Paralegal Manager jobs in Pueblo, CO

Paralegal Manager manages and develops the paralegal team and the systems and processes utilized to conduct research and produce legal documents. Responsible for case management by assigning cases and monitoring progress to ensure timely completion. Being a Paralegal Manager validates and oversees the preparation of legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, motions, appeals, wills, and contracts. Organizes documents into formal report and proofs for attorneys. Additionally, Paralegal Manager provides research and training support to the paralegals utilizing databases and legal libraries. Coordinates with attorneys on special requests or highly complex projects. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Paralegal Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Paralegal Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paralegal
  • Colorado State
  • Arapahoe, CO FULL_TIME
  • Paralegal

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    Paralegal

    Salary

    $4, $5,504.00 Monthly

    Location

    Arapahoe County, CO

    Job Type

    Full Time

    Job Number

    JCA-ARPPAR-031324

    Department

    Office of the State Public Defender

    Opening Date

    03/13/2024

    Closing Date

    3/26/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

    FLSA

    Determined by Position

    Primary Physical Work Address

    13356 East Briarwood Centennial, CO 80112

    • Description
    • Benefits

    Department Information

    Agency Statement:

    Colorado's Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) maintains a reputation as one of the top organizations in the nation specializing in the delivery of indigent criminal defense. We operate as an independent agency within the Judicial Branch of Colorado State Government with nearly 1,000 dedicated employees assigned to twenty-one Regional Trial Offices, a centralized Appellate Division, and a centralized Administrative Office. The mission of OSPD is to defend and protect the rights, liberties and dignity of those accused of crimes who cannot afford to retain counsel. We do so by providing constitutionally and statutorily mandated representation that is effective, zealous, inspired and compassionate.

    We seek to hire professionals who are dedicated to furthering our mission and demonstrate compassion in their service to our clients. We are a fast paced, team-oriented environment, where self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performance are important attributes for success.

    Description of Job

    How to Apply:

    Please e-mail your résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this position and how you meet the qualifications to Carlotta Nelson at and cc Ashley Sullivan at

    The deadline for applying is 11:59 p.m. on March 26, 2024.

    Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot personally respond to each submission. We will notify you by phone and/or e-mail if you are selected for an interview.

    BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OSPD:

    • 6 Health Plans- Cigna & Kaiser options
    • Basic Vision Insurance - included with medical plans
    • Dental Insurance
    • State Paid Life Insurance
    • State Paid Short-Term Disability
    • FSA – Healthcare and Dependent Care
    • HSA Plan with Employer Contribution
    • Generous Paid Time Off
    • 11 paid holidays
    • Access to Mental Health and Well-Being Resources
    • Colorado PERA
    • 401(k) and 457 Supplemental Retirement Plans

    For more information on benefits please visit For additional information on PERA visit

    Additional information about the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender can be found at:

    Position Purpose and Objectives/Definition of Work:

    We are recruiting to fill one Paralegal position for our Arapahoe location. This is the first level within the paralegal series wherein employees learn and apply criminal procedures, rules and laws guiding legal practice in criminal defense; and, apply the principles and practices of a paralegal nature to support and assist with a variety of litigation needs. Positions perform duties and assume responsibility for supporting divisions, units, and clients under the specific direction, instruction and guidance of a defense attorney. Public Defender paralegals serve as part of the defense team, and as such, are bound by the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct including rules regarding the attorney-client privilege and client confidentiality.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Manages and organizes discovery. Converts electronic files to PDF and other formats. Builds trial notebooks, creates digital bookmarks and indexes for easy reference and access by the attorneys and defense team. Creates spreadsheets to manage and organize case records and information including, but not limited to, discovery, witnesses, evidence and exhibits.
    • Reviews and summarizes discovery, videos, and witness interviews. Identifies matters of significance and brings to the attention of the defense team. Reviews discovery with the client. Requests and reviews client records, court records and transcripts to complete case files.
    • Reviews client charges, pleadings, and court orders and researches legal issues as requested by the attorney such as, searching and reviewing statutes, case law, and legal articles for legal precedent, mitigation and sentencing considerations. May assist attorneys in identifying potential conflicts of interest.
    • Searches case-related information as requested by the attorney such as, trending media, news publications, and anything referencing the case, client, codefendants or witnesses that may assist in the preparation of the case, hearing, trial, juror selection or defense strategies.
    • Keeps attorneys and defense teams updated as new information is added to the case files.
    • Under the attorney's direction and review, drafts routine and standard motions, briefs and legal memoranda. Proofreads and edits motions prepared by attorneys. Files pleadings and motions. Redacts documents.
    • Paralegals in the trial offices may prepare appellate packets and coordinate with the Appellate office to ensure timely provision of materials. Paralegals in Appellate, review appellate packets and communicate with the trial offices and other counsel about additional materials needed to timely file Notices of Appeal or complete the record.
    • Tracks and monitors case status and critical timelines on assigned cases to ensure court filings are processed in accordance with established criminal procedures, rules and laws. Keeps attorneys and clients apprised, as appropriate.
    • Provides support for hearings or trials as requested by the attorney including, but not limited to, jury selection; tracking of witnesses; tracking of exhibits; client communication; note taking and documentation of events; coordination of trial materials; and, technical assistance with audio/visual platforms for evidence and Power-Point presentations.
    • Drafts and responds to correspondence from clients, client family members, and representatives from collateral agencies, to obtain and exchange pertinent information in accordance with policy and procedure.
    • Performs a variety of administrative tasks as needed to support the defense team and client, which requires the processing of forms, documents and transactions in accordance with State Office policy and procedure.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

