Civil Litigation Paralegal — Grow, Research, Impact

City of Richmond, Virgnia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney, seeks a Paralegal for the Civil Litigation Division to assist attorneys in federal and state courts. Responsibilities include drafting documents, gathering evidence, scheduling actions, and maintaining filing systems.

Strong written and verbal skills required. Qualified candidates may hold a Paralegal certificate, an associate's degree, a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and

Qualifications

• Experience with civil litigation, federal and state courts, or municipal law.
• Experience with drafting orders, preparing discovery, scheduling legal actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong ability to conduct legal research.
• Strong ability to communicate with various internal and external departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares documents related to cases; gathers information; writes, edits, and files pleadings, motions, orders, notices, and briefs in state and circuit courts; prepares distribution; writes acknowledgement letters.
• Maintains files for open cases; submits documents; opens and closes files.
• Coordinates the schedule of City Attorney and opens litigation cases; contacts internal and external departments.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associates degree in Paralegal studies

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal studies or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney, seeks a Paralegal for the Civil Litigation Division to assist attorneys in federal and state courts. Responsibilities include drafting documents, gathering evidence, scheduling actions, and maintaining filing systems.

Strong written and verbal skills required. Qualified candidates may hold a Paralegal certificate, an associate's degree, a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and