Paralegal

City of Richmond, Virgnia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney, seeks a Paralegal for the Civil Litigation Division to assist attorneys in federal and state courts. Responsibilities include drafting documents, gathering evidence, scheduling actions, and maintaining filing systems.

Strong written and verbal skills required. Qualified candidates may hold a Paralegal certificate, an associate's degree, a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and

Qualifications

• Experience with civil litigation, federal and state courts, or municipal law.
• Experience with drafting orders, preparing discovery, scheduling legal actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong ability to conduct legal research.
• Strong ability to communicate with various internal and external departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares documents related to cases; gathers information; writes, edits, and files pleadings, motions, orders, notices, and briefs in state and circuit courts; prepares distribution; writes acknowledgement letters.
• Maintains files for open cases; submits documents; opens and closes files.
• Coordinates the schedule of City Attorney and opens litigation cases; contacts internal and external departments.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associates degree in Paralegal studies

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal studies or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y. RESPECT. EQUITY. ACCOUNTABILITY. DIVERSITY… YOU!!!
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:

• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Language Incentive
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Assistance Program

Description

The anticipated pay range for this position is $65,000 -$69,000 annually.

The City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney, is seeking to fill the position of Paralegal for its Civil Litigation Division. The purpose of the position is to provide assistance to attorneys in the Civil Litigation Division with matters in federal, state trial and appellate courts. The position will undertake other assignments as needed. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage numerous assignments simultaneously and to work independently with the support of multiple attorneys. Experience in civil litigation law is desired. Job duties will consist of, but are not limited to, investigation, research, legal documentation preparation, coordinating and scheduling legal actions, compiling, and organizing documents and exhibits, drafting routine and specialized documents, and maintaining departmental filing systems.

The successful candidate will have a Paralegal certificate, an associate’s degree in paralegal studies, a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or other disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must also have strong written and verbal skills. The position will undertake other assignments as needed.

This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the City Attorney. EEO/AA.

The position will remain open until filled.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Prepares various documents related to cases; gathers information; writes, edits, and prepares documents for authorization; prepares and files pleadings, motions, orders, notices, and briefs in Richmond Circuit Court and General District Court; prepares orders of confirmation and distribution; prepares acknowledgement letters for claimants.
• Maintains files for open cases; prepares and submits documents; opens and closes files.
• Coordinates the schedule of City Attorney and opens litigation cases; contacts necessary internal and external departments.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience with civil litigation, federal and state courts, or municipal law
• Experience with drafting orders, preparing discovery, scheduling legal actions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong ability to conduct legal research.
• Strong ability to communicate with various internal and external departments.
• Keen ability to pay attention to details and ability to remain organized.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Considerable knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Paralegal certificate,
• Associates degree in Paralegal studies,
• Bachelor's degree in Paralegal studies or other discipline; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Compliance with additional requirements that may be established by the City of Richmond.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at [e-mail].

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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