Case-Driven Legal Support Specialist

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking a Legal Support Specialist to provide essential administrative and clerical support to legal teams within government departments. The role focuses on managing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating communications with clients, courts, and staff to ensure timely, accurate operations.

The position emphasizes adherence to legal terminology, procedures, and confidentiality, with responsibilities spanning document drafting, filing, scheduling, and

Qualifications

• Completion of a legal support or legal secretarial training program, or experience in legal administration or specialized legal support roles.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and correspondence.
• Organize, maintain, and update case files and legal databases to ensure that documents are accurate and readily accessible.
• File legal documents with courts and regulatory bodies, ensuring filings meet deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Manage document tracking systems to monitor filing deadlines and critical case dates.
• Enter and update case information in legal management systems and databases accurately.
• Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and managing legal calendars for attorneys and legal teams.
• Serve as a point of contact between legal teams, clients, and external agencies, relaying important information.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal documents and information.

Skills

Legal terminology

Microsoft Office

Document management

Communication

Calendar management

Education

Legal support training

Tools

Legal management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

State of Arkansas is seeking a Legal Support Specialist to provide essential administrative and clerical support to legal teams within government departments. The role focuses on managing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating communications with clients, courts, and staff to ensure timely, accurate operations.

The position emphasizes adherence to legal terminology, procedures, and confidentiality, with responsibilities spanning document drafting, filing, scheduling, and