Paralegal

The purpose of this position is to provide paralegal support for the staff attorneys. This is accomplished by researching applicable legal authorities, presenting findings, drafting legal pleadings and documents, assisting with investigations and case preparation, coordinating between the City Attorney's office and other City departments and outside agencies, monitoring deadlines, drafting resolutions and amendments to City Ordinances, drafting answers to discovery requests, performing title searches of real estate, preparing real estate documents, preparing correspondence, conducting real estate closings, and reviewing public records requests.

Other duties include coordinating with various boards and groups within the City.

Performs legal research by identifying the issue to be researched; reading and comprehending statutes, case law and other legal authorities; and presenting findings.
Prepares records and legal documents by drafting language for documents, typing documents, creating databases for projects, tracking multiple projects, preparing agenda items for City Council meetings, preparing correspondence and closing documents, communicating with home owners to resolve concerns, and requesting and disbursing checks.

Prepares cases by setting up files, drafting routine pleadings, gathering missing information, interviewing and coordinating witnesses, drafting discovery requests and responses, and preparing trial exhibits.

Performs title searches of real estate records by searching various public websites and databases, plotting property descriptions, and compiling and summarizing findings.

Provides administrative support by answering telephones, filing, training other city employees regarding title search process, preparing correspondence, assisting with citizens requests, and coordinating meetings.

Education: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two year associate's degree or education and experience equivalency.

Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience in law, government, or related field.

Requirements:

• Certification by the N.C. State Bar Board of Paralegal Certification or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
• Class C Driver's License.