Prosecution Paralegal: Courtroom & Research Pro

Genesee County, MI; Flint (MI); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Genesee County is seeking a para-professional to perform research, draft petitions, motions and subpoenas. The role supports assistant prosecutors, attends hearings and liaises with law enforcement and court staff.

The position requires degrees or paralegal certification with relevant experience in a prosecutorial or legal setting. Strong analytical, drafting and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree or equivalent law-related qualification as listed.
• Alternate pathways require parity of experience or certification.
• Paralegal certification preferred with relevant legal setting experience.
• Prosecuting Attorney's or law enforcement experience is an advantage.
• Five years of paralegal or legal secretary experience satisfies alternative track.

Responsabilités

• Prepare legal documents for criminal, neglect-abuse, child support or civil processes.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw and draft related assignments.
• Draft and format tables of authorities and verify citations.
• Assist attorneys in court, coordinate with law enforcement, review pleadings.
• Interview clients in civil cases and help draft plea agreements.
• Track cases and perform required follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with Probation and ensure sentencing terms are properly ordered.
• Prepare and serve subpoenas in compliance with court rules.
• Collaborate with DHHS for referrals and information exchange.
• Coordinate with court clerks regarding filings and data exchange.

Connaissances

Legal research

Westlaw

Drafting documents

Courtroom support

Case management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Associate degree in Paralegal/Criminal Justice or related field

Paralegal Certification

Passing Genesee County Legal Assistant Competency Exam

Five years' Paralegal/Secretary experience in legal setting

Outils

Westlaw

Description du poste

Genesee County is seeking a para-professional to perform research, draft petitions, motions and subpoenas. The role supports assistant prosecutors, attends hearings and liaises with law enforcement and court staff.

The position requires degrees or paralegal certification with relevant experience in a prosecutorial or legal setting. Strong analytical, drafting and organizational skills are essential.