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Paralegal

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Office

Massachusetts

Full Time

Paralegal - (2500063Y)

Description

 

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.

 

Qualifications

 
  •       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
 Official Title: Paralegal

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Canton - 45 Shawmut Road

Job

: Legal Services

Agency

: Norfolk DA

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Aug 13, 2025, 6:13:02 PM

Number of Openings

: 1

Salary

: 48,000.00 - 60,000.00 YearlyIf you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: HR Manager - 7818304857

Paralegal

Office

Massachusetts

Full Time

August 14, 2025

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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