Paralegal I/II: Decarceration & Litigation Support

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Office of the Public Defender seeks a Paralegal I/II for the Decarceration Initiative. This grant-funded role supports intake, eligibility determinations, attorney assignments, and data collection to ensure grant reporting compliance.

Strong communication with incarcerated clients and partner organizations is essential. The position partners with panel and staff attorneys, conducts legal research, drafts pleadings, and supports complex post-conviction work to advance decarceration

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
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Responsibilities

• Coordinate client intake and eligibility determinations for Juvenile Restoration Act and Second Look Act.

Job description

Maryland Office of the Public Defender seeks a Paralegal I/II for the Decarceration Initiative. This grant-funded role supports intake, eligibility determinations, attorney assignments, and data collection to ensure grant reporting compliance.

Strong communication with incarcerated clients and partner organizations is essential. The position partners with panel and staff attorneys, conducts legal research, drafts pleadings, and supports complex post-conviction work to advance decarceration