Paralegal - San Antonio, United States - Bexar County (TX)

Bexar County (TX) San Antonio, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing research and administrative assistance to division attorneys; drafts legal documents and correspondence; files case documents in a timely manner; maintains reporting statistics; and performs related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Processes driving while intoxicated (DWI), felony and vehicle/property forfeiture files
Prepares cases for docket to include issuing subpoenas, obtaining restitution amounts, compiling petitions and reports and collecting other case information
Assists attorneys with current case law research and case preparation
Requests investigative searches for prior convictions, vehicle registration, bankruptcies and current addresses
Drafts legal documents and other correspondence such as probable cause paragraphs for at-large/re-filed cases and synopsis for Grand Jury presentations
Maintains division statistics involving caseload information
Maintains calendar for case settings and hearings and notifies law enforcement personnel of trial dates
Provides case status information to judges, law enforcement agencies, victims, bail bondsmen and opposing attorneys
Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Legal Assistance, and two (2)years legal experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of legal terminology involved in civil and criminal procedures; knowledge of civil and criminal justice process
Skill in completing legal research
Ability to organize legal information; ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; ability to operate personal computer, typewriter and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, judges, law enforcement officers, attorneys and the general public
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

Working conditions are primarily indoors
Required to work in difficult and stressful situations
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-20 pounds
Occasionally moves about the office
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday

Phone:

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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