Paralegal

MCAO

Paralegal assisting attorneys on civil enforcement and elections matters in the County Attorney's Office. Involves redacting public records consistent with Arizona law.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, document preparation, and case management, with a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Proficient in coordinating legal processes and ensuring compliance with public records laws and court deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationCase ManagementParalegal Studies CertificationLitigation Support

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDocument DraftingCase File ManagementLegal Document ReviewLitigation Calendar ManagementPublic Records ProcessingWitness InterviewingInformation AssemblyDeficiency IdentificationCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Studies Certificate

Industry Keywords

Legal ProceduresCourt RulesPublic Records LawsLitigationLegal Terminology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conducts legal research and provides summaries
Prepares documents and exhibits
Assembles necessary information for legal proceedings
Drafts a variety of legal documents
Maintains case files and case logs
Reviews legal documents for completeness and conformance to specific requirements
Interviews witnesses and clients to obtain or clarify case preparation information
Identifies deficiencies and discrepancies detected during file and document examination and takes appropriate action
Manages litigation calendars and monitors court deadlines to ensure timely filings
Communicates with clients, government agencies, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and court personnel
Coordinates the intake, tracking, and processing of public records requests in accordance with applicable state public records laws and agency policies
Monitors changes in court rules, public records laws, election laws, tax statutes, and administrative procedures affecting litigation support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or legal assistance and two years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or work involving legal procedures, terminology, or administration
OR Certificate in Paralegal Studies + Two years of legal support experience needed
OR Bachelor’s or higher in paralegal studies, legal assistant, or a related field – no experience needed
OR Bachelor’s or higher in an unrelated field + an Associate or Certification in paralegal studies – no experience needed
OR Two years of paralegal experience + Two years of legal support experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1