Paralegal

Primary responsibilities of the Paralegal include providing support to Assistant District Attorneys, law enforcement investigators and the State Police assigned to the NDAO by assisting with case-related matters from the initial investigations through to trials. Principal responsibilities include: * Assist in case preparation, pretrial and trial preparation, both in and outside the courtroom * Compile and analyze case documents such as 911 tapes, booking and incident reports, penitentiary packets, financial records, certified prior convictions, medical records, cellular and landline phone records, and drug certifications * Process discovery * Consult with parties, experts, and witnesses * Develop and follow research trails using internal and external tools and databases * Manage case files * Assemble trial exhibits * Review legal forms for accuracy * Photocopy and collate case related documents * Other duties as assigned The Paralegal will also perform other duties at any court location as may be assigned to him/her by the District Attorney, the First Assistant District Attorneys or Chief of the District Courts. * Associates or higher degree with a major in paralegal studies or an Associates or higher degree with a paralegal certificate. * Previous paralegal experience, especially as a litigation paralegal * Strong computer skills and the ability to use and adapt to a variety of software programs * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite * The ability to perform general legal research * Knowledge of legal terminology and principles * Self-starter, with proven ability to work independently and as part of a team with the ability to multi-task in a high volume, fast paced environment * Outstanding interpersonal skills and workplace etiquette * Excellent organizational skills, project completion skills with a strong attention to detail * A sincere interest in the public sector, the work of the NDAO, an overall understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the role of the prosecution * The sensitive and confidential nature of our work requires strong personal character, integrity, judgment, maturity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality Job: *Legal Services Organization: *Norfolk DA Title: Paralegal Location: Massachusetts-Canton - 45 Shawmut Road Requisition ID: 2600068T