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Paralegal - County Counsel's Office

County of Humboldt

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Aug 2026

💰 $65,480/yr($51,020/yr – $65,480/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 26-00023

Department: County Counsel

Division: 121 - County Counsel

Job classification: Paralegal

Posting type: Open

Categories: Legal, Professional

Summary

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of paraprofessional duties in support of Humboldt County attorneys; engages in legal research and prepares legal documents; manages case files and assists in litigation preparation; performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Does not exercise supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey-level classification responsible for performing the full range of duties as assigned, work independently, and exercise judgement and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

This classification is distinguished from the Legal Office Assistant and Legal Secretary in performing legal work that requires a strong understanding of legal procedures and terminology.

Examples of duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignment of different positions.

Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles and codes.
Drafts and prepares correspondence, reports, and documents regarding answers to legal questions, legal opinions, appeals, pleadings, subpoenas, interrogatories, requests for production, deposition notices, resolutions, settlement agreements, contracts, collections, and other legal documents.
Prepares and proofreads legal documents such as briefs, petitions, motions, affidavits, and other documents for use by County attorneys.
Investigates facts and case law to prepare cases and determine actions; recommends strategies.
Supports legal case preparation; reads, reviews, and summarizes reports; acquires background information; organizes trial orders, schedules, and court filings; contacts witnesses, victims, and attorneys and others associated with cases.
Organizes and maintains accurate and detailed case files; verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and established records retention schedules including archiving, scanning, and destroying files.
Researches, compiles, and summarizes data from various sources and prepares a variety of reports for internal and external audiences according to established procedures and practices.
Gathers information for prosecution and litigation; prepares written and oral reports for internal and external audiences; tracks legal documents and routes to defendants, attorneys, and courts for processing.
Assists County attorneys in litigation and prosecution by tracking the course and deadlines of cases; assists at trials, hearings, depositions, and strategy meetings; establishes and maintains complex files related to criminal and civil cases.
Provides information and assistance to County attorneys, staff, and the public regarding the status of pending cases, departmental procedures, and other related issues.
Performs a variety of legal administrative and office support duties, including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings, indexing and filing legal documents, and providing information and assistance to the public as requested.
Monitors changes to legal guidelines and regulations.
Collaborates with attorneys and completes special projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.