PARALEGAL

• Drafting discovery documents, preparing pleadings, and managing e-discovery processes.

• Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic case files.

• Assisting with the preparation and filing of briefs and other pleadings by attorneys including creating tables, advanced cite-checking, proof-reading, and compiling addenda and appendices.

• Assisting attorneys in preparing for hearings, meetings, or oral arguments.

• Communicating with clients, attorneys, witnesses, court clerk's offices, and members of the public.

• Managing contact lists and calendars, including the scheduling of critical dates, deadlines, and case-related appointments.

• Completing forms, maintaining and updating case management systems, and assisting with preparation of EEB reports.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt.

Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days,

employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a

regional office.

Salary: $53,762



To apply for this position:Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General's Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.



You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is September 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM (ET) .

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.

Do not select MassCareers "apply online" option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Maria Patricelli, Managing Administrative Assistant

Energy and Environment Bureau

(617) 963-2437

Qualifications

Position Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

• At least one (1) year of paralegal or investigative work experience, preferred.

• Demonstrated interest or experience with environmental or energy law and litigation at any level, from a state trial court to the U.S. Supreme Court, preferred.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Analytical skills, sound judgment, and excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain relationships with staff and communicate respectfully with members of the public.

• Ability to quickly learn Microsoft Office programs, case management software, legal research tools including Westlaw.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

The Attorney General's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General's Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.



Do not select MassCareers "apply online" option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General's Office. You must apply directly at: www.mass.gov/ago/employment .

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-250006C0

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-27T18:36:25