A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
To be determined based on business unit needs. Classes may be offered during the day, evening and/or weekend. Please indicate your availability when applying for this position.
Job Description:
Teaches a full range of legal specialty courses for paralegals such as Introduction to Paralegal Professions, Civil Procedure, Basic Legal Research & Writing, Law Office Technology, Computer Assisted Legal Research, Torts and Evidence, Business Transactions, Paralegal Practicum and Paralegal Capstone. Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts Evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers, and examinations Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines Be available to students for coaching Periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training and development
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in discipline Five years professional experience as either an attorney or a paralegal Demonstrated experience working with or managing paralegals or legal assistants Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent) Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills Appropriately responds to the needs of the community
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience In order to be considered for an Adjunct faculty position, these additional documents are required to be uploaded: Unofficial transcript & license/certifications (Based on requirements outlined in posting).
Special Note:
This is a Part-Time Faculty position, with the following set rate of pay: $951/Equated Semester Unit (ESU) Special Instructions to
Applicants:
During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Adjunct only:
If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands from your employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.2 Adjunct Faculty Hiring and Employment Procedure.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.
