Paralegal

City of Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton is seeking a detail-oriented paralegal to support the Commonwealth’s Attorney's Office. The role involves organizing litigation files, drafting routine documents under attorney supervision, and providing casework support through discovery and trial preparation.

Candidates should have ABA-approved paralegal education or a related degree, at least two years of paralegal experience, and be prepared for a background check.

Qualifications

• Completion of an ABA-recognized paralegal program or graduation with an Associate’s/Bachelor’s in a related field.
• Minimum of two years of full-time paralegal experience or closely related work.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to offer or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Organizes litigation files and reviews/transacts records as needed.
• Drafts routine legal documents under attorney supervision; prepares briefs, opinions, motions, orders, complaints, affidavits, subpoenas, and related documents.
• Provides litigation support from arrest warrant through discovery and trial, including pleadings, subpoenas, data entry, and case management.
• Files legal documents with courts and administrative agencies.
• Responds to routine information requests from City departments, criminal justice agencies, and the public.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Education

ABA-accredited paralegal program or related degree

Job description

“Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring.”

Would you like to join us in serving the citizens of Hampton? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If so, come join our team! We are dedicated to advocating for victims and seeking justice. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, a rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other perks and benefits.

The purpose of the class is to provide responsible and confidential paraprofessional work in support of the professional legal staff of the Commonwealth’s Attorney's Office. The class works under general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

*This position does not have remote work or telework options and will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of a paralegal program recognized by the American Bar Association or graduation from a college or university with a related Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of full-time equivalent paralegal work or closely related experience.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• Organizes litigation files and reviews and organizes transactional records as needed.
• Drafts routine legal documents under direct attorney supervision; prepares and drafts briefs, opinions, proceedings, motions, orders, complaints, affidavits, subpoena, and other documents to facilitate legal action or construct a case file under attorney supervision.
• Provides litigation support from initial receipt of arrest warrant through discovery and trial including, but not limited to, preparation of case-related pleadings and documents, preparation of subpoenas, case management data entry, statistical collection and data entry, and other duties as assigned.
• Files legal documents with courts and administrative agencies.
• Responds to routine information requests from other City departments, criminal justice agencies, and the public.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other related duties as required.