Paralegal Specialist

Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Annually
Location : 1301 Bacharach Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02593
Department: Administration
Division: Solicitor's Division
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description


Under direction, assists in the preparation of cases for legal action,
conducts assigned legal research, gathers factual information, and
assists in the preparation of legal documents; does other related duties.
NOTE : The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all
duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed
on the job may not be listed.

Examples of Duties


Gathering all relevant facts pertaining to the case in preparation
for trial.

Conducts legal research to identify laws, judicial decisions,
legal precedents, and other relevant case material and
prepares report of findings.

Prepares drafts of legal arguments and various legal documents,
obtains affidavits, and assists the attorney during trial or hearing.

Organizes and maintains reference files, collects and analyzes
evidence for hearings, and prepares informative or explanatory
material on relevant laws, and agency regulation and policy.

Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded
judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes to
prepare drafts of legal documents such as briefs, pleadings,
appeals, and contracts for the review, approval, and use by attorney.
Obtains documents from appropriate sources.

Prepares reports, findings, surveys, and recommendations to
assist members of the legal staff.

Provides technical assistance.

Reviews and answers correspondence.

Reviews brief format prior to court submission.

May schedule cases for attorneys and assemble data
and information required for preparation of court cases.
Interviews clients.

Locates and interviews witnesses.

Drafts correspondence and pleadings.

Summarizes depositions, interrogatories, and testimony for review.
Examines case files and records; determines issues and sufficiency
of evidence or documentation.

Briefs attorneys prior to a hearing or court appearance, assembles
and arranges case files, documents, and exhibits.

Attends court sessions or hearings.

Establishes and maintains records and files.

Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and computerized information systems used by
the agency, office, or related units.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited college or university with
an Associate's degree as a Legal Assistant or in Paralegal
Studies, or an Associate or Bachelor's Degree and a
Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies.

NOTE: A Juris Doctorate (JD) degree may be substituted
for the above education.

NOTE: Rule 1:20-20(a) prohibits attorneys that have been
disbarred, resigned with prejudice, transferred to disability-inactive
status, or is under suspension from the practice of law in this or any
other jurisdiction from being employed as paralegals/legal assistants
in the State of New Jersey.

NOTE: Two (2) years of experience in the preparation of
drafts of contracts, briefs, motions, affidavits, or other legal documents
and/or experience in the analysis of judicial decisions, legal opinions,
rulings, memoranda, and other legal material, and the preparation of
summaries of the points of law involved, may be substituted for the
above education requirement.

LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of legal principles and concepts.

Knowledge of techniques and materials used to conduct legal research.

Knowledge of legal publications and periodicals.

Knowledge of legal terminology.

Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts.

Ability to conduct legal research.

Ability to read and interpret, laws rules and regulations and apply
them to specific situations.

Ability to review, analyze, and evaluate factual materials.

Ability to prepare correspondence and reports.

Ability to locate and prepare digests of court decisions, precedents,
legal opinions, legal citations, and other legal material.

Ability to interview clients to obtain information.

Ability to prepare drafts of proposed rules, regulations, and opinions.

Ability to prepare materials for briefs, hearings, and reviews.

Ability to establish and maintain records and files.

Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording
and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language
or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they
can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation
is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made
because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons
may not be eligible.
Supplemental Information
We are seeking a Paralegal Specialist with strong litigation experience to provide comprehensive support to attorneys, including case preparation, legal research, document drafting, discovery management, deadline tracking, and coordination of court filings. This role is essential to maintaining organized case workflows and ensuring matters progress efficiently while minimizing procedural and administrative risks.

While billing responsibilities may be assigned, they are not considered a primary function of the position. Experience with billing procedures, time-entry systems, or invoice preparation is beneficial but not required.
Not Eligible for COAC Benefits