Legal Case Prep Specialist - Entry Level

QDAO - Investigate/Admin; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Deferred compensation

NYC pension

Job summary

The Queens County District Attorney's Office is seeking entry-level Trial Preparation Assistants to support Assistant District Attorneys in preparing cases at all stages.

Responsibilities include interviewing police, victims and witnesses, drafting documents, gathering evidence, coordinating witnesses, and assisting in the courtroom; NY residency required. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, deferred compensation, and NYC pension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies or related area or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant is preferred.
• High school diploma or its educational equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Assistant District Attorneys with preparing cases at all stages.
• Interview police, victims and witnesses to create affidavits and gather information.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence and obtain evidence/documentation from outside sources.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal studies

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Job description

The Queens County District Attorney's Office is seeking entry-level Trial Preparation Assistants to support Assistant District Attorneys in preparing cases at all stages.

Responsibilities include interviewing police, victims and witnesses, drafting documents, gathering evidence, coordinating witnesses, and assisting in the courtroom; NY residency required. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, deferred compensation, and NYC pension.