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The attorneys who work in the Branch are frequently in trial in both State and Federal court.  \nDUTIES AND  \nRESPONSIBILITIES: The Paralegal will initially focus on assisting Branch attorneys by preparing  \nexhibits and materials for effective presentation at trial; assist with the development of persuasive exhibits, graphics, and other audio/visual presentations using the technology available to the Office, and assisting with the use of that technology at trial.  \nAnother primary job function will be assisting with all aspects of discovery , including electronic discovery requests directed to the City, which are frequently complex and voluminous. This will require propounding and responding to discovery and preparing draft correspondence, motions, and other pleadings for review by the assigned attorney. Other duties will include managing and organizing case files, contacting and scheduling witnesses , performing legal and factual research, and other paralegal functions. The Paralegal will be expected to communicate directly with the assigned attorney(s), City departments and personnel, and opposing counsel, and to ensure the completion of all required assignments and other duties in a timely manner.  \nREQUIRED  \nQUALIFICATIONS: Either (1) Certificate of completion of an accredited paralegal training  \nprogram or (2) a degree from a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semesters, or the equivalent in law-related courses, and which has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private  \nPostsecondary and Vocational Education;  \nMust provide proof of CLE compliance for the previous two reporting periods;  \nSubstantial experience with “Sanction” or similar trial presentation software and expertise in preparing creative and effective exhibits and audio/visual presentations for use in jury trials;  \nAbility to express ideas orally and in writing in a clear, organized , and persuasive manner;  \nA “can do” attitude, a desire to work collaboratively in a busy and goal  \noriented team environment, and a commitment to work in the public interest;  \nThe position requires a self-motivated, quick learner who can exercise independent judgment and is able of working with minimum supervision;  \nApplicants must possess impeccable ethics, excellent organizational skills, and have the ability to work well with attorneys and staff of this Office, personnel from other agencies, and members of the public; and  \nExperience in preparing draft correspondence (including “meet and confer”letters), motions and oppositions to motions to compel, and other pleadings is strongly desired, as is facility with computer systems and software used in law offices, including with “Zylab,” “Relativity,” or other e-discovery  \nmanagement systems.  \nWORK PRODUCT &  \nWRITING SAMPLE: Applicants are required to submit (a) one demonstrative exhibit or trial  \npresentation and (b) one writing sample , both personally composed by the applicant in the last two years.  \nPROBATION: Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a  \none (1) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. 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