Hybrid Municipal Paralegal – Real Estate & Contracts

Town of Garner, NC; Garner (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Garner, NC is seeking a qualified paralegal to join the Legal Services Department. The role will support a broad range of municipal government legal work, including real property, contracts, civil litigation, and public safety matters.

Hybrid work options may be available based on department needs. Ideal candidates will have an associate or bachelor’s degree in a legal field, relevant experience, and proficiency with the NC Enterprise Justice Portal and E-File/Serve systems.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in a relevant field with experience in title searches, contract review, drafting and editing legal documents, litigation support, or law office administrative work.
• Licensure and credentialing requirements including Notary Public or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Proficiency with NC Enterprise Justice Portal and E-File/Serve systems.
• Valid driver’s license and notary status in good standing or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct long-term and short-term legal research.
• Interpret and explain federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct real property title searches and participate in acquisitions of land and easements.
• Review contracts, leases, and other agreements for compliance with law and ordinances.
• Draft agenda memos, reports, resolutions, and ordinances for Town Council meetings.
• Prepare litigation documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery requests.

Education

Associate Degree in Paralegal Program or Legal Studies

Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science, or Paralegal Studies

Notary Public in good standing or eligibility within 12 months

Valid driver’s license

Tools

NC Enterprise Justice Portal

E-File and Serve systems

Job description

The Town of Garner, NC is seeking a qualified paralegal to join the Legal Services Department. The role will support a broad range of municipal government legal work, including real property, contracts, civil litigation, and public safety matters.

Hybrid work options may be available based on department needs. Ideal candidates will have an associate or bachelor’s degree in a legal field, relevant experience, and proficiency with the NC Enterprise Justice Portal and E-File/Serve systems.