Senior Paralegal (Research Assistant MSEA-B)

State of Maine; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid parental leave

Sick and vacation leave

Job summary

State of Maine's Office of the Attorney General is seeking a Senior Paralegal (Research Assistant) for the Child Support Division in Bangor. This full-time position supports in-office attorneys with heavy litigation, performing advanced legal investigation, research and case evaluation.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with three years paralegal experience, strong organization, communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Three years paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law office setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent review and analysis of child support referrals.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of child support law, Maine statutes and rules.
• Draft legal documents such as complaints and motions.
• Track large caseloads and deadlines; inform attorneys of appearances.
• Serve as lead paralegal and manage electronic filings in courts.

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal experience (3 years)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic filings

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Senior Paralegal (Research Assistant) Child Support Division – Bangor Office

Opening Date: September 11, 2026 Closing Date: September 25, 2026 Job Class Code: 0677 Grade: 20 Salary: $47,174.40 - $65,832.00/year Bargaining Unit: MSEA-B, Professional and Technical Services Unit Position # 006000451

Job Description

We fight for the children of Maine. The Child Support Division of the Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of dedicated professionals in the Bangor office. This full-time (40 hours/week) Senior Paralegal (RA) will provide in-office support to Child Support AAGs with heavy litigation caseloads. Duties include providing specialized legal support involving advanced complex legal investigation, research and evaluation for Child Support AAGs, the Division Chief and other legal staff.

Some responsibilities include:

• Conduct independent review and analysis of child support referrals
• Apply in-depth knowledge of child support law, Maine statutes and rules
• Draft legal documents such as complaints and motions
• Track large caseloads, keeping an accurate calendar of all scheduled court actions and informing attorneys of all deadlines and necessary appearances.
• Serve as lead paralegal
• Process electronic filings in Federal, State and Probate Courts
• Make case-specific decisions
• Make self-directed contact with clients, courts, opposing counsel and unrepresented parents
• Work as part of a team to address and solve advanced complex legal issues.

The ideal candidate must be self-directed, highly organized and accurate, with the ability to work efficiently and independently. The candidate must be able to work well on a team with attorneys and staff at all levels and to communicate professionally with the client, the public, co-workers and supervisors. A strong work ethic is imperative.

Office of the Attorney General Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelors Degree and three (3) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency -OR- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law office setting and who are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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