up.
Prepare legal memoranda, summaries, briefs, and reports.
File legal documents with the courts and maintain organized case files.
Serve as a liaison with clients, courts, government agencies, caseworkers, and other stakeholders.
Respond to requests for information and assist with legal and administrative inquiries.
Perform related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will have:

Strong legal research and analytical skills.
Excellent written communication and document drafting abilities.
Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize a busy caseload while meeting deadlines.
Professionalism when working with clients, attorneys, courts, and partner agencies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research databases.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:

Option A

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Paralegal, Political Science, or Criminal Justice, AND
Two (2) years of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or clerical assistant to an attorney.

Option B

Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Paralegal, Political Science, or Criminal Justice, or a Certificate of Completion in Paralegal or Paralegal Studies, AND
Four (4) years of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or clerical assistant to an attorney.

Experience Note:
Qualifying experience must include substantive legal work such as preparing legal documents and providing direct assistance with legal processes under the supervision of an attorney.

Appointment Information

This position will be filled on a provisional basis in accordance with New York State Civil Service Law. Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully competing in and being reachable on a future Civil Service eligible list for this title.

Pay: $30.60 - $40.22 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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paralegal for public defender jobs in new york state

Paralegal - PD Office

Director of Special Litigation

Paralegal Specialist - (County Attorney) (HELPs)

Director of People & Culture

Staff Attorney - Homicide Defense Team

Experienced Attorney, Criminal Defense Practice

Paralegal, Immigration Practice

Attorney, Integrated Defense Practice

Social Work Supervisor, Homicide Unit

Staff Attorney: Immigration Program – Removal Defense

Bilingual (Spanish/English) Immigration Paralegal

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