Paralegal - Specialty Units

About the role

The position will provide support to attorneys assigned to the following units: Violent Crimes, Special Investigations, Special Victims, Domestic Violence, Juvenile, and line attorneys with assigned jury trials.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with trial preparation
• Draft pleadings
• Manage/update the case management database
• Assist with other administrative duties as needed

Requirements

• Five years of related experience
• Organized and thorough with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Prior experience in Criminal Law preferred
• Understanding of the sensitive nature of violent crimes

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Paralegal Certification preferred

Skills

• Experience with the Virginia Courts System
• Experience with case management software (OCRA, JSVG, CMS, Prosecutor by Karpel)
• Bilingual fluency in one or more languages (English and another language)

Benefits

• Medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage
• Dental plans and a separate vision plan

Pay

$65,000.00 to $69,000.00

Schedule

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in the plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depend on the classification of the position.