Paralegal – Grant-Funded Prosecution Support

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Job summary

The Prince George's County State's Attorney's Office is seeking a Paralegal for a full-time, grant-funded LTGF role to support Assistant State's Attorneys with a broad range of legal tasks.

The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and experience with court filings, databases, and communications with law enforcement, defense counsel, witnesses, and victims.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; High school or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Uses diplomacy and discretion in performing Office duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing motions, notices, memoranda, pleadings and related legal documents.
• Gathers and updates information in judicial/criminal databases and tracking systems.
• Researches statutes and case law; prepares documents for prosecution.
• Obtains information from law enforcement and other parties for trial preparation.
• Runs preliminary records and history checks on identified individuals.
• Communicates with defense attorneys, law enforcement, victims and witnesses.

Skills

Communication skills

Oral & written communication

Diplomacy

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Prince George's County State's Attorney's Office is seeking a Paralegal for a full-time, grant-funded LTGF role to support Assistant State's Attorneys with a broad range of legal tasks.

The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and experience with court filings, databases, and communications with law enforcement, defense counsel, witnesses, and victims.