Duties may include, but are not limited to the following
- Performs complex research for cases referred by attorney or law enforcement.
- Makes recommendations for litigation strategy.
- Drafts and prepares legal documents.
- Interviews witnesses.
- Assists in settlement negotiations and motion and trial preparation.
- Assists peace officers/attorneys during investigations.
- Prepares financial profiles and conducts property searches.
- Provides investigative assistance to attorneys in criminal prosecution.
- Assists in grant management; and collects statistical data and prepares reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Two (2) years of experience equivalent to a Legal Assistant with Merced County.
Education: Completion of a recognized paralegal certificate program which included course work in legal research and writing, evidence, discovery, contracts and torts, civil litigation, and criminal law.
Posted: March 10, 2025