Paralegal

The Resource Co; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Resource Co. is seeking an experienced Paralegal for a Municipal Law role with a City Attorney's Office. You will support attorneys through legal research, document prep, case management, property research, and public records compliance in a government setting.

The ideal candidate will have strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a professional government environment. This is a full-time opportunity with meaningful public-sector legal work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years paralegal experience or equivalent
• NC State Bar Certified Paralegal or eligible within six months
• Notary Public in NC or ability to obtain within three months
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research in Real Property Law, Land Use/Zoning, Contracts
• Draft liens, pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, contracts
• Manage public records requests, discovery, subpoenas
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
• Coordinate with attorneys, city departments, courts, public

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 3 years paralegal experience

Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies + 5 years

High School Diploma/GED + 10 years paralegal experience

Tools

NC eCourts system

Register of Deeds databases

Job description

Join a respected municipal legal team and make an impact in your community. Our Client is seeking an experienced Paralegal to provide critical legal support within a fast-paced City Attorney's Office. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of legal matters, including municipal law, real estate transactions, land use law, contracts, litigation support, public records compliance, and government legal operations.

Job Title: Paralegal - Municipal Law

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

The Paralegal serves as a key member of the legal team, supporting attorneys through legal research, document preparation, case management, property research, public records compliance, and administrative legal functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a professional government environment.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Research & Case Support

• Conduct legal research in areas including:
• Real Property Law
• Land Use and Zoning
• Contracts and Transactional Law
• Research property records for real estate transactions, enforcement actions, and tax foreclosure matters.
• Utilize the North Carolina eCourts system, local court records, and Register of Deeds databases.

Legal Document Preparation

• Draft and prepare: Liens, Lis Pendens, Pleadings, Motions, Legal Briefs, Memoranda, Contracts, Ordinances, Resolutions
• Assist with legal correspondence and communications.

Public Records & Litigation Support

• Public Records Requests
• Discovery Responses
• Subpoena Compliance
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Track deadlines and manage case-related documentation.

Administrative & Client Support

• Communicate regularly with attorneys, city departments, courts, outside counsel, and members of the public.
• Assist with special legal projects and research assignments.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties as needed.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• One of the following: Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of paralegal experience; OR
• Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field and at least 5 years of paralegal experience; OR
• High School Diploma/GED and at least 10 years of paralegal experience.

Certifications

• North Carolina State Bar Certified Paralegal, or eligible to sit for the next available certification exam and become certified within six months of hire.
• North Carolina Notary Public, or ability to obtain within three months of hire.

Why Apply?

• Meaningful public-sector legal work
• Diverse and challenging caseload
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for continued career growth and certification advancement
• Stable, full-time employment with a respected organization