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City of Richmond, Virginia · 3 days ago

Paralegal

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The City of Richmond is seeking a Paralegal for its Civil Litigation Division to assist attorneys with matters in federal and state courts. The role involves managing multiple assignments, conducting legal research, preparing documents, and coordinating legal actions.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Prepares various documents related to cases; gathers information; writes, edits, and prepares documents for authorization; prepares and files pleadings, motions, orders, notices, and briefs in Richmond Circuit Court and General District Court; prepares orders of confirmation and distribution; prepares acknowledgement letters for claimants

Maintains files for open cases; prepares and submits documents; opens and closes files

Coordinates the schedule of City Attorney and opens litigation cases; contacts necessary internal and external departments

Qualification

Paralegal certificateCivil litigation experienceMicrosoft Office SuiteLegal researchCommunication skills

Required

Paralegal certificate

Associates degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or other discipline; or

An equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong written and verbal skills

Experience in civil litigation law is desired

Preferred

Experience with civil litigation, federal and state courts, or municipal law

Experience with drafting orders, preparing discovery, scheduling legal actions

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Strong ability to conduct legal research

Strong ability to communicate with various internal and external departments

Keen ability to pay attention to details and ability to remain organized

Strong oral and written communication skills

Considerable knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Company

City of Richmond, Virginia

City of Richmond, Virginia

Founded in 1737

Richmond, Virginia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.rva.gov/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Lawson Wijesooriya

Chief of Staff

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