Criminal Prosecution Paralegal - Case & Discovery

City of Perrysburg; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Perrysburg seeks an administrative professional to support the Prosecutor’s Office with case reviews, discovery, and document management. You will coordinate files, prepare case materials, and assist in trial preparation to ensure timely filings and accurate records.

You will also interact with victims, maintain calendars, and help navigate court processes, statutes, and policy changes, requiring professionalism and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, or related field.
• Three years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Paralegal certification and Registered or Certified Victim Advocate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preliminary case reviews: reviews case files and documentation; reviews rules of procedure and calendar deadlines; gathers initial facts, documents, and evidence; enters information into department database; prepares case documentation as needed; forwards information to attorneys for prosecution; maintains all related documentation.
• Conducts discovery investigations: coordinates collection and review of files and documents; gathers, organizes, summarizes, and analyzes data; drafts and/or reviews responses to discovery requests; redacts discovery as needed; prepares chronologies; reviews hearing notices and publications.
• Manages document production: obtains and reviews documents; conducts initial review for privileged/confidential information; confers with Prosecutor to determine which documents to produce; organizes and manages document production, including reviewing, redacting, indexing, and organizing documents; follows up on outstanding discovery requests.
• Participates in trial preparation: prepares case files with key information and witness information; discusses courtroom etiquette with clients and witnesses; organizes, marks, and indexes trial exhibits; assists attorney during trial as needed.
• Drafts routine responses to motions and briefs: performs research and compiles necessary information; prepares exhibits; researches and confirms validity of case history; reviews, proofs, and submits documentation to appropriate personnel; coordinates service of briefs and court filings.
• Provides assistance to victims of crimes: contacts victim by phone or letter; completes intake forms; determines and evaluates victim experiences and needs; makes referrals and recommendations regarding counseling, safety needs and concerns, housing, food and other needs; explains and provides information and assistance regarding criminal justice processes, what to expect in their particular cases, victim's rights, victim notification of custody status changes and case information, temporary protective orders, bond conditions, compensation and restitution programs, etc.; remains in contact with the victim throughout their case and provides updates and support.

Skills

Data Utilization

Verbal Aptitude

Mathematical Aptitude

Functional Reasoning

Situational Reasoning

Human Interaction

Equipment Utilization

Education

Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, or related field

Three years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal

Tools

Job description

The City of Perrysburg seeks an administrative professional to support the Prosecutor’s Office with case reviews, discovery, and document management. You will coordinate files, prepare case materials, and assist in trial preparation to ensure timely filings and accurate records.

You will also interact with victims, maintain calendars, and help navigate court processes, statutes, and policy changes, requiring professionalism and attention to detail.