Paralegal I/II - CEU

About Us

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

The Criminal Branch prosecutes misdemeanor criminal cases from court offices located throughout Los Angeles. The Regulatory Division focuses on code enforcement and regulatory matters, with an emphasis on enforcement against illegal cannabis activity in the City. The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney works closely with local law enforcement agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, California Highway Patrol and numerous city, county, state, and federal regulatory agencies to prosecute crimes occurring in the City of Los Angeles.

The Paralegal will work closely with the attorneys, with the primary duties including, but not limited to:

• Performing paralegal assignments, and providing general support, in litigation and non-litigation matters related to the operations of the Criminal Branch;
• Assisting the assigned attorneys as needed in the filing and prosecution of criminal cases; 
• Conducting legal and factual research.  Factual research will include but is not limited to extensive research into business ownership and organization; business histories; bankruptcies; business and professional licenses; litigation histories of ongoing or past lawsuits; property ownership histories through title history reports and public databases; and defendant and witness backgrounds;
• Obtaining documents and records from other City, County, State, or Federal agencies;
• Preparing draft correspondence, motions, and other pleadings for review by the assigned attorney;
• Managing and organizing case files; 
• Researching, compiling, and preparing information into reports and spreadsheets including but not limited to grant funded work and other operational or administrative needs; 
• Compiling, organizing, and analyzing documents;
• Contacting, scheduling, and coordinating witnesses;
• Preparing exhibits for motions and trials;
• Working collaboratively with assigned attorneys and other employees of this office, law enforcement, other City departments and personnel, opposing counsel, and the public as necessary;
• Maintaining and updating current information in all necessary databases;
• Providing prosecutors with trial support including but not limited to witness coordination and trial document preparation; 
• Operate vehicle as needed to provide support at court proceedings or any of the Criminal Branch Offices located throughout Los Angeles County; and
• Performing other duties for the Criminal Branch as assigned.

Either: (1) certificate of completion of an accredited paralegal training program or (2) a degree from a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester units, or the equivalent in law-related courses, and which has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.

The position requires a self-motivated, quick learner who can exercise independent judgment and is capable of working with minimum supervision.  Applicants must also possess impeccable ethics, excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detail.  Applicants must have the ability to work and communicate well within a team environment involving employees of this Office, other agency personnel, and members of the public.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to express ideas orally and in writing in a clear, organized, and persuasive manner.

The hours for this position are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, subject to operational needs.  Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

A valid Driver’s License.

This position may require occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Applicants must possess impeccable ethics, excellent organizational skills, and have the ability to work well with attorneys and staff of this Office, personnel from other agencies, and members of the public.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the area of criminal law and/or civil litigation.  
• Proficient personal computer skills and use of Word, Excel, Google, Adobe and Lexis/Westlaw.

Requirements for Application 

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing sample
• Paralegal Certificate

Current Location

Position is subject to assignment at any Criminal Branch office or location within the County of Los Angeles.

Probation

For external applicants – Appointment to this exempt position (non-Civil Service) will be subject to a one-year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the one-year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Application and Deadline

Interested candidates should go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacityattorney/to apply online by Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

Qualified applicants will be invited to interview. 

Conflict of Interest

This position is designated as Category 10 on the Conflict-of-Interest Code.

Contact

Questions? Please emailatty.recruit@lacity.org.

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.