Circuit Court Clerk

Kent County, Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent County, Michigan's 17th Circuit Court is seeking a skilled legal clerk to perform complex clerical duties in the Case Management Department. You will handle filings, mail summons, prepare notices, and assist with court orders.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook. You will interact with judges, attorneys, and agency staff daily and may take on miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with post-secondary training in legal or court procedures.
• Two years para-professional experience in a legal environment or equivalent.
• Filing, records management, and office equipment operation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interaction with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled and complex legal clerical duties for the 17th Circuit Court Case Management Department.
• Prepare and mail neglect summons; motions and orders for alternative service; prepare publications and notices.
• Appoint counsel for neglect and abuse cases; schedule neglect and abuse preliminary hearings.
• Prepare and mail a variety of orders and other pleadings.
• Maintain regular contact with judicial staff, attorneys, agencies, and court personnel.
• Perform miscellaneous duties for the court as needed.

Skills

Filing

Records management

Office equipment operation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

High School Diploma or GED with post-secondary training in legal or court procedures

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide skilled and complex legal clerical duties for the 17th Circuit Court Case Management Department. Duties will include preparing and mailing neglect summons; motions and orders for alternative service; preparing publications and notices; appointing counsel for neglect and abuse cases; scheduling neglect and abuse preliminary hearings; and preparing and mailing a variety of orders and other pleadings. The successful candidate will have regular contact with judicial staff, attorneys, agencies, and other court personnel. This individual may also be responsible for performing miscellaneous duties for the court as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:
High School Diploma or GED combined with post-secondary training in legal or court procedures.
or
Two (2) years para-professional experience in a legal environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Requires skill in filing, maintaining office records and operating various office equipment. Must be self-motivated, organized, detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook applications. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse populations are essential.

Additional Information

*Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*

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