Legal Specialist

Legal SpecialistThe Legal Specialist receives all cases that require court action, reviews the case file to determine if all documents are present for court filing, and assists the attorney in preparing for court dockets. The Legal Specialist provides excellent customer service and performs routine clerical and administrative work in handling mail, data processing, and record keeping of the court team.Essential Job RequirementsInterfaces between the Establishment, Enforcement and Interstate Case Managers, Attorneys, Clerk of the District Court and Sheriff’s Department to facilitate efficient court activity and legal case managementContacts necessary parties as needed for court activityGenerates all legal pleadingsAssists attorneys with case management to ensure timely and proper case progressionEnsures that the necessary federal and state elements are included in all legal filingsSchedules hearings for attorneysAssists attorney in court when neededProvides customer service to child support staff and the communityPerforms data entry in state system as neededPerforms miscellaneous duties related to general case handling in all aspects of the legal systemRegular and timely attendanceOther duties as assignedRequired EducationHigh School Diploma or GEDRequired ExperienceOne year experience with the judicial process involved in the enforcement and establishment of child support orders preferredExcellent customer service skills