Paralegal — Criminal Discovery & Case Prep Pro

Justia, Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) invites applications for a Paralegal to support Assistant District Attorneys with criminal case discovery and preparation. Responsibilities include reviewing case files, coordinating discovery requests, redacting sensitive information, and uploading materials to the case management system.

Strong organizational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office are essential; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

High school diploma and three years of community work or related duties.
Alternative: education and/or experience equivalent to above.
Paralegal Certification from an ABA-approved program.

Responsibilities

Receive, review, and assess felony case files.
Identify outstanding documents from officers, detectives, and specialized units.
Request missing discovery such as detective follow-ups, body-worn camera footage, 911 recordings, and surveillance video.
Maintain a detailed log of discovery ordered and received. Send follow-up requests for outstanding discovery.
Prepare forms used in case folders and review files to ensure paperwork is complete.
Notify officers for the grand jury and redact sensitive information upon request.
Upload received discovery into case management.
Perform other related duties as needed.