Legal Administrative Specialist

Legal Administrative Specialist

Lee County is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Legal Administrative Specialist to join our County Attorney team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting legal staff, preparing high-quality documents, and keeping processes running smoothly through accuracy, consistency, and strong communication.

In this role, you'll prepare and process a wide variety of legal documents and produce official correspondence, and serve as a professional point of contact for internal staff, the Board of County Commissioners, and members of the public.

If you enjoy producing precise work, staying organized, and contributing to the efficiency of a busy legal team, this may be a great fit.

What You'll Do

This is a hands-on legal administrative support role focused on legal document preparation, organization, and proactive, timely follow-through. Daily responsibilities include:

• Proactively reviewing incoming requests and preparing legal documents, agenda items, and other items for attorneys without needing direction
• Prepare correspondence, memorandums, reports, agreements, resolutions, ordinances, administrative codes, and notices of intent with accuracy and within established timeframes
• Prepare and process standard legal documents, including subpoenas, contracts, summonses, appeals, motions, and various other pleadings
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, with the Board of County Commissioners, administrative staff, and the general public
• Provide information and respond to inquiries via email, telephone, and in person
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across all work products

Minimum Requirements

Salary based upon experience Candidates must meet any combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• High School graduation or GED equivalent; and
• Two years of office support experience, preferably in a legal environment or closely related field
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Works with precision and produces consistent, error-free documents
• Anticipates needs and takes proactive action to support attorneys efficiently
• Manages multiple tasks and deadlines in an organized, dependable manner
• Communicates clearly and professionally with internal staff and the public
• Maintains confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance across all work
• Learns new systems quickly and adapts well to routine workflows
• Enjoys supporting a team and contributing to smooth administrative operations
• Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Has knowledge of CivicPlus Agenda System, Smartsheet programs, and Document Management Systems
• Is proficient in Adobe Acrobat for document creation, editing, and formatting

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Why Join Us?

This position supports essential administrative and legal operations that help keep the County running efficiently. Your work directly contributes to accuracy, compliance, and smooth day-to-day support for legal professionals and County departments.

Joining our team means:

• Stable full-time employment with local government
• Health and wellness benefits
• Retirement benefits through the State of Florida
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill building
• A supportive team that values reliability, accuracy, and collaboration
• A role where your work makes a meaningful impact on internal operations

About Our Department The Lee County Attorney's Office provides trusted legal guidance and representation to the Board of County Commissioners, County departments, advisory committees, and county officials. Our team is committed to delivering timely, accurate, and professional legal services that support responsible local governance and strong operational decision-making.

We oversee a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, land use, litigation, code enforcement, risk management, and administrative processes. The department values professionalism, integrity, and collaboration, working closely with staff across the organization to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and support the County's mission.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit.