Municipal Corporate Paralegal – Open Records & Contracts

City of Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Colorado Springs is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support the City Attorney's Office within the Corporate Division. You will handle records requests (CORA/CCJRA), conduct legal research, and assist with drafting ordinances, resolutions, and contracts while supporting bankruptcy and intellectual property matters in a fast-paced municipal environment.

The role emphasizes multitasking, coordination, and collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field.
• 1 year of full-time, professional paralegal or legal support experience.
• Colorado Notary Public Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CORA and Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act requests by collecting, reviewing, and responding by deadlines.
• Perform legal research as directed by attorneys and the Corporate Division Chief.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, and contracts.
• Provide paralegal support to Bankruptcy and Intellectual Property matters.
• Perform other duties of the City Attorney's office as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Strong communication

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in legal studies

Job description

City of Colorado Springs is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support the City Attorney's Office within the Corporate Division. You will handle records requests (CORA/CCJRA), conduct legal research, and assist with drafting ordinances, resolutions, and contracts while supporting bankruptcy and intellectual property matters in a fast-paced municipal environment.

The role emphasizes multitasking, coordination, and collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.