Criminal Defense Paralegal — Northern Arizona Practice

GRAND CANYON LAW GROUP LLC

Flagstaff (AZ)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Grand Canyon Law Group LLC is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal to support our Northern Arizona practice. The role requires handling felony and misdemeanor matters across Coconino, Mohave, Navajo, Apache counties, with potential in Yavapai County.

You will review discovery, maintain client relationships, and assist attorneys from intake through resolution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable with significant travel and diverse court procedures

Qualifications

Certificate of completion from an accredited paralegal program or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of paralegal experience in a criminal defense setting.
Direct criminal defense experience required.

Responsibilities

Review, organize, and summarize criminal case discovery (police reports, body-worn footage, dash cam footage, audio, photos, lab results, interviews, and related reports).
Identify missing, incomplete, or outstanding disclosure and follow up as needed.
Draft and prepare legal documents under attorney supervision (Notices of Appearance, Requests for Discovery, Motions to Compel, Motions to Modify Release Conditions, settlement & sentencing memoranda, subpoenas).
Assist attorneys with felony and misdemeanor case preparation and management.
Prepare discovery summaries, case timelines, witness information, and case status updates for attorney review.
Communicate with clients professionally and compassionately by phone, email, and text; maintain strong client relationships.