Paralegal
Harris County Attorney's Office, Houston, TX, United States
General Summary
The Public Integrity Division focuses on election crimes and crimes committed in the course and scope of public employment. A Paralegal within the division supports prosecutors by organizing evidence, managing case files, preparing discovery, and helping track complex investigations and prosecutions. The Paralegal plays a key role in reviewing documents and maintaining secure, well-structured case management.
Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare reports with tasks to be completed for open cases and investigations
Monitor deadlines, schedules, and compliance with discovery obligations
Manage case files, maintain secure databases, and ensure proper handling of confidential or sensitive info
Attend witness meetings and court trials
Support trial prep by organizing evidence and assisting ADAs as needed
Draft GJ subpoenas and maintain GJ responses
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strong organizational and case-management abilities
Effective communication and collaboration with coworkers, government agencies, and the public
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strict adherence to ethical rules and moral guidelines
Competence with legal software, document-management tools, and digital evidence platforms
Comfort with large volumes of documents, including financial records and government data
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department
Required Education
Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies or a paralegal certificate
Salary (Starting)
$28.28 hourly / $4,901.87 monthly / $58,822.40 annually
Benefits
Harris County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular (full-time) employees, which includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Wellness programs
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ten (10) vacation days per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
Eleven (11) County holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program
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The Public Integrity Division focuses on election crimes and crimes committed in the course and scope of public employment. A Paralegal within the division supports prosecutors by organizing evidence, managing case files, preparing discovery, and helping track complex investigations and prosecutions. The Paralegal plays a key role in reviewing documents and maintaining secure, well-structured case management.
Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare reports with tasks to be completed for open cases and investigations
Monitor deadlines, schedules, and compliance with discovery obligations
Manage case files, maintain secure databases, and ensure proper handling of confidential or sensitive info
Attend witness meetings and court trials
Support trial prep by organizing evidence and assisting ADAs as needed
Draft GJ subpoenas and maintain GJ responses
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strong organizational and case-management abilities
Effective communication and collaboration with coworkers, government agencies, and the public
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strict adherence to ethical rules and moral guidelines
Competence with legal software, document-management tools, and digital evidence platforms
Comfort with large volumes of documents, including financial records and government data
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department
Required Education
Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies or a paralegal certificate
Salary (Starting)
$28.28 hourly / $4,901.87 monthly / $58,822.40 annually
Benefits
Harris County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular (full-time) employees, which includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Wellness programs
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ten (10) vacation days per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
Eleven (11) County holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program
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