Paralegal - 1006920005

PULASKI COUNTY • Little Rock, AR • 1d ago

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing support to the legal staff of the County Attorney's Office with legal research, preparation of legal documents, and maintenance of legal case files and litigation calendar; assists with the management of the attorneys' non-litigation calendars and research files.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conducts legal research to assist legal staff with case preparation.

Organizes and maintains litigation files.

Drafts discovery pleadings and organizes documents.

Maintains litigation calendar for all legal staff within the office ensuring appropriate deadlines.

Conducts legal research and prepares drafts of memoranda, legal opinions, ordinances, and legislation for review by an attorney.

Maintains Bond Forfeiture files and scheduling; drafts order and pleading as required.

Monitors bankruptcy and foreclosure files; prepares pleadings as may be necessary.

Indexes and summarizes depositions; organizes and prepares exhibits for trial.

Prepares subpoenas as directed; serves or ensures the serving of subpoenas.

Assists at trial as requested by attorneys.

Assists taxpayers in resolving tax assessment and tax payment problems.

Maintains law library in County Attorney's Office.

Performs Office Manager/Legal Secretary's duties.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: None

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily indoors in a smoking-restricted environment. Occasional trips outside the office to the law library and courtrooms are required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: *

Considerable knowledge of State and Federal Statutes, case laws, precedents, and County ordinances concerning governmental operations, ad valorem taxation, labor law, and local government finance.

Considerable knowledge of court proceedings and processes.

Ability to prepare motions, court orders, and legal documents related to case presentation.

Ability to conduct legal research.

Ability to read, interpret, and apply Federal and State Laws, regulations, and statutes.

Ability to maintain organization of office, files, attorney calendars, and litigation calendars.

Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.

Skill in the operation of a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: *

Ability to communicate effectively orally via telephone and in person.

Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard operation.

Visual acuity is necessary for use of a computer screen and for the reading of legal documentation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of college-level coursework in legal, paralegal, or related field; some experience in the paralegal, legal research, case preparation, or a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. RHID: AR0036114

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