Legal Staff Paralegal in San Marcos, TX

Government

San Marcos, TX

Legal Staff Paralegal in San Marcos, TX

Legal Staff

No

Organization: Hays County Criminal District Attorney
Organization Website:

H1: Hays County Paralegal - Civil Division: $53, - $58, Annually
H2: Join Our Team as a Paralegal in the Civil Division of the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's Office

Responsibilities:
- Draft and manage legal documents such as petitions, motions, and orders
- Maintain accuracy and organization of case-related material for court presentation
- Manage a calendaring system and statutory case deadlines
- Coordinate mediations and settlement negotiations with opposing parties
- Prepare for trials, including witness coordination and evidence management
- Assist with docket days and provide information to the general public on legal issues
- Perform clerical duties and maintain filing systems
- Conduct legal research as needed
- Attend and complete TLETS training

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and certificate in Paralegal Studies or related education/experience
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
- Class C driver's license
- Paralegal certificate or related education/experience preferred

Organization: Hays County Criminal District Attorney
Location: San Marcos, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Salary: - Hourly, $4, - $4, Monthly, $53, - $58, Annually
Department: Criminal District Attorney
Job Number: 202200959
Opening Date: 04/09/2025

Description:
- Under general supervision, provide legal research and document management for the Civil Division
- Affect the accuracy, reliability, and acceptability of further processes and services
- Manage caseload from intake to closing with accuracy
- Draft and respond to various legal documents
- Manage complex civil discovery deadlines
- Coordinate with court coordinators, caseworkers, and attorneys for hearings and trials
- Review redacted files for compliance with Texas statutes
- Assist with docket days and maintain evidence and records
- Perform general clerical duties and assist the public with legal questions
- Conduct legal research on a variety of issues
- Maintain and track data related to felony and misdemeanor bonds

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Certificate in Paralegal Studies or equivalent preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
- Attend and complete TLETS training

Organization: Hays County Criminal District Attorney
Organization Website:
Organization Address: 712 S. Stagecoach Trail, Suite 1063, San Marcos, Texas, 78666

Join our team as a Paralegal in the Civil Division of the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's Office! In this role, you will provide legal research and document management for the Civil Division, ensuring accuracy and reliability for further processes and services. You will also assist with docket days, conduct legal research, and maintain evidence and records. To be successful in this position, you must have a Bachelor's Degree and a certificate in Paralegal Studies or related education/experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred, as well as a Class C driver's license. Join our team and make a difference in the legal system in Hays County!