Litigation Paralegal (Criminal)

Jacobs & Dow, LLC

Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal to join our legal team. In this role, you will provide litigation support on state and federal criminal cases, and wrongful conviction cases, from initial investigation through trial and sentencing. The ideal candidate has experience working on federal court matters, both criminal and civil.
Key Responsibilities
Filings: File (CM/ECF) motions, briefs, and legal documents in state and federal court.
Case Management: Organize voluminous discovery materials, including audio/video surveillance, financial records, and forensics.
Trial Preparation: Draft subpoenas, compile trial binders, manage exhibit lists, and coordinate witness schedules.
Experts/Investigators: Coordinate necessary payments and approvals for experts and investigators.
Client Intake: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, including incarcerated individuals, and their families.
Required Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of paralegal experience. Experience or, at a minimum, a strong interest in criminal work required.
Court Expertise: Demonstrated experience navigating court deadlines, timelines, and the CM/ECF filing system.
Education: Bachelor’s degree or an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with legal research platforms (Westlaw/LexisNexis) and case management software. Also, experience with billing and generating invoices preferred.
\nCompany Description
Jacobs & Dow, LLC, is a small firm comprised of four lawyers, paralegals, and support staff, that handle a range of cases, including personal injury, medical malpractice and criminal matters.

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Jacobs & Dow, LLC, is a small firm comprised of four lawyers, paralegals, and support staff, that handle a range of cases, including personal injury, medical malpractice and criminal matters.

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