Government Practice Paralegal

$60,000 - $70,000/Yr

Adams, Stepner, Woltermann & Dusing, Pllc - Covington, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Covington, KY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Government Practice Paralegal at Adams, Stepner, Woltermann & Dusing, PLLC provides essential support to attorneys in the government practice group, which represents various governmental entities. The role involves assisting with litigation, drafting legal documents, managing discovery processes, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures. The paralegal will work closely with attorneys and clients, contributing to a range of legal matters including open records requests and administrative hearings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison with clients and client representatives.
• Draft Ordinances and Resolutions under attorney supervision.
• Identify potential witnesses and gather evidence for discovery.
• Assist with motions and organize exhibits for court filings.
• Perform internet research using Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis.
• Aid in trial preparation, including preparation of trial notebooks and exhibits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree preferred.
• 1 year of paralegal experience in a law firm or government agency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Experience with electronic discovery and ECF filing.
• Strong organizational, oral communication, and writing skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with litigation support software.
• Familiarity with local court rules and procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance