Paralegal 1-3 (Baton Rouge)

The Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General Liz Murrill, is seeking applications for a Paralegal 1-3 in the Litigation Division. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Paralegal 1-3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Salary offered will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.  

• Application Received - Your application has been submitted successfully.
• Evaluating Experience - Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
• Eligible for Consideration - You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for this position.
• Referred to the Hiring Manager for Review - Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager.  You may or may not be called for an interview.
• Position Filled - Someone has been selected for the position.
• Position Canceled - The agency has decided not to fill the position.

Resumes will be accepted as an attachment to your application; however, all relevant education and experience must be included at the time you apply.
 
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your online application. Transcripts may be faxed to (225) 326-6795.
 

For further information about this vacancy, please contact:

Lindsey Eakin

HR Generalist

EakinL@AG.Louisiana.Gov

The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Louisiana is a State as a Model (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. 

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • One year of experience in which paralegal was a major duty;
  • Completion of a paralegal-related curriculum at a University and/or certified paralegal training program, Bachelor’s degree, or Juris Doctorate;
  • Must possess a valid driver's license; 
  • Proficient in legal research and writing;
  • Must have access to a motor vehicle to travel statewide.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines;
  • Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Software and Windows;
  • Knowledge of legal documents and terminology;
  • Experience with court and clerk of court on-line databases;
  • Must be professional, responsible, reliable, and discreet.

The duties of the Paralegal shall include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Provide paralegal support for one or more attorneys;
• Perform recurring duties independently;
• Review and prepare summaries of records;
• Calendar management for multiple individuals;
• Draft pleadings, memoranda, correspondence, and other documentation associated with case defense;
• Organize and maintain paper and electronic records on cases and assist in maintenance of file related materials;
• Maintain such administrative records as are necessary to account for time, travel, and expenses;
• Accept additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisors. 

The position of Paralegal may consist of, but are not limited to, the following duties:

• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and other documents;
• Request, prepare, produce, and organize legal documents;
• Maintain physical and electronic records and case files and ensure confidentiality of information;
• Schedule meetings, and other appearances for attorneys and prepare appropriate materials needed;
• Receive research assignments from attorneys, conduct thorough and complete legal research within time constraints, and report appropriately the results of legal research;
• Communicate with courts, clerks' offices, opposing counsel, and other persons related to case matters;
• Maintain valid administrative records of all daily and monthly activities.

Salary : $40,082 - $52,998