District Attorney Legal Assistant (Receptionist) jobs in United States
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State of North Carolina · 2 days ago

District Attorney Legal Assistant (Receptionist)

The State of North Carolina is seeking a District Attorney Legal Assistant to provide legal support services to prosecutors in the Mecklenburg County office. The role involves answering phones, assisting the public, preparing legal documents, and helping victims and witnesses understand and prepare for court.

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Responsibilities

Answer phones
Assist the public
Type correspondence
Prepare legal documents
Prepare files
Assist victims and witnesses understand and prepare for court
Gather information to assist in the prosecution of cases
Other duties assigned the reception area

Qualification

Legal terminologyCourt system knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteTyping 35-40 wpmMulti-line telephone systemInterviewing skillsStress managementCommunication skillsRelationship building

Required

Graduation from high school or high school equivalency certificate and two (2) years of legal secretarial experience
Knowledge of court system and procedures
Knowledge of legal terminology
Knowledge of community resources to refer victims and witnesses
Skill in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Skill in accurately typing 35-40 wpm
Skill in answering a multi-line telephone system
Ability to interview to elicit information from victims and witnesses to assure appropriate services
Ability to coordinate and schedule the daily operations of the victim and witness program
Ability to manage the court appearances of victims and witnesses to ensure their presence in the courtroom when needed
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with persons of diverse backgrounds
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement officers, officials of related agencies and the general public
Ability to calmly handle stressful situations

Company

State of North Carolina

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It is a Government Administration Industry.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amanda Martin, PhD
Chief Resilience Officer
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Chryste Hofer
Chief Information Officer, Office of State Human Resources
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