Senior Paralegal II — Civil Rights Litigation Support

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Law seeks a Paralegal II for the Corrections Unit. The role involves supporting unit attorneys with motions, discovery, and witness preparation in state and federal court. You will manage case files, organize documents, and assist with trial preparation.

The position requires a paralegal certificate (ABA-approved) or equivalent, plus at least 1 year of paralegal experience. Substitutions include two years of relevant work or a JD. Applicants must be Colorado residents.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program or equivalent.
• One year of paralegal experience.
• Substitutions: two years of paralegal work with research, drafting, and data gathering; JD may substitute.
• If substituting with transcripts, submit them with the application.

Responsibilities

• Support Corrections Unit attorneys with motions, discovery, and witness prep.
• Attend trials in state and federal court and assist with exhibits and notes.
• Docket, organize case files, file documents, and manage discovery responses.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Evidence organization

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

1 year paralegal experience

Juris Doctor substitute

Tools

CCES

PACER

ProLaw

Relativity

Job description

Colorado Department of Law seeks a Paralegal II for the Corrections Unit. The role involves supporting unit attorneys with motions, discovery, and witness preparation in state and federal court. You will manage case files, organize documents, and assist with trial preparation.

The position requires a paralegal certificate (ABA-approved) or equivalent, plus at least 1 year of paralegal experience. Substitutions include two years of relevant work or a JD. Applicants must be Colorado residents.