The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

The Paralegal 2 assists Prosecuting Attorneys in the Wayne County Prosecutor's office by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. This position will conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action; prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing system.

The Paralegal will also meet with clients and other professionals to discuss case details; prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits; prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings and appeals; handle discovery requests from defense counsel; and gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes and documents. The Paralegal 2 will also be responsible for producing and maintaining the weekly court Docket for Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys.

Required Tasks

• Write, type, edit, format, and proofread various legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, contract and memoranda under the direction of attorneys.
• Conduct legal research, review, read and analyze legal and other documents and report on information received from various sources.
• Perform case management; including opening and closing files in the office case management system under the direction of attorneys and supervisors, calendaring and track court deadlines.
• Schedule depositions and court reporters.
• Organize trial and case files, organize records and documentation to monitor case activities to ensure smooth flow, and assist with Department filing and work collaboratively with the legal team.
• Summarize depositions, review other documents and legal pleadings, and prepare exhibits.
• Case investigation; including witness location and other discovery assistance, research and investigation.
• Attend meetings with attorneys, take notes, and assist attorneys with cases, including but not limited to deposition preparation.
• Conduct interviews and contact witnesses, clients, law offices, governmental agencies and communicate with the public, including telephone contact.
• File documents in person and/or electronically with the district, circuit and federal courts under the direction of attorneys.
• Copy, scan, shred hard copy and electronic data and documents under the direction of attorneys.
• Perform other duties assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational/Experience Requirements

  • A HS Diploma/ GED and paralegal certificate; minimum three (3) years civil or criminal (preferred) legal experience, which includes the preparation and drafting of legal documents in a law firm or legal department; or
  • An associate degree from an accredited school in Paralegal Studies/Legal Administration; and minimum two (2) years full time paid civil or criminal (preferred) legal experience in a law firm or legal department; or
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited school and minimum one (1) year full time paid civil or criminal (preferred) experience in a law firm or legal department; or
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited school and a paralegal certificate; or
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited school in Paralegal Studies/Legal Administration
  • A Juris Doctorate