Travis County - Austin, TX
posted 3 months ago
The Paralegal position within the Public Improvement District of Travis County is designed to provide essential legal research support under moderate supervision or under the guidance of an attorney. This role involves a variety of responsibilities that are crucial for the preparation and organization of case materials for both Criminal and Civil Courts. The paralegal will be responsible for screening, reviewing, analyzing, and organizing case-related materials that are necessary for court presentations and case settlements. The position requires drafting various legal documents, including agreed summary and default judgment motions, pleadings, discovery requests, motions, affidavits, and subpoenas. Additionally, the paralegal will coordinate the work of assigned secretarial support staff, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. This classification is the first in a series of two paralegal-related job classifications within the Administrative Support job family. It is distinguished from the Paralegal Senior role, as incumbents in this position do not supervise other paralegals or serve as the primary agents in the research and drafting of substantive legal memoranda. Attention to detail and confidentiality are paramount, as the role involves significant customer and client contact, and may require work in secure facilities. The paralegal will prepare and organize pretrial case materials, retrieve information from various sources, and communicate with court personnel and other criminal justice agencies to gather necessary information for case prosecution. The position also involves drafting correspondence to various stakeholders, conducting legal research, and assisting attorneys in preparation for depositions, trials, and hearings. The paralegal will coordinate witness appearances, file documents with the court, and may appear in court to take notes and follow up on requested items. This role requires a strong understanding of legal terminology, the discovery process, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with various participants in the civil justice system. The paralegal will also be responsible for maintaining personal time and billing records, statistical records, and preparing reports related to the cases they handle.