Paralegal - Prosecuting Attorney (0416.028)

Washington County • Fayetteville, AR • 3d ago

This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4890072

WASHINGTON COUNTY

*Other Duties as Assigned: Job Descriptions are an outline of the primary job responsibilities. An employee may be asked to perform

additional reasonable tasks outside of their primary responsibilities as needed by their supervisor or Elected Official.

Washington County Courthouse, 280 North College Avenue, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 ? phone: (479) 444 1728 ? fax: (479) 444 1731

?Website: https://www.washingtoncountyar.gov/

PARALEGAL I

Job Grade: 9

Safety Classification: Safety Sensitive

Exempt: Non-exempt / Hourly

Department: Prosecuting Attorney

Reports To: Paralegal III, Senior Paralegal,

Elected Official or Office Manager

Location: Washington County Courthouse

Effective Date:1/1/2026

Job Summary: The incumbent provides crucial support for case development and trial preparation by completing

a variety of duties to assist attorneys including, but not limited to the following: legal research, document

preparation, case management, handling tasks like drafting pleadings, filing documents, communicating with clients

and the public, organizing evidence and summarizes articles, reports, and witness statements. Paralegal shall ensure

confidentiality of all matters. Any breach of confidentiality can lead to disciplinary actions up to and including

immediate termination. All incumbents should complete tasks timely and efficiently, and in a respectful and

professional manner. Incumbents shall adhere to Prosecuting Attorney Department and Washington County

Policies. Incumbents are expected to work as a team and foster a positive work environment.

Essential Responsibilities and Functional Competencies:

Drafting Legal Documents: Legal documents often involve highly specific and nuanced terminology or

\"legalese\" that can be difficult for laypersons to understand.

Leveraging templates and document automation tools: These resources can streamline the drafting process, ensure consistency,

and reduce the risk of human errors.

Legal documents need to adhere to various legal standards, conventions, and formatting requirements, which can vary by @context

and jurisdiction.

Leveraging templates and document automation tools: These resources can streamline the drafting process, ensure consistency,

and reduce the risk of human errors.

Legal Procedures and Case Management: The administrative and logistical aspects of legal cases, ensuring

smooth progression and efficient organization.

File Management: Maintaining and organizing case files, both physical and electronic

Tracking Progress: Monitoring the progress of cases, ensuring deadlines are met, and keeping all parties informed.

Calendar Management: Scheduling and managing court dates, depositions, and other important deadlines.

Communication: Facilitating communication between clients, attorneys, and other relevant parties (e.g., opposing counsel, expert

witnesses).

Legal Research: Analyzing and interpreting legal information to address specific issues or build legal arguments.

The difficulty and complexity of legal research can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the nature

of the legal issue, the available resources, and the researcher\'s experience level.

A newcomer learning the basic rules and how they are applied, often relying on guidance

Focuses on analyzing existing legal rules, statutes, and cases to understand the current state of the law.

WASHINGTON COUNTY

*Other Duties as Assigned: Job Descriptions are an outline of the primary job responsibilities. An employee may be asked to perform additional

reasonable tasks outside of their primary responsibilities asneeded by their supervisor or Elected Official.

Legal Acumen: Legal acumen involves the ability to make quick and sound legal decisions and judgments based

on a keen understanding of legal principles and practices. It can be viewed as developing through various levels of

difficulty and complexity, mirroring the progression of a legal career or the complexity of legal issues being

handled.

Foundational Legal Acumen: This initial level involves basic understanding and application of legal concepts and procedures.

Tasks focused on learning the basics of law, recognizing legal issues, and understanding when to seek guidance.

Dealing with relatively simple cases and straightforward legal principles

Environmental Conditions: Office based role. Minimal exposure to physical hazards or adverse environmental

conditions.

Physical Activities: The f

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