Performs paraprofessional legal work and conducts research in a legal division in a state agency.
This class is designed for journey level paralegal work, conducting research into legal issues arising in the operation of state departments and agencies.
Conducts extensive legal research. Creates reports and documents for attorneys. Assists in, and in less complex cases are responsible for, the preparation, summarization, and interpretation of legal documents and pleadings. Assist attorney with writing briefs, pleadings and other legal documents. Monitor major changes to laws, guidelines, or regulations. Organize and track case files. Uses existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to prepare information for pending cases. Identify relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes and other pertinent materials. Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records.
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and organizational functions. Knowledge of legal research techniques and legal data base software. Knowledge of legal communication principles and practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to perform legal research in accordance with preliminary instructions as to methods or approach, source material available, and policy and precedent of the office.
Some position may require a Paralegal Certificate or an Associate degree in paralegal studies.
A high school diploma and experience in providing administrative support for an attorney(s) or a legal office.