Court Clerk Assistant — Special Proceedings & Estates

North Carolina Courts; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Courts in Forsyth County seeks an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk of Superior Court in Special Proceedings, handling hearings, probate matters, and related duties for estates and guardianships.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, adherence to NC statutes, and effective communication with attorneys and the public. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday; bachelor's preferred, JD a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Preference for JD and NC law license.
• Experience in courthouse or law office preferred.
• 5+ years in Special Proceedings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Clerk in exercising judicial authority as ex officio Judge of Probate and as a judicial officer.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings and render judicial opinions with findings of fact and conclusions of law.
• Preside over hearings and issue orders in foreclosures, guardianships, and related probate matters.
• Process probate applications for wills and codicils.
• Appoint personal representatives and prepare testamentary letters of administration and guardianship.
• Administer oaths and set bonds; review annual and final accounts.

Skills

Judicial authority experience

Evidentiary hearings

Communication

Data entry

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Juris Doctor (preferred)

Job description

North Carolina Courts in Forsyth County seeks an Assistant Clerk to support the Clerk of Superior Court in Special Proceedings, handling hearings, probate matters, and related duties for estates and guardianships.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, adherence to NC statutes, and effective communication with attorneys and the public. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday; bachelor's preferred, JD a plus.