Wisconsin State Public Defender · 19 hours ago
Paralegal - Wisconsin Rapids Trial Office
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.12/hr - $35.06/hrThe Wisconsin State Public Defender is seeking a dedicated Paralegal for their Wisconsin Rapids Trial Office. The role involves providing professional support to attorneys, assisting in case preparation, investigating cases, and preparing legal documents while also conducting client intake and evaluating indigency.
GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide complex professional support
Gather information to assist attorneys in case preparation
Investigate cases
Prepare legal documents
Conduct client intake
Evaluate indigency
Qualification
Required
Preparing legal documents (e.g., drafting pleadings, briefs; gathering records; organizing data, etc.)
Experience with computer software
Effective oral, written, and communication skills
Working effectively with people from different ethnic, cultural, political, economic, and religious backgrounds
Preferred
Paralegal experience
Knowledge of the criminal justice system
Benefits
Access to the region's best health plans
Generous paid time off starting with 3.5 weeks of vacation
9 paid holidays
Ample sick leave
Participation is one of the nation's top-rated pension plans
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
Wisconsin State Public Defender
Wisconsin State Public Defender provides information about criminal defense training opportunities & SPD employment opportunities.
Founded in 1965
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase