Paralegals and Senior Paralegals
We offer a friendly, professional environment and the opportunity to work in a public law office doing work which has an impact on the community and its residents.
Positions in our office
Paralegals and Senior Paralegals in the Office of the County Counsel work with attorneys and other legal professionals on civil and quasi-civil matters. Paralegals may work in one or more legal practice areas. Exact paralegal assignments will vary by practice area, but some examples include: managing the collection, synthesis, and summarization of documents and other records; assisting with the preparation of testimony, exhibits, and other documents for different types of legal proceedings, including court hearings, trials, and arbitrations; communicating and coordinating with other County department staff, witnesses, and experts; tracking timelines for legal proceedings; assisting in the review of documents for responsiveness to subpoenas and requests under the California Public Records Act; and performing cite checking and basic legal research.
The Paralegal - County Counsel position requires a certificate of completion from a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association, or alternate education/experience as provided in Business and Professions Code section 6450(c).
The Senior Paralegal - County Counsel position requires one year of experience as a paralegal in addition to the requirements for the Paralegal – County Counsel position.
What we value in an applicant
We seek individuals who have excellent written and oral communication abilities and proficiency with interpersonal, client, customer service, and organizational skills. The capability to work collaboratively with your colleagues and clients, and strong research and problem-solving abilities are valued. An eagerness to take on interesting challenges with a commitment to public service in a fast-paced, professional environment are all essential qualities for success in this job. Experience in a legal or government office is highly desirable.
To apply for a paralegal position
We will post links here when we have recruitments open to receive new applications.
Frequently asked questions and testimonials
Please refer to our frequently asked questions about working in the County Counsel’s Office, including information on salaries and benefits.
Also read testimonials from current team members about working in the County Counsel’s Office.