Paralegal

The City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney is seeking to fill the position of Paralegal for its Civil Litigation Division. The purpose of the position is to provide assistance to attorneys in the Civil Litigation Division with matters in federal, state trial and appellate courts. The position will undertake other assignments as needed. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage numerous assignments simultaneously and to work independently in the support of multiple attorneys. Experience in civil litigation law is desired. Job duties will consist of, but are not limited to, investigation, research, legal documentation preparation, coordinating and scheduling legal actions, compiling, and organizing documents and exhibits, drafting routine and specialized documents, and maintaining departmental filing systems. The successful candidate will have a Paralegal certificate, an Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, a Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or other discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must also have strong written and verbal skills. The position will undertake other assignments as needed. This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the City Attorney. Applications submitted without attaching all requested items are considered incomplete. EEO/AA. The position will remain open until filled. Prepares various documents related to cases; gathers information; writes, edits, and prepares documents for authorization; prepares and files pleadings, motions, orders, notices, and briefs in Richmond Circuit Court and General District Court; prepares orders of confirmation and distribution; prepares acknowledgement letters for claimants. Maintains files for open cases; prepares and submits documents; opens and closes files. Coordinates the schedule of City Attorney and opens litigation cases; contacts necessary internal and external departments. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Paralegal certificate Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or other discipline; or An equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Compliance with additional requirements that may be established by the City of Richmond. An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary. Experience with civil litigation, federal and state courts, or municipal law. Experience with drafting orders, preparing discovery, scheduling legal actions. Strong ability to conduct legal research. Strong ability to communicate with various internal and external departments. Keen ability to pay attention to details and ability to remain organized. Strong oral and written communication skills. Considerable knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite. #J-18808-Ljbffr