Legal Assistant I: Research & Drafting Support

County of Madera; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Madera is seeking a Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal support for assigned staff. Duties include researching legal authorities, drafting documents, and supporting litigation and pretrial preparation.

The role requires the ability to work with various county departments, maintain files, and assist attorneys with complex and routine tasks. Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of paralegal, legal secretarial, or related course work.
• Experience with legal research and drafting is preferred.
• Ability to analyze statutes, court decisions, and other authorities.
• Must possess valid driver's license (California) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare drafts of documents for attorney review.
• Analyze statutes, court decisions and other legal authorities.
• Research facts from county departments, agencies, and the public.
• Prepare drafts of opinions, ordinances, contracts, pleadings for attorney review.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting legal documents

Litigation support

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent

Tools

Legal research databases

Microsoft Word

E-filing systems

Job description

County of Madera is seeking a Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal support for assigned staff. Duties include researching legal authorities, drafting documents, and supporting litigation and pretrial preparation.

The role requires the ability to work with various county departments, maintain files, and assist attorneys with complex and routine tasks. Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is essential.