Support Staff - Attorney's Assistant I

Nassau County District Attorney; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 40,622 - 63,254; Full time

Job summary

The Nassau County District Attorney's Office is hiring for the position of Attorney's Assistant I. As a part of the support staff, you will assist in performing paralegal work, prepare legal documents, and conduct legal research.

This role requires residency in Nassau County for at least 12 months, and the selected candidate will work under direct supervision, contributing to the office's commitment to legal excellence.

The starting annual salary is $40,622 with potential increases based on service duration.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in legal studies or related field.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree.
• One year of experience performing legal research may substitute for certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in interviewing and investigating legal cases.
• Prepare and disseminate legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and assist attorneys.

Skills

Knowledge of the American legal system

Ability to interpret departmental policies

Effective oral and written communication

Ability to interview and evaluate information

Ability to maintain records and prepare reports

Education

Associate's degree in legal studies

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Support Staff - Attorney's Assistant I

About this position

About the Nassau County District Attorney

The Nassau County District Attorney's Office investigates and prosecutes violations of state and local criminal statutes occurring within Nassau County. With nearly 200 attorneys and a total staff in excess of 400, the office is one of the largest in the country. Situated on Long Island, the office is committed to hiring the most qualified attorneys, investigators, and support staff, and is dedicated to constant modernization and strategies that keep it ahead of criminal behavior.

Description

These are civil service positions. All appointees will be required to take and pass an examination and be reachable before attaining permanent status.

MUST BE A NASSAU COUNTY RESIDENT FOR AT LEAST 12 MONTHS TO BE ELIGIBLE.

General statement of duties: Assists in performing paralegal work, preparing simple legal documents, and performing legal research not requiring professional legal competence; performs related duties as required.

Complexity of duties: Under direct supervision, the duties require the use of judgment in the application of knowledge of laws, regulations, and departmental practices in performing assignments in support of attorneys.

Typical Duties

• Assists in interviewing, investigating, conferring with, and taking written statements from complainants, potential witnesses, and defendants in prospective criminal or civil actions.
• Disseminates documents, motions, subpoenas, court orders, etc.
• Assists in the review of case profiles and in making initial determination of potential violations of laws, and assists in researching pertinent legal points.
• Assists in screening noncriminal complaints, i.e., consumer complaints, and directs complaints to appropriate governmental and/or private agencies.
• Arranges and drafts compromises and cease and desist agreements between complainants and defendants.
• Arranges for, and conducts follow-up investigations.
• Participates in legal research pertinent to special departmental programs or proposals, and in preparation of cases for trial.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the American legal system and sources of the law.
• Knowledge of legal documents pertinent to lawsuits.
• Ability to interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to interview and evaluate information from prospective complainants, witnesses, and defendants.
• Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and clients.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university, including or supplemented by a degree or certificate as a legal or lawyer's assistant recognized by the American Bar Association or the American Association for Paralegal Education.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree.
• One year of satisfactory experience performing legal research for an attorney may be substituted for the certificate as a legal or lawyer's assistant recognized by the American Bar Association or the American Association for Paralegal Education.

Salary

Starting annual salary: $40,622

Salary after 6 months of service: $48,159

Salary after 1 year of service: $63,254