Paralegal – District Attorney's Office

About the role

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a motivated Paralegal to support prosecutors in preparing and managing criminal cases. This position involves handling sensitive information, interacting with law‑enforcement partners, and assisting attorneys throughout the litigation process.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare misdemeanors and felonies for trial and grand jury presentations.
• Draft legal documents such as subpoenas, orders to produce, unsealing orders, and material witness orders.
• Obtain case documents and footage, including NYPD and FDNY paperwork, body‑worn camera video, grand jury minutes, medical records, and NYC Corrections paperwork.
• Travel to courts across the five boroughs, government agencies, and law‑enforcement partners as needed.
• Contact civilian witnesses and coordinate with police officers for grand jury and trial appearances.
• Serve as liaison with court staff and community partners.
• Establish and maintain a filing system for discovery materials and case work.
• Assist and support Assistant District Attorneys with investigations and related duties.

Required profile

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or an associate degree with 2‑4 years of full‑time paralegal experience; or an ABA‑approved Paralegal Certification (substitutes for one year of experience).
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).