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Open Cases Paralegal
Summary
Title:Open Cases Paralegal
ID:1678
Department:Case Management Services
Campaign Start Date:10/20/2017
Salary Range:$40,264
Description
Program Summary:
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has multiple openings for a Paralegal in its Case Management Services Unit. In this position, the Paralegal is responsible for providing time sensitive clerical support to DANY’s Trial Bureaus and Case Management Services Unit.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Working in criminal court, processing and distributing court notes.
  • Maintaining criminal court calendar for office.
  • Identify and notate hearing and trial status.
  • Review, update and file all future case documents.
  • Prepare and maintain routine court related reports
  • Working with Assistant District Attorneys to ensure timely submission and returns of court notes.
  • Working with court clerk and other court personnel on case readiness
  • Perform data entry using in-house data base system.
  • Perform clerical and related tasks within the court and unit.
  • Assist ADAs in court part and court personnel as needed.
  • Check documents for accuracy of information and conformity with established policy.
  • Perform related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Ability to update and edit existing proprietary databases.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
  • Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
  • Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives and outside visitors.
  • Previous clerical experience preferred.
Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree requirred.
Preferred Requirements:
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to work overtime on short notice.
Commitment:
  • One (1) year commitment to hiring bureau.
The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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