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NEOGOV · 5 hours ago

Legal Administrative Assistant I or II

Goldendale, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$43K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant I or II to provide legal administrative support for the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The role involves drafting legal documents, performing legal research, managing court action items, and assisting with various clerical tasks to support legal proceedings.

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Responsibilities

Performs legal secretarial and administrative support tasks. Drafts legal pleadings, motions, subpoenas, or other documents for review according to established guidelines

Receives and follows up on court action items within assigned scope of authority

Arranges depositions, court reporters, witness appearances, jury selections, and other activities necessary for trial or court appearance

Assists with technical research and analysis, conducts public records searches, or performs other legal research as needed

Responds to records requests by providing necessary information

Reviews legal documents or case files, and advises legal staff of any discrepancies or missing information in documentation

Advises staff of changes to legal rules and forms, and modifies current forms or creates new forms to implement required changes

Answers calls, or greets and assists the public at the counter. Provides general or specific information within scope of authority from knowledge of established procedures and policies, or applicable laws, rules or regulations

Assists with scheduling of appointments and calendars for various types of cases. Coordinates dates or actions with applicable departments. Records or takes notes of proceedings

Establishes, updates, and closes files as appropriate. Releases information in accordance with state guidelines. Maintains sensitive and confidential case information

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal terminologyLegal researchOffice software proficiencyMulti-taskingConfidentialityCustomer serviceDiscretionJudgment

Required

Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques and related tools/equipment to accomplish the basic function of this position, including any safety and/or legal requirements. This may, but not necessarily, include specialized skills

Basic knowledge of legal terminology and court rules and procedures

Knowledge of methods and techniques for legal research and investigation

Ability to multi-task, maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion and judgment to resolve routine problems

Knowledge and ability to use standard office software programs including email, word processing, accounting, and/or specialized database applications

Knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment including a personal computer, telephone, facsimile machine, photocopier, or other equipment required for the position

Ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with difficult individuals or sensitive situations

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Legal Admin I: High school diploma or GED and one to two years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience in a law office or court, or related experience. Additional legal coursework beyond high school may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for prior experience. Customer service experience may be considered as substitute for above requisite experience

Legal Admin II: High school diploma or GED and three to four years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience in a law office or court, or related experience. Additional legal coursework beyond high school may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for prior experience

Valid state driver's license in state of residence

Specific positions may require specialized training or certification