County of Monterey · 3 days ago
Legal Assistant
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Responsibilities
Upon request of staff attorneys, drafts motions, pleadings, research memoranda, interrogatories, and other miscellaneous documents.
Assists in researching, interpreting and applying laws, court decisions and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefs.
Interviews witnesses, victims, and defendants to obtain pertinent information concerning the case; communicates findings to the attorney responsible for the conduct of the trial.
Qualification
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Required
Completion of one year of law school with a recognized legal program
Two years of experience in a legal office performing duties requiring legal research
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency
Successfully pass a background check to include Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprinting
Benefits
Excellent benefits package
Company
County of Monterey
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