Role OverviewThe Jefferson County Attorney's Office is seeking a Paralegal Supervisor to oversee, manage, and participate in providing administrative and paraprofessional support to attorneys in preparation for legal proceedings such as litigation and prosecution. This role involves supervising all paralegals and other administrative staff, managing administrative functions, and working almost exclusively in an office setting.
What You Will Do
Coordinate with attorneys, opposing parties, witnesses, and city departments to support case development and facilitate trial proceedings. Oversee trial preparation by drafting pleadings, preparing depositions, assembling trial notebooks, and managing exhibits. Supervise staff by assigning work, monitoring performance, providing feedback and training, and addressing personnel issues. Manage all aspects of discovery, including reviewing requests, drafting responses, and coordinating evidence review.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal with lead worker experience who is ready to take on supervisory responsibilities. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, an employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, and sick and vacation leave. The work is primarily sedentary in an office setting.
Requirements
- Work experience as a paralegal or in legal services
- Experience as a lead worker (i.e., assigning and reviewing work tasks, facilitating training, and providing feedback)
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension)
- Generous paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Vacation leave
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