Paralegal Specialist

$74,750 - $96,734/Yr

State Of Connecticut - Hartford, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Hartford, CT

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Paralegal Specialist position at the State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC) involves providing advanced paralegal support within a complex legal environment. The role includes preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and assisting in case presentations. The position is integral to ensuring compliance with election laws and regulations, and it offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex paralegal duties in legal office operations and case presentation.
• Interpret complex state statutes and federal regulations governing legal records and documents.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, writs, and pleadings for court filings.
• Conduct legal research and analysis of law sources including statutes and legal articles.
• Act as a liaison between the agency, court system, and relevant attorney's offices.
• Analyze complex cases and develop strategies for settlement or litigation.
• Prepare for and represent the state's interest at hearings or through case presentations.
• Draft legal documents, complaints, stipulations, and detailed memoranda.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in legal studies and one (1) year of experience providing paraprofessional legal assistance to an attorney;
• An Associate's degree in legal studies and three (3) years of experience providing paraprofessional legal assistance to an attorney;
• Completion of a Paralegal or Legal Assistance Certificate Program approved by the American Bar Association and three (3) years of experience providing paraprofessional legal assistance to an attorney;
• Completion of a Paralegal or Legal Assistance Certificate Program consisting of a minimum of twenty-four (24) semester hours from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience providing paraprofessional legal assistance to an attorney;
• Completion of a Paralegal or Legal Assistance Certificate Program from a business school approved by the State of Connecticut, Office of Higher Education and four (4) years of experience providing paraprofessional legal assistance to an attorney;
• A Law degree from an accredited Law School.

Nice-to-haves

• Considerable experience with legal processes and procedures;
• Experience with relevant agency policies and procedures;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Experience in fact-finding techniques, including interviewing clients and compiling evidence.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off