Temporary To Permanent Paralegal

Overview

• Support attorneys and staff by processing discovery materials and certificates of compliance from prosecution.
• Review discovery materials for completeness and compliance, ensuring timely processing and organization.
• Manage evidence items by tagging, labeling, categorizing, and entering metadata as required.
• Ensure accurate entry of information into case management systems and maintain discovery files.
• Collaborate with internal IT teams to streamline discovery processing procedures.
• Assist attorneys and investigators in accessing discovery materials and troubleshooting related issues.
• Prepare written reports summarizing compiled information and maintain organized court files.
• Liaise with prosecution and court staff to ensure thoroughness of discovery files.
• Perform additional paralegal duties as necessary to support the legal team.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Process discovery materials, ensuring compliance and timely organization for legal cases.
• Tag, label, and categorize evidence items, entering metadata accurately.
• Upload discovery materials to electronic platforms, verifying accessibility and format.
• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize discovery processing systems and procedures.
• Assist attorneys by organizing discovery files and troubleshooting access issues.
• Prepare and deliver reciprocal discovery materials to prosecution.
• Summarize compiled information in written reports for legal team review.
• Maintain court files and materials, ensuring readiness for legal proceedings.
• Perform liaison duties between attorneys, clients, and court personnel.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Science (AS) degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal or relevant work environment.
• Proficiency in computer software, electronic data sharing, and case management systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage discovery processes effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for liaising with legal teams and court staff.
• Knowledge of New York criminal law and procedures is preferred.
• Proficiency in additional languages is desirable but not mandatory.
• Commitment to advocacy for low-income individuals is strongly desired.
• Relevant paralegal training or college-level coursework is preferred.