Legal Assistance/Paralegal

Job TitlePerforms a variety of confidential legal clerical work in support of the County Attorney's Office.Job DescriptionProvides word processing, data entry support, general information and assistance to staff and the public. Prepares a variety of reports and legal documents. Maintains and prepares files and requests information, provides discovery. Prepares motions and orders for each case. Assists in the scheduling and organization for hearings and trials. Performs at the full journey level of the class series and works independently.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesServes as initial contact/resource person for the assigned attorney and/or office. Screens calls, greets visitors, and responds to complaints and requests for information and assistance. Interprets and explains regulations, procedures, policies, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public, county staff, representatives of other organizations, and others.Types, formats, proofreads, and produces final copy of a wide variety of reports, legal documents, letters, memoranda, spreadsheets, and statistical charts. Composes letters, memoranda, or basic reports from general instructions or information related to assigned responsibilities. Arranges for or distributes copies of material.Provides information and forms to staff. Collects and processes appropriate information. Applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining completeness of records and files.Prepares files for Attorneys. Processes legal documents as assigned. Researches and traces information and documentation. Assists attorneys with filings and documentation. Updates information regarding status of in-process cases.Schedules and maintains an accurate and up-to-date calendar of current and upcoming deadlines, Court hearings, and appointments for attorneys.Assists and supports County Attorney and staff in the preparation and control of legal documents. Prepares and maintains files and cases for court.Advises attorneys of changes in status of cases. Tracks court date settings for timely filing of Court documents. Prepares documents for filing with Court, including judgment and sentence, warrants, subpoenas, pretrial memorandums, affidavits, information and summons, and all other documents as assigned.Aids in trial preparation and assists with the trial (courtroom presence) Performs related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsRequired Education and Experience:High school diploma (or GED equivalent)One (1) to three (3) years of experienceAny equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilitiesRequired Licenses or Certifications:Class C driver's licenseNotary PublicCompetencies for Successful Performance of Job DutiesKnowledge of:English grammar, spelling, and punctuationLegal terminology and court proceduresModern office procedures, methods, and computer equipmentPrinciples and procedures of record keeping, business letter writing, and legal researchSkill in:Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different naturePerforming basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratiosCommunication, both oral and writtenAbility to:Meet schedules and deadlines of the workUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesPerform legal office procedures and practices including legal terms, documents, and formsCorrectly interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the County Attorney's OfficeDraft legal documents and pleadingsCompile and maintain complex and extensive records and prepare routine reportsMaintain accurate and complete recordsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time.Campbell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.