Hybrid Paralegal, Gun Violence Prevention Unit

Massachusetts AGO; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Massachusetts AGO seeks a Paralegal for the Gun Violence Prevention Unit (GVPU) in the Consumer Protection Division. The role supports attorneys, investigators, and witnesses in enforcement and litigation, including fact gathering, document review, and trial preparation.

The position, based in Boston with regional offices, emphasizes public safety, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with government, industry, and communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated interest in public safety and ability to master new legal, factual, regulatory topics.
• Strong research, data analysis, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Great organizational skills; ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp complex concepts.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Commitment to public interest.
• Experience supporting document- and data-intensive investigations is helpful.
• Familiarity with Westlaw and LexisNexis is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist GVPU attorneys, investigators, and witnesses with case work.
• Conduct fact gathering, document review, and evidence compilation.
• Support trial preparation and depositions.
• Monitor settlements and post-judgment relief.
• Assist with regulatory filings and stakeholder coordination.
• Support investigations into industry and corporate conduct.

Skills

Research skills

Data analysis

Advocacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

MS Office

Job description

Massachusetts AGO seeks a Paralegal for the Gun Violence Prevention Unit (GVPU) in the Consumer Protection Division. The role supports attorneys, investigators, and witnesses in enforcement and litigation, including fact gathering, document review, and trial preparation.

The position, based in Boston with regional offices, emphasizes public safety, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with government, industry, and communities.