Paralegal – Government Advice & Elected Officials

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work options

Growth opportunities

Healthcare

Child care

Paid time off

Wellness program

ASRS retirement match

Job summary

Maricopa County seeks a Paralegal to support the Government Advice and Elected Officials Practice Group within the Civil Services Division. You will assist attorneys with legal issues ranging from statutory authority to public records law and provide support to county clients and departments.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and discovery, researching statutes and cases, managing documents, and coordinating with witnesses and court filings.

Qualifications

• Paralegal studies or legal assistance degree or equivalent experience.
• Two years of paralegal, legal assistant, or related practice experience.
• Experience with legal procedures, terminology or administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits and memos.
• Assist attorneys with client communications, depositions and hearings.
• Organize records, maintain databases and assist in discovery.

Skills

Legal research

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or legal assistance

Associates in an unrelated field + Certificate in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s or higher in paralegal studies, legal assistance, or legal studies

Bachelor’s or higher in an unrelated field + Associate or Certification in paralegal studies

Tools

Court research databases

Job description

Maricopa County seeks a Paralegal to support the Government Advice and Elected Officials Practice Group within the Civil Services Division. You will assist attorneys with legal issues ranging from statutory authority to public records law and provide support to county clients and departments.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and discovery, researching statutes and cases, managing documents, and coordinating with witnesses and court filings.