Legal Staff Paralegal in Indianapolis, IN

Job Description:
Child Support Paralegal
The candidate will assist the Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys and other office staff in the establishment, modification, and enforcement of child support pursuant to Federal and State Title IV-D laws. Will provide friendly efficient and effective services to custodial and non-custodial parents through interviews, telephone contact and case processing. Interview custodial and non-custodial parents during appointments, walk-ins and by telephone to ensure that those who seek child support services are assisted in a manner consistent with office policies as well as local, State and Federal laws and regulations. Complete all follow-up case processing within the assigned time frame. Process all appointment no show files the same day as received. Process all transfers within 3 business days or sooner when necessary. Work all File Requests and Transfer files weekly. Cite cases into court in a timely manner. Prepare cases for court two weeks prior to the court date. Ensure all cases are accounted for that appear on the docket. Make sure service type has been completed or follow up on results. Make sure that the Bench Warrant stamp has been completed on the inside of the file. Review files and complete court preparation sheets to prepare cases for hearing. Transport the court files to the appropriate person in the time frame given. Complete all dispositions on cases after court within 24 hours. Complete follow up on all cases in court. This includes sending income withholding orders when possible. Completion of updated case information in ISETS and updating case information as needed. Work all mail within 2 days of receipt. Review and send out Income Withholding orders to employers. Answer and process calls using a multi-line phone system. Attend court to assist individual court participants and Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys. Conduct interviews by phone and process files same day. Participate in the planning, review and evaluation of the Intake procedures, goals and objectives. Attend scheduled meetings including: monthly group meetings, meetings with Supervisor and evaluation meetings. Conduct interviews and follow-up on files in accordance with Marion County Prosecutor's Office Child Support Division procedures and guidelines. Maintain the confidentiality of records as required by office policy and State and Federal law. Ensure that all work is completed in compliance of all applicable local, state, federal and IRS laws and regulations. Must have High school diploma or equivalent. Paralegal certificate, college degree and/or related experience is preferred. Excellent oral and written communications skills is needed. Time management skills is a must.

Apply Now