What is the Difference Between a Lawyer and a Paralegal in Anoka County?

Anoka County is part of the Tenth Judicial District of Minnesota, and its courthouse is located in downtown Anoka. This courthouse deals with misdemeanor and serious crimes, from theft and drug possession to assault and homicide. If you receive a traffic ticket or traffic citation in Anoka County, you will likely have to appear in traffic court. All current job postings are posted on the Anoka County employment page.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position located at the Anoka County Government Center in downtown Anoka. If you are requesting an accommodation for the test, want to submit information about veterans' preferences, or have any other questions about this job offer, call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and indicate the title and offer number. The Anoka County District Court houses 16 resident judges who hear all types of cases, from criminal and family law to civil, juvenile, probate and even conciliation judicial matters. This position will work within the Criminal Division of the Anoka County Prosecutor's Office, which is responsible for prosecuting certified adults and minors charged with felonies and designated and serious misdemeanors that occur within the boundaries of Anoka County.

Anoka County welcomes people with different talents, personalities, and experiences to work together in ways that will make us effective and efficient. So what is the difference between a lawyer and a paralegal in Anoka County? A lawyer is an individual who has been admitted to practice law in a particular jurisdiction. They are licensed by the state bar association to provide legal advice and represent clients in court proceedings. A paralegal is an individual who assists lawyers with legal research, document preparation, client interviews, case management, and other tasks related to legal proceedings.

Paralegals are not licensed by the state bar association but must be certified by an accredited paralegal program. I have worked with two Martine Law attorneys, Xavier and Rhiley, in the past in different family court cases. Both Xavier and Rhiley were knowledgeable about the law and provided excellent legal advice. They were also able to explain complex legal concepts in a way that was easy to understand.