Paralegal

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Office of Legal Services, Employment Standards Division, seeks a Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support. You will draft and file documents, research statutes, organize case materials, and assist staff attorneys in matters before courts and agencies.

This role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and professional collaboration, with mentoring from staff attorneys and exposure to the full lifecycle of a legal case, from investigation to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting legal work through legal research, writing, litigation support, case preparation, document review, records management, or comparable administrative coordination.
• Experience researching, interpreting, and applying laws, rules, regulations, court requirements, policies, procedures, or other authoritative materials.
• Experience preparing, proofreading, organizing, and filing formal documents requiring accuracy, consistency,

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research: Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, codes, court decisions, rules, and other legal authorities to support staff attorneys and case preparation.
• Prepare legal documents: Drafts briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, affidavits, subpoenas, discovery requests, amended articles, and related documents for attorney review and use.
• File legal materials: Prepares and files documents with state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and hearing offices in accordance with applicable requirements and deadlines.
• Investigate case matters: Assists with fact development by interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, reviewing information, and organizing supporting documentation.
• Manage case records: Maintains, organizes, and updates case files and legal records to promote accuracy, accessibility, confidentiality, and efficient legal operations.
• Track critical deadlines: Calendars hearings, briefing schedules, filing deadlines, and other key dates; provides reminders to attorneys and relevant parties.
• Coordinate professionally: Communicates and collaborates effectively with attorneys, clients, court personnel, agency staff, and outside parties in a professional and diplomatic manner.
• Prioritize legal support: Manages multiple cases and assignments, adjusts priorities as needs change, and completes work accurately within tight deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Court filings

Case management

Calendar management

Fact investigation

Professional communication

Attention to detail

Job description

The Legal Services team supports lawful, effective public service that benefits Montana communities, workers, and businesses. As a Paralegal, you will provide vital legal and administrative support that helps the Office of Legal Services deliver timely, accurate, and well-organized work. This role offers an opportunity to apply and grow your legal-support skills in a collaborative environment that values professionalism, sound judgment, and continuous improvement.

MISSION STATEMENT: Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity.

It's about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments. Learn more about DLIhere.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Legal Services provides legal guidance, representation, and support to advance the work of the Employment Standards Division. The Paralegal conducts legal research, prepares and files legal documents, organizes case materials, and supports staff attorneys in managing matters before courts, administrative agencies, and hearing offices. This position helps ensure that legal work is accurate, timely, and accessible by maintaining reliable case records, monitoring deadlines, and coordinating effectively with internal and external partners. The successful candidate will balance multiple assignments while providing professional, service-oriented support to the Office of Legal Services.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Direct experience preparing, filing, and managing legal documents before Montana courts, administrative agencies, and hearing offices
• Mentorship from staff attorneys while researching statutes, regulations, and case law that shape real Employment Standards Division matters
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of a legal case - from fact investigation and evidence gathering through deadline tracking and case resolution
• Skill-building in legal writing, discovery, and litigation support that strengthens your paralegal or legal-studies career
• The chance to see your work directly protect Montana workers and support fair, lawful business practices
• A professional foundation that can open doors to further roles within Montana's legal and regulatory workforce

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct legal research: Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, codes, court decisions, rules, and other legal authorities to support staff attorneys and case preparation.
• Prepare legal documents: Drafts briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, affidavits, subpoenas, discovery requests, amended articles, and related documents for attorney review and use.
• File legal materials: Prepares and files documents with state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and hearing offices in accordance with applicable requirements and deadlines.
• Investigate case matters: Assists with fact development by interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, reviewing information, and organizing supporting documentation.
• Manage case records: Maintains, organizes, and updates case files and legal records to promote accuracy, accessibility, confidentiality, and efficient legal operations.
• Track critical deadlines: Calendars hearings, briefing schedules, filing deadlines, and other key dates; provides reminders to attorneys and relevant parties.
• Coordinate professionally: Communicates and collaborates effectively with attorneys, clients, court personnel, agency staff, and outside parties in a professional and diplomatic manner.
• Prioritize legal support: Manages multiple cases and assignments, adjusts priorities as needs change, and completes work accurately within tight deadlines.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Legal research and analysis: Research, interpret, and apply statutes, regulations, court decisions, rules, and other legal authorities; analyze case law; and verify that legal authority remains current.
• Legal document preparation: Draft, format, proofread, and revise a variety of legal documents with close attention to accuracy, completeness, consistency, and attorney direction.
• Court and agency filing: Prepare and submit legal documents to state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and hearing offices while following applicable filing requirements and procedures.
• Case management and organization: Maintain organized, complete, and accessible case files, legal records, evidence, correspondence, and related materials.
• Deadline and calendar management: Track hearings, briefing schedules, filing dates, and other critical deadlines; organize priorities; and take proactive steps to support timely completion of work.
• Fact investigation and documentation: Gather, evaluate, and organize information through witness interviews, evidence collection, document review, and other case-development activities.
• Professional communication: Communicate clearly, respectfully, and diplomatically in writing and verbally with attorneys, clients, court staff, agency personnel, and external partners.
• Accuracy and adaptability: Produce high-quality work with strong attention to detail while managing changing priorities, multiple assignments, and time-sensitive legal matters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience)

• Demonstrated experience supporting legal work through legal research, writing, litigation support, case preparation, document review, records management, or comparable administrative coordination.
• Experience researching, interpreting, and applying laws, rules, regulations, court requirements, policies, procedures, or other authoritative materials.
• Experience preparing, proofreading, organizing, and filing formal documents requiring accuracy, consistency,