Legal Assistant I -III Fraud Division

Introduction Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State. The Attorney General's office is supported by a team of lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust divisions. More than 500 staff members are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion. Summary Statement The Delaware Department of Justice seeks a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant (Paralegal) to support attorneys within the Fraud Division, White Collar Crime Unit in the New Castle County office. The WCCU prosecutes financial‑misconduct crimes statewide and pursues civil actions under the Delaware False Claims and Reporting Act. The Legal Assistant provides comprehensive paralegal support to deputy attorneys general, focusing on criminal investigation and prosecution of worker exploitation and labor‑related offenses, including wage theft. The role involves interaction with investigators, witnesses, agency personnel and the public, and may include additional tasks as necessary. Responsibilities include reviewing, analyzing and drafting legal documents, maintaining physical and digital files, preparing litigation documents, investigating case‑related issues, coordinating research and reports, and preparing the deputy attorneys general for case meetings and interviews. The position requires strong organizational and computer skills, experience with LexisNexis e‑filing, Concordance or similar software, and proficiency with Excel. Candidates should have experience working with the public, analytical skills for case evaluation, and the ability to work independently. The assistant will develop a working relationship with the deputy attorneys general, support staff and agency personnel. The role is based in New Castle County; statewide travel may be required. The position may be eligible for telework up to three days a week. Essential Functions Essential functions are core duties common to all positions in this series and are not an exhaustive list of all job duties for any single position. Acts in liaison capacity between the superior and various interested parties, court staff, clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, law enforcement, elected or appointed officials and the public to gather, clarify and provide information regarding case facts and status. Establishes and maintains case files, ensuring that the files contain complete and accurate information essential to each step of proceedings from pre‑hearing and/or pre‑trial through trial and sentencing. Interviews involved parties such as clients, defendants, plaintiffs, victims, witnesses, arresting officers or medical personnel to gather discovery material, evidence for case preparation and to complete various legal and/or court documents. Reviews reports and other information such as police reports, medical reports, retail, surveillance, computer files/electronic documents, body‑worn camera and video/audio; summarizes pertinent details of the case for Deputy Attorney Generals; follows up for additional documents; drafts answers to litigation complaints and responses to form 30 interrogatories; issues subpoenas to obtain medical, insurance, and employment records; serves and prepares discovery; and makes required redactions for discovery and case preparation. Reviews law sources such as case law, judicial decisions, statutes, codes, regulations and subject‑matter articles to ensure issues are properly cited and provides the superior with written details of similar cases including findings, judicial decisions, and memorandum/opinions of law. Prepares legal pleadings, e.g., briefs, motions, indictments, informations and appeals. Provides reports and recommendations for new or revised operating policies or procedures. Reviews state and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure compliance of legal actions/processes. Job Requirements Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of an Associate’s degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies from an ABA‑approved program OR a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. Five years’ experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files. Five years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information. Five years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards and policies. Five years’ experience in drafting legal documents such as legal briefs or memoranda of law, presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues, and applying legal precedents. Five years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action. OR Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree. Three years’ experience in preparing and maintaining legal documents and case files. Three years’ experience in legal research such as researching statutes, regulations, case law and background information. Three years’ experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards and policies. Two years’ experience in drafting legal documents such as legal briefs or memoranda of law, presenting facts, setting out and analyzing legal issues and applying legal precedents. Two years’ experience in interviewing using structured or unstructured techniques to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action. Conditions of Hire Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks. Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive bargaining representative. The collective bargaining agreement is currently under negotiation and terms may change upon ratification. Benefits Loan forgiveness (State and Federal). State of Delaware healthcare plan. State of Delaware pension plan. More than 4 weeks of vacation per year. 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year. 12 weeks of paid parental leave. 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