Job Description
Assistant Paralegal - Full-Time Permanent Opportunity with the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California
Overview: - The Office of the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California is seeking a full-time permanent Assistant Paralegal for its Sacramento Office. - The position involves representing indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related court matters. - Assistant Paralegals play an integral role in our clients’ legal representation and the overall function of our office. - Duties include general case preparation, client file maintenance and organization, case management, coordinating with clients and other parties, and administrative tasks. - Applicants must have strong technology skills, be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and have a demonstrated work history of dependability and initiative. - Candidates must also possess good communication and interpersonal skills, be familiar with legal terminology and court procedures, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. - This is a full-time position with federal salary and benefits, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and flexible spending accounts. - COVID vaccinations will be required for the selected candidate.
Job Title: - Assistant Paralegal
Organization: - Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California
Department: - Sacramento Office
Location: - Sacramento, CA
Salary: - Not specified, federal salary based on qualifications and experience
Experience: - High school diploma required, at least 3 years of general work experience, and 2 years of specialized experience as a Legal Assistant or paralegal. - Some post-high school education may be substituted for experience. - Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and court rules required. - Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Responsibilities: - General case preparation - Client file maintenance and organization - Case management, including tracking time spent - Coordinating with clients, their families, experts, and witnesses - Calendaring hearings and pleading deadlines - Interacting with other court agencies - Assisting with court trial and appellate pleading preparation, filing, and hearings - Ordering documents and records - Backup telephone and reception duties - Other legal assistant and administrative tasks as needed
Requirements: - Strong technology skills, ability to multi-task, and demonstrated work history of dependability and initiative - Good communication and interpersonal skills - Familiarity with electronic court filing systems - Interest in indigent criminal defense and compassion for clients - Microsoft Word proficiency required, experience with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat Professional preferred - Non-English speaking and/or writing skills a plus
How to Apply: - Submit a single Adobe pdf file containing a cover letter, resume, three references, a brief writing sample, and a completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment form (AO78) to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. - Position announced on 1/08/2025 and is open until filled. - Applicants will be notified before any communication with listed references. - Applicants will need to be up-to-date on their COVID vaccinations by their start date.
Equal Opportunity Employer: - The Office of the Federal Defender is an equal opportunity employer. - If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.
Assistant Paralegal Opportunity with the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California
H1: Assistant Paralegal - Full-Time Permanent Opportunity with Federal Defender in Sacramento, CA H2: Join our team and make a difference in indigent criminal defense!
Overview: - Full-time permanent Assistant Paralegal position with the Office of the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California. - Represent indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related court matters. - Integral role in clients' legal representation and office function. - Duties include case preparation, file maintenance, case management, coordinating with clients and other parties, and administrative tasks. - Strong technology skills, ability to multi-task, and demonstrated work history of dependability and initiative required. - Federal salary and benefits, including health insurance and retirement benefits.
Organization: - Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California
Department: - Sacramento Office
Location: - Sacramento, CA
Salary: - Not specified, federal salary based on qualifications and experience
Experience: - High school diploma, at least 3 years of general work experience, and 2 years of specialized experience as a Legal Assistant or paralegal. - Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and court rules required. - Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Responsibilities: - Case preparation and file maintenance - Case management and coordination with clients and other parties - Administrative tasks as needed
Requirements: - Strong technology skills, ability to multi-task, and demonstrated work history of dependability and initiative - Familiarity with electronic court filing systems - Interest in indigent criminal defense and compassion for clients
How to Apply: - Submit a single Adobe pdf file containing a cover letter, resume, three references, a brief writing sample, and a completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment form (AO78) to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. - Position announced on 1/08/2025 and is open until filled. - Applicants will be notified before any communication with listed references.
Equal Opportunity Employer: - The Office of the Federal Defender is an equal opportunity employer. - If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.
Join the Office of the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California as an Assistant Paralegal in Sacramento, CA
Overview: - Full-time permanent Assistant Paralegal position with the Office of the Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California. - Represent indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related court matters. - Integral role in clients' legal representation and office function. - Duties include case preparation, file maintenance, case management, coordinating with clients and other parties, and administrative
