Public Service Paralegal — Litigation & Investigations (PTO)

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Plan

Life Insurance

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The City of Fresno is seeking a Paralegal in the City Attorney's Office to support litigation, prepare legal documents, and assist with administrative matters in a fast-paced public service environment.

Duties include drafting pleadings, responding to Public Records Act requests, conducting legal research, organizing case files, and preparing witnesses for hearings. A paralegal program or JD coursework is required.

Qualifications

• Paralegal training program completed or in progress.
• One year of paralegal experience or juris doctorate coursework required.
• Applicants must attach transcripts with application.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and pleadings for cases.
• Prepare and respond to Public Records Act requests.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Organize case files, trial documents, and exhibits.
• Brief witnesses for hearings and trials.
• Perform investigative work and interview witnesses.
• Present cases before administrative hearing officers.
• Assist with code enforcement activities.
• Investigate citizen complaints and prepare cases.

Education

Doctorate

Job description

The City of Fresno is seeking a Paralegal in the City Attorney's Office to support litigation, prepare legal documents, and assist with administrative matters in a fast-paced public service environment.

Duties include drafting pleadings, responding to Public Records Act requests, conducting legal research, organizing case files, and preparing witnesses for hearings. A paralegal program or JD coursework is required.