Salary Range For Internal/Rehire Applicants: - Hourly
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To assist attorneys by performing responsible technical paralegal work involving document preparation, seeking of records and materials for litigation purposes, speaking with witnesses and victims for litigation purposes in juvenile law cases which involve delinquency, abuse/neglect, adoption and termination of parental rights. Appointing Authority and Supervision Received: The Chief Juvenile Officer is the appointing authority. The Chief Juvenile Officer and Chief Deputy Juvenile Officer provide general supervision. The paralegal receives direct supervision by a managing attorney/trial team leader. Supervision Exercised: None. Characteristic and Assigned Duties: (The following duties are representative of the position and do not include all duties which may be performed.) Organize and maintain casefiles, in both paper and electronic formats, utilizing case management software. Analyze and assess evidence in cases; determine need for additional information and take action, including but not limited to, by preparing pleadings for attorney’s review, subpoenas, and contacting agencies to obtain records. May travel to agency partners within the Kansas City metro area to pick up records. Assist attorneys with organization of evidence and meetings with witnesses in preparation for hearings and trial. May attend court hearings and meetings as assistance to attorney. Timely and accurately draft and efile exhibit/witness lists, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents and coordinate attorney review and signature process for documents. Timely and accurately prepare, deliver, process and efile legal documents, including but not limited to, subpoenas, summons, and affidavits. Analyze and summarize records, depositions, transcripts, pleadings and motions from court and related agencies’ files. Perform related work as required, including but not limited to, serve on teams/committees as assigned, cross-train for other paralegal duties as assigned, and work on special projects as assigned. Provide information within the limits of confidentiality to relevant persons. Track pending cases and advise attorney of concerns with sufficiency of evidence, whether by lack of records in admissible format or lack of service of subpoenas or summons or other challenges during litigation. Maintains a calendar of critical dates and deadlines, including but not limited to, court hearings, court filings, pre-trial dates, and discovery response dates. Perform other duties as required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of court procedures, legal documents and terminology, laws and legal factors, preferably those pertaining to criminal, juvenile or family law. Skill and ability in word processing and the operation of computers, computer programs and case management software. Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, clearly, concisely, accurately and timely, both verbally and in writing. Ability to draft pleadings and legal documents accurately and timely. Ability to work for extended periods of time without frequent supervision. Ability to apply legal principles and knowledge of individual cases and problems. Ability to analyze, appraise and organize evidence. Ability to prepare clear, complete and logical reports and written documentation. Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of demands on time. Ability to work and relate in a positive fashion toward individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Juvenile Office, and with other Juvenile Offices, agency partners, community stakeholders, the community and court administration. Knowledge and strict observance of ethics and professional responsibility incumbent upon employees of lawyers and the Court, including maintenance of confidential information. Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and prudent manner. Minimum Qualifications: The incumbent MUST fulfill one of the six listed education/experience requirements:
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