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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Paralegal/Program Analyst

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$76K/yr - $126K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Paralegal/Program Analyst to join the Office of General Counsel at the State Bar of California. This role involves coordinating responses to records requests under the California Public Records Act and providing legal and administrative support within the office.

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Responsibilities

Drafting and sending responses to public records requests and ensuring compliance with the CPRA, including drafting initial responses that set out all applicable exemptions

Independently communicating with public records requestors to help them identify relevant documents and ensure effective interpretation of requests, as necessary

Working with offices within the State Bar to gather records and providing guidance and support to the offices to identify/locate responsive records

Independently reviewing documents and determining applicable exemptions and required redactions consistent with the CPRA and the State Bar Act

Researching eligible exemptions and stay abreast of changes to the CPRA and related legislation

Organizing records with particular attention to detail and maintaining excellent documentation of request status such that backup coverage can be provided during absences – both planned and unplanned; and

Educating and advising staff on CPRA obligations and procedures

Assisting with subpoena and discovery compliance, including reviewing requests, gathering responsive documents, coordinating with internal departments, drafting responses and tracking deadlines

Providing support for responding to government claims, including preparation of response letters and tracking deadlines

Conducting document review, analysis, and organization for litigation, audits, investigations, or other regulatory matters

Assisting with contract management, including drafting standard terms, tracking contract status, and maintaining files

Providing litigation support as needed including case management and litigation tracking; and

Providing general support on projects or other assignments as assigned or directed by OGC attorneys, including involving the knowledge, interpretation, and application of State Bar policies, rules, regulations, and procedures

Qualification

California Public Records ActLegal researchDocument management systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteData analysisCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solvingAttention to detailInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a field that develops the skills required for the functions and responsibilities of the position

Two (2) year's experience as a paralegal

Certification of completion of an approved paralegal program

Mandatory continuing legal education: completing four hours of legal ethics classes every three years and four hours of general law classes every two years

Bachelor's degree in a field that develops skills related to essential duties, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position

Two (2) years of experience in data collection and evaluation, research or performance or financial analysis, grant compliance in a public sector, legal or nonprofit environment, or equivalent