The Legal Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys. Responsible for drafting legal documents; maintaining staff calendars, scanning and copying documents; scheduling hearings and court appointments; processing mail, tracking case communications and deadlines; and conducting case analysis for data collection.
Apply By:
05/08/24
Division:
District Attorney Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
Compensation Range: $25.00 - $30.53 - $36.06 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.
Essential Duties:
- Provides administrative support including maintaining department and employee schedules, scheduling meetings, court hearings, and agendas; editing and preparing a variety of letters, memoranda, and basic reports, researching basic information; and providing related support.
- Drafts, reviews, and makes changes to a variety of legal documents such as pleadings, complaints, and motions. Responds to attorney requests. Electronically files court documents on assigned systems.
- Performs basic office duties, such as copying, filing, faxing, typing standard documents, preparing, sorting, and distributing mail, and entering data. Answers phones, responds to inquiries, and makes appropriate referrals.
- Sets up and maintains exhibits, documentation for hearings, and court files. Follows established guidelines to sort, organize, and archive electronic and physical files.
- Tracks status of cases and follows proper chronological steps for service of process, statutory requirements, and case filings.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
About Us:
At the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office, we are committed to seeking fair and just outcomes for all members of our community through ethical prosecution and alternative resolutions.
We work collaboratively with law enforcement to ensure those who victimize our most vulnerable members of society are held accountable. Our prosecution teams work collaboratively to support victims and ensure their voice is heard throughout the criminal legal system process.
Our office is a nationally recognized leader in data transparency and data-driven practices in prosecution. We leverage technology, data analysis, innovative practices, and the use of alternative resolutions to ensure that justice is administered fairly and equitably.
Our office culture is built around camaraderie and incorporating diverse perspectives in our day-to-day work. We are also committed to our team members’ wellbeing outside of the workplace - we emphasize the importance of work-life balance, provide numerous resources to support health and personal development, and offer a comprehensive benefits package including substantial paid time off, generous holiday schedules, work from home flexibility, and a dog-friendly office.
Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year
Certifications:
Languages:
Category:
Legal
