Paralegal II - #25-000885-0007

Introduction

The AttorneyGeneral is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of theAttorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction ofthe States legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of themajor agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions ofState Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement ofantitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws andregulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud,environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorilyassigned matters. As Marylands 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leadsthe Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.

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This position offers a salary range of $51,580 - $72,159, with potential for advancement up to $79,673 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $72,159. LOCATION OF POSITION Office of the Attorney General Consumer Protection Division - Enforcement Unit 200 St. Paul Place Baltimore, Maryland 21202 Main Purpose of Job The OAG is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join its Consumer Protection Division (CPD), supporting both the Enforcement and Registration Units. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful consumer advocacy work in a dynamic legal environment.
The CPD enforces the Maryland Consumer Protection Act and related statutes, addressing illegal business practices involving consumer goods, services, real estate, credit, and debt collection. Through investigations and legal action, the Division works to stop unlawful conduct, secure restitution for affected consumers, and deter future violations. The Division includes approximately 36 Assistant Attorneys General and more than 40 professional staff, including investigators, analysts, and support personnel.
The Paralegal will assist eight Assistant Attorneys General, the Divisions Administrator, and five Investigators, playing an integral role in enabling attorneys to focus on complex legal strategy and litigation. The CPD fosters a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.
POSITION DUTIES

• Draft, review, and organize legal documents such as pleadings, discovery materials, and correspondence
• Support attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, depositions, and evidence
• Conduct factual and preliminary legal research
• Prepare materials for depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials
• Manage case files and databases to ensure documents are current and accessible
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and summaries for internal and external use
• Communicate directly with consumers, opposing counsel, government agencies, and court personnel
• Monitor legal deadlines and ensure timely filings and submissions
• Schedule depositions, meetings, and maintain attorney calendars
• Interview witnesses and whistleblowers
• Attend trials and assist with trial logistics when necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney.

Notes: 1. Thirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.

2. Thirty credit hours from an accredited law school may be substituted for the required experience.

3. Additional years of experience as stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in paralegal specialist classifications or paralegal specialist specialty codes in the legal and kindred field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Please include start/end dates and detailed job duties for each work experience. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of one year of experience using Odyssey File and Serve to file electronic pleadings
  
• Experience in electronic record redaction

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland. SELECTION PROCESS Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Please include start/end dates and detailed job duties for each work experience.
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS

STATE OFMARYLAND BENEFITS

Thesuccessful candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical,prescription, dental and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave, includingannual (vacation), personal, sick, and paid parental leave; and will beeligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan inwhich they are vested after ten years. State employees are eligible toparticipate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred CompensationPlan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan. The State also offers a freemass transit benefit for local bus and express bus services.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume in addition to the on-line application. If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire to ... or fax to .... TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
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The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, State or federal laws.