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Legal Staff Paralegal in Montgomery, AL

Federal Defender for the Middle District of Alabama Jan 12,2018 Aug 28,2017 Location USA Montgomery AL
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Government

Legal Staff

Corporate - General

Min 3 yrs required

Profile

Paralegal the candidate will include work on assigned cases. Will be to locate, gather and organize all records, court pleadings, transcripts, documents, exhibits, potential exhibits, and evidence; to create and maintain a uniform system of organizing such material; and to use computer software and hardware for the organization, maintenance and presentation of case files and litigation. Will include the review and analysis of case documentation, locating and interviewing witnesses, experts, family members, law enforcement personnel, and others with knowledge of case or client; service of subpoenas; establishing and maintaining good working relationships with individuals and agencies that interact with office; the preparation of comprehensive descriptive written reports; testimony in court as required; use of additional equipment, including cameras, tape recorders and other equipment; providing assistance to attorneys and other office staff in preparation for court proceedings; and other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have 3 or more years experience in criminal case work or information gathering; excellent writing skills; computer proficiency; ability to communicate and work well with others; demonstrated interest in criminal justice, post-conviction, and capital defense; commitment to obtaining justice for indigent persons; and ability to perform each of the tasks associated with this position. Education may be substituted for some experience. Should have a variety of prior experience, including in non-legal fields, and/or paralegal or legal assistant training, would be helpful. Must be legal Assistant or Paralegal experience in high volume document litigation and familiarity with document management software are highly desirable. Must have a driver’s license, car, and appropriate motor vehicle insurance. Must have considerable resourcefulness; organizational skills; skill in written communications; creativity; initiative and drive; ability to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information; and tact and discretion.

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