    Education and Qualifications:

    • Paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal studies program or accredited institution;

    OR

    • One year of a combination of education, training or experience performing legal support functions such as, organizing and preparing large legal case files for review by an attorney or presentation in court; legal research; preparing drafts of legal documents; and, compiling and analyzing records and data from legal sources.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • A bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or related field;
    • Experience conducting legal research;
    • Experience working with large case files;
    • Experience in a public defender system;
    • Experience working with indigent populations.

    Knowledge:

    • English language, grammar and punctuation;
    • Basic understanding of legal terminology;
    • General understanding of court and legal processes.

    Skills:

    • Strong client service focus;
    • High degree of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality;
    • Strong attention to detail;
    • Research skills;
    • Strong organizational and time management skills;
    • Ability to learn and apply relevant criminal procedures, rules and laws;
    • Ability to complete tasks and assignments with frequent interruptions;
    • Strong interpersonal skills;
    • Ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with clients, client families and persons of diverse backgrounds;
    • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with members of the Public Defense system, court personnel, witnesses, and representatives of collateral agencies;
    • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
    • Proficiency in standard software applications such as, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power-Point), internet browsers, and e-mail;
    • Ability to learn and utilize Adobe Acrobat and audio/visual software and equipment;
    • Ability to process and organize large amounts of information.

    Supplemental Information

    NON-DISCRIMINATION

    The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Consistent with this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including the application and selection process. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact Katey Tarkington at

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  • McDivitt Law Firm, P.C.
  • Pueblo, CO FULL_TIME
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Personal injury paralegal
  • Jobot
  • Pueblo, CO FULL_TIME
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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
  • Mcdivitt Law Firm PC
  • Pueblo, CO FULL_TIME
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Bartender
  • Oak View Group
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Overview: The Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They must be ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Temp Maintenance Worker - Recycling/Solid Waste
  • City of Pueblo, CO
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Salary: $17.00 Hourly Location : Pueblo, CO Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal Job Number: 2401-PW001 Department: Public Works...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Seasonal Parks Worker
  • City of Pueblo, CO
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Salary: $14.80 - $16.40 Hourly Location : Pueblo, CO Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal Job Number: 2402-P1003 Department: Par...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transit Planning Technician
  • City of Pueblo, CO
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Salary: $52,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually Location : Pueblo, CO Job Type: Transit Job Number: 2402-9510 Department: Trans...
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Clinical Educator Nursing
  • Uchealth
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Description Location: UCHealth Parkview Medical Center, US:CO:Pueblo Department: ER Education FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00...
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RN Oncology
  • Uchealth
  • Pueblo, CO
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RN Acute Care
  • Uchealth
  • Pueblo, CO
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Litigation Associate
  • Haraka HeadHunters LLC
  • Colorado City, CO
  • Job Description Job Description Title: Litigation Associate Attorney (First-Party Property - Plaintiff) Location: Colora...
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Pueblo /ˈpwɛbloʊ/ is a home rule municipality that is the county seat and the most populous city of Pueblo County, Colorado, United States. The population was 106,595 in 2010 census, making it the 267th most populous city in the United States and the 9th largest in Colorado. Pueblo is the heart of the Pueblo Metropolitan Statistical Area, totaling over 160,000 people and an important part of the Front Range Urban Corridor. As of 2014, Pueblo is the primary city of the Pueblo–Cañon City combined statistical area (CSA) totaling approximately 208,000 people, making it the 134th largest in the nat...
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