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NEOGOV · 14 hours ago

Paralegal 1 (26988)

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$46K/yr - $69K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company that provides software solutions for government agencies, and they are seeking a Paralegal 1 to assist attorneys. The role involves researching legal precedents, preparing legal documents, and managing case files to support legal proceedings.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

Responsibilities

Drafts and prepares legal correspondence for attorneys. Coordinates administrative support activities

Opens and manages cases through closure. Maintains up-to-date case management/tracking system

Keeps accurate files of correspondence and materials relating to cases

Conveys information to clients regarding the status of cases and the legal process

Schedules court hearings and appointments

Deals with the public, and serves as a contact between LOPD and all court staff, district attorneys and law enforcement personnel

Researches law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare case accordingly

Prepares dockets and prints necessary documents, such as summons, grand jury indictments, and supplemental criminal information

May draft legal instruments, motions, pleadings, appeals, docketing statements correspondence, release and agreements

This classification may be required to report to a judicial partner’s building or office. Which may include Courthouses, District Attorney Offices, Detention Centers and/or Correctional Facilities. To perform the essential functions an incumbent in this classification may be required to successfully complete a 3rd party background check conducted by a judicial partner

Performs related and other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal researchDrafting legal documentsCase managementLegal correspondenceClient communicationPublic interactionSchedulingMultilingual

Required

High school diploma or GED

Two (2) years of work experience drafting and preparing legal correspondence

Conducting legal research

Maintaining a case management/tracking system

Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required education and experience

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's License