Paralegal

Dallas City Hall; Town of Marilla (NY); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dallas City Hall is seeking a Paralegal to support one or more Assistant City Attorneys in all aspects of legal work, including discovery, trial prep, and document handling. The role requires preparing pleadings, maintaining case files, and coordinating depositions and hearings with witnesses and attorneys.

Responsibilities include updating city ordinances, collecting documentary evidence, and performing legal research.

Formación

• Three years of municipal law experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Legal Services, Business Management, or related field.
• Familiarity with regulations, statutes and case law.

Responsabilidades

• Assist one or more Assistant City Attorneys with discovery and trial prep.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, and calendar notifications.
• Intake changes and updates to city ordinances and codes.
• Gather and organize documentary evidence; draft legal documents.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and responses; maintain trial notebooks.
• Authenticate records and perform legal research as needed.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Case management

Written communication

Office software

Document drafting

Witness coordination

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Legal Services

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

Paralegal page is loaded## Paralegallocations: 1500 MARILLAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 17, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: 26-29692**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.**we're committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that's committed to service, innovation, and community.**Job Summary**Assists one or more Assistant City Attorneys with the details of all aspects of legal work, carrying out legal dutiessuch as researching legal issues; preparation of documents pertaining to the handling of cases; collection ofdocumentary evidence and information; securing copies of regulations, statutes and case reports; and the screeningand processing of correspondence. This position reports to and performance is evaluated by an Assistant CityAttorney.**Job Description****Overview**The Paralegal assists and supports one or more Assistant City Attorneys with the details of all aspects of legal and related clerical or research work. Prepares documents pertaining to the handling of cases, collects documentary evidence and information, secures copies of regulations, statutes, and case reports, and processes correspondence.**Essential Functions****1** Responds to requests for interrogatories and other requests for discovery, production and admission ofevidence; assists attorney in preparation of witnesses and documents for presentation in trial, deposition, or hearings.**2** Contacts, communicates, and engages with witnesses and other attorneys in connection with the scheduling or canceling of depositions, hearings, etc.; maintains calendar and ensures all parties are notifies of trials, hearings, and other important meetings; attends trials and hearings, organizes documents, contacts witnesses, and summarizes testimony; prepares and organizes necessary trial exhibits.**3** Intakes and coordinates changes, updates and development of City ordinances; ensures the accuracy in printing and monitors the disbursement of ordinance code book and related information.**4** Collects and organizes documentary evidence as needed from specific city departments; conducts factual investigation by visiting scene, taking photographs, and interviewing witnesses; drafts requests for production, admissions, interrogatories, and summarizes depositions as part of discovery procedures.**5** Secures copies of regulations, statutes and case law reports; maintains case files and keeps trial notebook updated; prepares and drafts legal documents required in pleadings, motions, and responses.**6** Arranges for authentication of medical, employment, or business records through affidavit or writtenquestions for deposition; researches and investigates legal publications and cases to ensure extraction of pertinent decisions on points of law and checks writ histories.**7** Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.**Knowledge and Skills****1** Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices.**2** Knowledge of the principles of civil and criminal law, city ordinances, state and federal laws, established precedents and sources of legal reference.**3** Knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence.**4** Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, practices and reference utilized in legal research.**5** Ability to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence and precedents relevant in assigned cases.**6** Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.**7** Communicating effectively orally and in writing.**8** Knowledge of customer service and related skills.**9** Ability to use office machines and computer software.**10** Ability to perform under pressure.**11** Ability to prepare routine correspondence and communication.**12** Establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships.**Experience**3 years experience in municipal law.**Licenses and Certifications**None**Education**Bachelor's Degree in Legal Services, Business Management, or Administration or a related field.The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.Contact: [e-mail]