Circuit Court Clerk: Case Management & Scheduling

County of Kent; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Kent in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a skilled legal clerical professional to support the 17th Circuit Court Case Management Department. The role involves preparing and mailing neglect summons, motions, and orders for alternative service, and coordinating with judicial staff, attorneys, and court personnel.

You will also prepare publications and notices, appoint counsel for neglect and abuse cases, schedule preliminary hearings, and mail a variety of orders and pleadings.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with post-secondary legal/court training.
• Or 2 years para-professional experience in a legal environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficient in filing, maintaining office records and operating various office equipment.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled and complex legal clerical duties for the 17th Circuit Court Case Management Department, including preparing and mailing neglect summons, motions and orders for alternative service, and preparing publications and notices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interacting with diverse populations

Self-motivated

Organized

Detail oriented

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

County of Kent in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a skilled legal clerical professional to support the 17th Circuit Court Case Management Department. The role involves preparing and mailing neglect summons, motions, and orders for alternative service, and coordinating with judicial staff, attorneys, and court personnel.

You will also prepare publications and notices, appoint counsel for neglect and abuse cases, schedule preliminary hearings, and mail a variety of orders and pleadings.