ParalegalRobert Half

Description

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support the legal team of a government organization in Stone Mountain, Georgia. This is a Contract position focused on policy development, legal analysis, and written guidance in a highly regulated environment. The person in this role will help shape clear, compliant policies and procedures while partnering with counsel and internal leaders to address legal and operational needs.

Responsibilities:

Create and refine organizational policies, administrative guidance, and internal procedures to ensure documents remain current and usable.

Perform legal research on federal and state requirements, with an emphasis on education-related rules, governance matters, and regulatory obligations.

Partner with attorneys to assess existing policy materials, identify gaps, and prepare revisions that reflect changing legal standards.

Convert complex statutes, regulations, and legal interpretations into practical language that can be applied across the organization.

Examine policy documents for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with legal requirements and internal standards.

Work closely with administrators and department stakeholders to collect input, clarify business needs, and support policy initiatives.

Benchmark policy approaches used by school systems, public agencies, and similar institutions to inform recommendations and best practices.

Prepare summaries, memoranda, recommendation materials, and other supporting documentation for legal and leadership review.

Maintain organized records of policy drafts, approvals, version history, and related research materials.

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments that may require updates to existing policies or procedures.

Requirements Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or in legal policy work within a structured or regulated setting.

Proven ability to draft, edit, and evaluate policies, procedures, or compliance-related documentation.

Strong legal research and analytical writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and well-structured documents.

Ability to interpret laws and regulations and translate them into practical written guidance.

High level of accuracy, organization, and time management when handling multiple priorities.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, including redlining, formatting, and tracked changes.

Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration with attorneys and internal partners.

Paralegal certification, formal legal studies education, or experience supporting schools, government entities, or public sector legal teams is preferred.

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