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Paralegal
PARALEGAL
The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office (“SCDA”) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and has recently launched a number of cutting-edge initiatives and reforms that have put it on the national stage for innovation. We are a team: one that is committed to making our community a safe place to live, work and raise a family. SCDA is looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS An employee in this class provides specialized assistance to attorneys in researching questions of law, investigating facts and preparing various legal documents. The employee may research questions of law preparatory to and during trial for reference and use by attorneys in court. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Researches questions of law preparatory to and during trial for reference and use in court by attorneys; Prepares trial notebooks for the Attorney; Researches case law and prepares case briefs; Researches legal issues in a law enforcement agency under the direction of an attorney; Drafts routine motion papers in civil and/or criminal matters, and, after review by an attorney, files papers with the court; Reviews case files to insure legal sufficiency, a sound factual basis for evidence, and the availability of evidence in pending civil or criminal matters; Conducts preliminary interviews of complainants and witnesses; Prepares capsule reports of witnesses' observations and/or the nature of a complaint for review and determination by an attorney; May be asked to appear in court with an Attorney; May be asked to prepare initial draft of responses to Complaints or Demand Discoveries for review by an Attorney; May be asked to conduct initial review of resumes for the potential hire of legal staff; May attend real estate closings.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Thorough knowledge of legal reference sources; thorough knowledge of legal documents, legal terminology and the general course of legal proceedings; ability to conduct preliminary legal research and analysis; ability to prepare reports and legal documents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and other staff members; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either: (a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies; or,
(b) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree, and successful completion of a Paralegal Assistant certificate program given by a college or business school with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State;
(c) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with an Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies and two (2) years of clerical experience in a law office, at least one (1) year of which included drafting motions and doing preliminary legal research; or,
(d) Successful completion of a Paralegal Assistant certificate program given by a college or business school with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State and three (3) years of clerical experience in a law office, at least two (2) years of which included drafting motions and doing preliminary legal research.
SALARY/BENEFITS
Approximately $45k with full benefit package.
Benefits include health insurance, including optical and dental benefits, vacation/personal/sick time, disability leave, deferred compensation, New York State Retirement, life insurance, legal and other benefits. In addition, we comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office (“SCDA”) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and has recently launched a number of cutting-edge initiatives and reforms that have put it on the national stage for innovation. We are a team: one that is committed to making our community a safe place to live, work and raise a family. SCDA is looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS An employee in this class provides specialized assistance to attorneys in researching questions of law, investigating facts and preparing various legal documents. The employee may research questions of law preparatory to and during trial for reference and use by attorneys in court. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Researches questions of law preparatory to and during trial for reference and use in court by attorneys; Prepares trial notebooks for the Attorney; Researches case law and prepares case briefs; Researches legal issues in a law enforcement agency under the direction of an attorney; Drafts routine motion papers in civil and/or criminal matters, and, after review by an attorney, files papers with the court; Reviews case files to insure legal sufficiency, a sound factual basis for evidence, and the availability of evidence in pending civil or criminal matters; Conducts preliminary interviews of complainants and witnesses; Prepares capsule reports of witnesses' observations and/or the nature of a complaint for review and determination by an attorney; May be asked to appear in court with an Attorney; May be asked to prepare initial draft of responses to Complaints or Demand Discoveries for review by an Attorney; May be asked to conduct initial review of resumes for the potential hire of legal staff; May attend real estate closings.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Thorough knowledge of legal reference sources; thorough knowledge of legal documents, legal terminology and the general course of legal proceedings; ability to conduct preliminary legal research and analysis; ability to prepare reports and legal documents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and other staff members; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either: (a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies; or,
(b) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree, and successful completion of a Paralegal Assistant certificate program given by a college or business school with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State;
(c) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with an Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies and two (2) years of clerical experience in a law office, at least one (1) year of which included drafting motions and doing preliminary legal research; or,
(d) Successful completion of a Paralegal Assistant certificate program given by a college or business school with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State and three (3) years of clerical experience in a law office, at least two (2) years of which included drafting motions and doing preliminary legal research.
SALARY/BENEFITS
Approximately $45k with full benefit package.
Benefits include health insurance, including optical and dental benefits, vacation/personal/sick time, disability leave, deferred compensation, New York State Retirement, life insurance, legal and other benefits. In addition, we comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney reserves the right to change without notice any statement on this page concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, eligibility, recruitment and terms of employment. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position