Paralegal Aide

City of New York - New York, NY

Full-time

New York, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is seeking Paralegal Aides to support the Legal Bureau in various legal functions. The role involves processing subpoena requests, charges, maintaining case files, and conducting legal research. The position aims to enhance the quality of life in New York City by ensuring legal processes are efficiently managed within the department.

Responsibilities

• Processing subpoena requests
• Handling charges and specifications
• Maintaining records of command discipline
• Managing trial room transcripts
• Reviewing records for UMOS involved in enforcement action
• Updating and maintaining case files
• Performing legal research and other functions

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in paralegal services
• A four-year high school diploma or its equivalent and four years of full-time satisfactory experience in paralegal services
• A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to the above
• Paralegal Certification from an accredited program can substitute for 12 months of experience
• Undergraduate credit can substitute for experience on a 30 semester credits for 12 months basis

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the American Legal System
• Paralegal Certification from an accredited program

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Equal opportunity employer