State of Indiana · 4 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Noblesville, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$39K/yr - $39K/yrThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across various agencies. The Legal Assistant provides paralegal and administrative support for local and agency attorneys, assisting in organizing, processing, and maintaining records related to DCS cases.
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Responsibilities
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal divisions
Perform legal research under the direction of staff counsel or administrative law judge
Assist at depositions and hearings by taking notes, providing follow-up questions to attorneys, and keeping track of documents
Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements
Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials
Receive and respond to inquiries regarding current hearings from attorneys, legislators, or clients by telephone, email, and/or correspondence
Schedule hearing dates and sites, makes appointments, and manages calendars
Travel to hearing sites and set up sites, materials, and equipment
Organize and maintain law libraries, database systems, documents, and case files
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work with sensitive documents and information, and be privy to sensitive agency information without divulging information to internal or external parties
Ability to work independently
Ability to provide effective and professional customer service to internal and external parties
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Company
State of Indiana
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana.
Founded in 1816
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pamella Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Annie Frischkorn
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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