Paralegal - Augusta

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$20.68–$28.88 Per Month

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Adobe Product Family, Attorney, Case Management, Communication Skills, Develop and Maintain Customers, Email Management/Administration, Interpersonal Skills, Law Enforcement, Legal, Mail Processing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Process Management, Team Player, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Augusta, Maine

POSTED

30+ days ago

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Maine Commission on Public Defense Services

Capitol Region Public Defenders

Paralegal - Augusta

Opening Date: April 3, 2026

Closing Date: May 3, 2026

Grade / Admin unit : 20 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code: 0884

Position No.: 146000034

Salary: $20.68 - $28.88/Hourly

Location: Augusta

Telework: Partial/Hybrid, with management approval, upon completion of probationary period. All telework must be performed in the State of Maine.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Capitol Region Public Defenders is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a paralegal position. The paralegal will provide in-office support to multiple Assistant Defenders with heavy criminal defense caseloads. The paralegal will perform case preparation, investigative and information gathering tasks necessary for providing effective assistance of counsel. The paralegal will draft routine documents such as client correspondence, discovery requests, and motions. The paralegal may also communicate with a wide network of court officials, law enforcement, legal and social agencies, jail and prison officials, as well as clients and their family members.

The ideal candidate must be self-directed, highly organized and highly accurate, with the ability to work efficiently and independently. The candidate must have strong interpersonal skills when communicating with individuals who are frustrated or under emotional distress.

The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic and ability to manage heavy email traffic in multiple shared inboxes. It is essential that the successful candidate works well as part of a team and adapts well to rapid changes in a fast-paced legal environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supporting busy attorneys and tracking large caseloads
Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite for day-to-day tasks
Managing heavy email traffic across multiple shared inboxes
Maintain communication with clients about court dates, case status, and other matters as directed by Assistant Defenders
Communicate with a wide network of agencies such as the courts, jails/prisons, legal and social agencies, as well as client family members.
Draft routine documents including discovery requests, motions, client correspondence, etc.
Tracking and keeping an accurate calendar of scheduled court dates
Processing incoming court documents and maintaining up to date case files
Process incoming and outgoing mail for Assistant Defenders
Collecting, managing, and organizing discovery including body worn camera footage, dash camera footage, police reports and witness statements, various audio, etc.
Use Adobe Pro to compile documents and electronic discovery binders
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Legal Administrator

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong skills in Adobe Pro
Ability to manage and process highly confidential and sensitive material
Knowledge of Titles 17-A and 29-A, and the life of a criminal case
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals who may be under emotional distress
Strong knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to navigate an electronic court filing system and adapt to evolving technology
Ability to write clearly and effectively
Ability to work as a team to foster a positive working environment
Ability to learn case management software and effectively use it

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency - OR - graduation from an approved, accredited paralegal program of instruction and one (1) year of paralegal experience. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law office setting and who are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional refere

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