Municipal Paralegal & Litigation Support

City of Titusville; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Titusville is seeking a highly responsible paralegal and administrative professional to support the City Attorney’s Office. The role covers legal paraprofessional duties, clerical tasks, and independent judgment in accordance with city policies.

Responsibilities include preparing and filing pleadings, discovery, and court documents, coordinating court appearances, and maintaining case files and calendars. Strong communication with the public and city staff is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with secretarial training.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible legal secretarial experience.
• Associate's degree in business or general education is preferred.
• Ability to type 45 wpm and transcribe material using recording devices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, writs of garnishment, and related filings.
• File all legal documents electronically through Florida Court E-filing portal and federal court systems; monitor court deadlines and hearings.
• Draft, serve, and respond to discovery.
• Track garnishments, subpoenas, judgments, settlements, and other post-judgment activities.
• Communicate with opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and third parties regarding case updates.

Job description

The City of Titusville is seeking a highly responsible paralegal and administrative professional to support the City Attorney’s Office. The role covers legal paraprofessional duties, clerical tasks, and independent judgment in accordance with city policies.

Responsibilities include preparing and filing pleadings, discovery, and court documents, coordinating court appearances, and maintaining case files and calendars. Strong communication with the public and city staff is essential.