Paralegal I

North Carolina Department of Justice

Raleigh, NC, US
Up to $50,909; not specified; employer pyid health...
Not specified (assumed in-office due to nature of role).
Experience supporting attorneys with active litigation practice
Ability to multi-task and prioritize case deadlines
Effective communication and collaboration skills
The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking a Paralegal I to provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in the Education Section and Civil Division. The ideal candidate will possess experience in litigation support and have strong communication and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • The Paralegal I supports attorneys in the Education Section and Civil Division who handle heavy and complex litigation loads.
  • Responsibilities include drafting legal filings, responding to discovery, conducting legal research, performing cite checks, and notifying excess liability carriers.
  • The North Carolina Department of Justice offers employer-paid health insurance, twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, and retirement benefits.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Justice is seeking a Paralegal I to provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in the Education Section and Civil Division. The ideal candidate will possess experience in litigation support and have strong communication and organizational skills.

Salary

Up to $50,909; Not specified; Employer paid health insurance, dental, vision, retirement benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience supporting attorneys with active litigation practice
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize case deadlines
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with federal, state, and administrative courts
  • Strong organizational skills for complex litigation loads
  • Proven ability to manage client needs effectively

Key Requirements

  • Graduation from accredited paralegal training program OR Bachelor's degree plus one year experience
  • High school diploma/GED plus five years of substantive paralegal experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by equivalency guide

Work Rights

Not specified

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