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Paralegal

Beaufort County
Beaufort, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025 CLOSED ON 3/2/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Beaufort County?

The purpose of this position is to perform responsible paraprofessional work in assisting the County Attorney's Office with trials, appeals, investigations, real estate transactions, legal research and complete other tasks as requested by the County Attorney or Deputy County Attorney.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

  • Performs legal research, completes specially assigned projects, and manages complex problems and time-constrained tasks with rapid but error-free analyses.
  • Drafts, reviews and analyzes legal documents including complaints, interrogatories, affidavits, motions, notices, subpoenas and jury instructions, and complete cite checking in preparation of filing briefs and motions.
  • Assists attorneys with case development and trial preparation. Â
  • Coordinates witnesses and exhibits for court. Â Responsible for responding to subpoenas of County staff and coordinating appearances in court when required. Â
  • Communicates with clients, vendors, witnesses, and staff throughout the litigation process.
  • Reviews and analyzes documents and data to prepare matters for legal representation. Â
  • Maintains, organizes and creates resources and databases. Â Responsible for responding to discovery requests including communicating with all appropriate staff, obtaining and reviewing documents, and ensuring the requesting party receives all data by the required deadline. Â
  • Coordinates and schedules conferences with clients, witnesses and opposing parties. Â Schedules meetings and discussions as requested by the County Attorney. Â Â
  • Analyzes plans, data, and prepares pleading and related documents. Â
  • Obtain data from clients and second parties. Â Responsible for responding to subpoenas including communication with County employees, attorneys and the Court when appropriate. Â
  • Assists in monitoring and responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
  • Performs related work as assigned.
  • Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
  • Over four years and up to and including eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Certified Paralegal.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
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