Research Assistant MSEA-B

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Paralegal (Research Assistant)

Child Support Division

Opening Date : October 17, 2025

Closing Date : October 31, 2025

Job Class Code : 0677

Grade : 20

Salary : $43,014.40 - $60,070.40 / year

Bargaining Unit : MSEA-B, Professional and Technical Services Unit

Position # 006000537

Job Description :

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a full-time (40 hours / week) Paralegal position in the Child Support Division located in our Augusta Office. This individual will provide in-office support to Child Support AAGs with heavy litigation caseloads.

Duties include :

• Drafting pleadings, proposed orders and memoranda of law based upon facts of given case, ensuring that all documents comply with the appropriate law and rules.
• Tracking large caseloads, keeping an accurate calendar of scheduled court actions and informing attorneys of deadlines and necessary appearances.
• Reviewing, analyzing and responding to referrals provided by DHHS.
• Preparing responsive pleadings to complaints / motions in civil and family matters.
• Supporting busy attorneys with document review and case management.
• Proofreading and editing documents.
• Application of Title 19-A, Maine Rules of Civil Procedure and Family Division Rules.
• All other responsibilities assigned by the Division Chief.

The ideal candidate must be self-directed, highly organized and accurate, with the ability to work efficiently and independently. The candidate must be able to work with attorneys and staff at all levels and to communicate professionally with the client, the public, co-workers and supervisors. A strong work ethic is imperative.

Office of the Attorney General

Minimum Qualifications :

A Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency - OR - graduation from an approved, accredited paralegal program of instruction and one (1) year of paralegal experience. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law office setting and who are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Application Instructions :

If you are interested in applying for this position, prepare a cover letter highlighting your experience and qualifications that make you a strong candidate for the position and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Include resume, cover letter, writing sample, three references and complete the online direct hire application.

The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions or electronic transmission malfunctions.

Please direct all questions via email to Debby Willis, Division Chief, Assistant Attorney General

BENEFITS

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Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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