Public Records PRA Analyst & Paralegal

Best Best & Krieger LLP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Best & Krieger LLP in the Public Records Act practice seeks a PRA Analyst or Paralegal to support public agency clients. You will track requests, determine search scope, review records, redact or tag, and draft response letters, under attorney supervision.

The role requires a BA/BS or paralegal certificate and at least one year of electronic document review experience; familiarity with PRA exemptions; strong writing and organizational skills; adherence to deadlines.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience required.
• Paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program required.
• Minimum 1 year of electronic document review experience.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze public records requests for client agencies.
• Assist in defining the search scope for responsive records.
• Review databases to determine responsiveness and privilege designations.
• Redact documents and tag as privileged or exempt as needed.
• Draft response letters to requesters and manage deadlines.
• Research authorities related to the California Public Records Act.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Case management

Technical proficiency

Writing skills

Communication

Independence

Certification pass

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.)

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Tools

E-discovery software

Job description

Best Best & Krieger LLP in the Public Records Act practice seeks a PRA Analyst or Paralegal to support public agency clients. You will track requests, determine search scope, review records, redact or tag, and draft response letters, under attorney supervision.

The role requires a BA/BS or paralegal certificate and at least one year of electronic document review experience; familiarity with PRA exemptions; strong writing and organizational skills; adherence to deadlines.