Paralegal

Llboearlychildhood; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe seeks a paralegal to support the Legal Division, performing research and drafting on Federal Indian Law issues, and assisting attorneys with court-related tasks. The role emphasizes confidentiality, professional ethics, and collaboration within a legal team.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in paralegal studies, strong MS Office skills, and at least five years of administrative experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent course of study preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred.
• At least five (5) years of administrative work experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with tribal governments, Federal Indian Law, Tribal Law, and the history of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software is required.
• Problem-solving, reporting, and administrative writing skills are required.
• The ability to analyze legal information is required.
• The ability to work professionally in a team environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Study and research Federal Indian Law issues and cases, as needed by attorneys.
• Attend various court hearings involving Federal Indian law issues and cases, assisting attorneys with research.
• Advocate on behalf of the Band regarding federal Indian Law issues under attorney direction.
• Provide administrative office support to attorneys, including filing and records management, and working with the Tribal Court on matters involving the Band.
• Assist with the research, development, and drafting of codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies in various areas.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to legal team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Attend and/or conduct all mandatory meetings and trainings as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics at all times.
• Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for all Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe positions.
• Travel in and out of the state on a possibly regular basis.
• Understanding and sensitivity to Native American culture.
• Adhere to policies governing staff conduct.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Administrative writing

Teamwork

Research

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s Degree in Law/Paralegal Studies/related field

Five years administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

License/Certification Requirements: Valid Driver’s License, current insurance or be insurable.

Summary: Will perform paralegal work by assisting in supporting the projects, programs, and goals of the Legal Division.

Education Requirements and Experience:

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent course of study preferred.

At least five (5) years of administrative work experience is preferred.

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Knowledge and familiarity with: tribal governments, Federal Indian Law, Tribal Law, and the history of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.

Experience with Microsoft Office software is required.

Problem-solving, reporting, and administrative writing skills are required.

The ability to analyze legal information is required.

The ability to work professionally in a team environment is required.

Supervisory Duties:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Work effectively with minimal supervision.

Study and research Federal Indian Law issues and cases, as needed by attorneys.

Attend various court hearings involving Federal Indian law issues and cases, assisting attorneys with research.

As appropriate and under the direction of an attorney, advocate on behalf of the Band regarding federal Indian Law issues.

Provide administrative office support to attorneys, including filing and records management, and working with the Tribal Court on matters involving the Band.

Assist with the research, development, and drafting of codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies in various areas.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Contributes to legal team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Attend and or conduct all mandatory meetings and trainings as required.

Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics at all times.

Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for all Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe positions.

Travel in and out of the state on a possibly regular basis.

Understanding and sensitivity to Native American culture.

Adhere to policies governing staff conduct.

All other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work with some standing, reaching, kneeling and bending involved with the filing process.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Subject to internal working conditions.

Non-smoking environment.

All Addresses

Cass Lake , Minnesota 56633 , United States

LLBO will not discriminate in the administration of its employment policies on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, color, gender, age, disability, political preference, sex, sexual preference, or marital status.