Paralegal I/II (Litigation) Position Available In Orange, Florida
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Job Description
Salary Range $24.88-$31.73 Job Posting End Date – Applications will no longer be accepted starting 06-25-2025
Job Summary RE-POST:
PRIOR APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Salary:
Paralegal I:
$24.88- $31.725
Paralegal II:
$26.37- $33.63
PLEASE NOTE:
This position is not eligible for remote-work. The City Attorney’s Office has an opening for an experienced paralegal to perform paraprofessional, legal support services and case management for attorneys in the Civil Litigation Section of the City Attorney’s Office. The ideal candidate will have experience in insurance defense litigation and possess exceptional knowledge of civil litigation, with a proven track record of independently managing a diverse caseload and experience in drafting pleadings and conducting all aspects of discovery. Experience in handling litigation in both state and federal courts would be considered a plus. Applicants must be able to work independently and proactively as well as within a team environment. Paralegals work under the general supervision of the litigation attorneys. Salary based on qualifications and experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Paralegal I:
Associate’s Degree in Legal Services or related field and two (2) years experience in a law or judicial office as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, one (1) year of which must have been as a Paralegal working in an area relevant to the area of assignment (criminal law, real property, or general civil); or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A paralegal certificate may substitute for the requirement of one year of paralegal work. Must demonstrate the ability to type at least 35 words per minute.
Paralegal II:
Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Legal Services or closely related field and four (4) years relevant paralegal experience in a law or judicial office in an area relevant to the area of assignment (criminal law, real property, or general civil); or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must demonstrate the ability to type at least 35 words per minute.
Important:
To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master’s degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree. To apply with us, create an account and select a Password. After your account has been established, you apply by uploading your resume from a saved document on your computer, import your resume from LinkedIn, or manually enter your information. This information will be saved and used to apply for future job openings. You can then apply online by clicking the “Apply” link next to the job posting. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. City of Orlando accepts applications for current job openings only. To be notified of future openings create a candidate account, then click on “Job Alerts’ in the upper right corner and enter your alert criteria. Persons requiring accommodations should call 407-246-2235. The City of Orlando participates in E-Verify. For more information, including your rights, click here. City of Orlando Recruiting Video Don’t see the job you want posted now? Use the link to send us your resume so we can keep you informed if a job becomes available for which you are qualified. Create a Candidate Home account and set up Job Alerts to get regular notifications when jobs you are interested in become available.