PARALEGAL at City of Stamford – Stamford, Connecticut

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN UPDATED TO PART TIME, NON-BENEFIT ELIGIBLE

Under the general supervision of the Director of Legal Affairs or designee, performs paralegal functions in conjunction with the intake, case flow management and disposition of legal cases and claims; does related work as directed.

Supervision Received: Under the general supervision of the Director of Legal Affairs or designee.

Supervision Exercised: None

• Performs related duties as required.
• Drafts pleadings, motions, interrogatories, and files with court.
• Prepares and responds to requests for production of material.
• Coordinates case flow from inception to completion, assuring compliance with department procedures.
• Maintains departmental computer database of cases, calendar and related subject matters.
• Interviews with witnesses and clients and prepare written summaries.
• Maintains liaison with insurance carriers and other service vendors as required.
• Maintains law library, updates and files supplementary material.
• Performs technical research on legal matters. Checks citations and sherardizes; when required.
• Assists in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, contacting and coordinating witness appearances, and preparation of subpoenas.
• Reviews and coordinates the taking of depositions from witnesses, defendants and plaintiffs.
• Monitors delinquent tax collection program, including liaison with outside counsel handling tax foreclosures.

• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Good knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.
• Ability to conduct basic legal research.
• Ability to prepare complex written reports and documents.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in paralegal studies and one (1) year of paralegal experience OR a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution and three (3) years of paralegal experience or equivalent OR graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. or L.L.B.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION:
Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked on their level and quality of related experience, education and training documented on the application and application supplement. Incomplete applications and/or supplements will be rejected.

FILING REQUIREMENTS:
Interested candidates should submit a completed City of Stamford Employment Application and Application supplement.