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City of Worcester · 1 month ago

Legal Administrative Specialist

Worcester, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Legal Administrative Specialist within the Law Department. The role involves providing high-level administrative and clerical services in support of the City Solicitor, including legal research, drafting legal documents, and managing files and schedules.

Customer ServiceFinanceGovernmentNon Profit

Responsibilities

Research points of law

Assist in responding to Keeper of the Record subpoenas

Assist the Records Access Officer

Write legal memoranda

Proofread, draft and submit legal documents and court filings

Process payments

Manage and organize files, calendars and schedule meetings

Assist in technical support

Perform such other duties and tasks as assigned by the City Solicitor

Qualification

Legal research toolsLegal terminologyMicrosoft Office SuiteMassachusetts General LawsInvestigative techniquesCustomer serviceClerical assistancePublic interactionOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsDetail oriented

Required

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in legal research tools and office software

Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures

Ability to be detail oriented

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information

Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws

Knowledge of various office routines, city rules and regulations

Knowledge of data processing, word processing, basic bookkeeping

Knowledge of investigative techniques for claims

Ability to communicate and interact with the public

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to handle public complaints, inquiries

Ability to answer telephone, greet visitors

Ability to conduct non-complex legal research

Regular onsite attendance is required

Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with the public, all levels of staff, and executive management

Bachelor's degree, paralegal studies, legal studies, or related field OR; Any equivalent combination of education, training and five (5) years of related experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Three (3) years of experience providing customer service and/or clerical assistance in a legal/office setting

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience performing legal research

Excellent communication skills

Preferred

Paralegal Certificate

Five (5) years of experience providing customer service and/or clerical assistance in a legal/office setting

Two (2) years of experience conducting legal research

Experience Conducting Research Via Westlaw Or Other Legal Research software

Municipal law experience

Claims Adjuster/Investigation experience

Company

City of Worcester

Since its incorporation as a city in 1848, the City of Worcester is governed by a Council-Manager, or Plan E, form of government with a popularly elected Mayor, 11 City Council Members and a City Manager.

Founded in 1848

Worcester, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees