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Government
Legal Staff
Government and Government Relations
Min 3 yrs required
Paralegal The candidate will be responsible for Investigating, evaluating, and resolving claims within authority levels, and in partnership with the Assistant City Attorney handling Liability Claims. Administering and cultivating an effective loss recovery practice. Recognizing and evaluating claims trends and implementing trainings to departments as needed. Conducting field work and evaluations in the City of South Bend. Performing in-depth legal research and summarizing findings concisely and appropriately. Drafting legal documents, including memoranda, complaints, answers, briefs, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, and forms. Communicating over the telephone, in person, and via written correspondence. Maintaining extensive files and records of legal documents, correspondence, court case histories, receipts and other papers utilizing electronic practice management system. Working with staff, residents, attorneys, witnesses, and service providers. Working in a collaborative team environment, but with the ability to work independently. Coordinating or participating in special projects, as assigned. Recognizing processes in need of improvement, offering suggestions for improvement, and assisting with implementation of improvements.
Qualification and Experience
The candidate must have 3+ years’ related work experience in a legal office setting. A higher education degree (i.e. J.D.) may be considered as a substitution for experience. Paralegal certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies is a minimum requirement. Strong computer technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other business software, is required. Strong Westlaw/Lexis legal research abilities are needed.
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