Court Operations Legal Assistant

Sheboygan County; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

InHealth Clinic access

15 vacation days, sick leave, and 10+%

Wisconsin Retirement System

Employee referral program

Education discounts

Wellness program

Quarterly recognition awards

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Sheboygan County Court Commissioner’s Office is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide legal and administrative support in a fast-paced court environment. You will coordinate hearings and calendars, prepare legal documents, support mediation and family education programs, track deadlines, and assist attorneys, mediators, County departments, and the public.

Education includes a high school diploma or equivalent; an Associate’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate court schedules and deadlines: manage the Court Commissioner’s calendar, schedule hearings, monitor case activity, and help ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare and process court documents: draft and distribute routine legal documents, hearing notices, correspondence, and filings while maintaining case records.
• Support mediation and parent education programs: coordinate referrals, track participation and compliance, process payments and billing, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Assist the public and legal professionals: respond to inquiries from the public, attorneys, mediators, County departments, and outside agencies with procedural information.
• Maintain court files and records: organize electronic and paper case files, review information for accuracy, and prepare materials for court proceedings.
• Protect sensitive information: maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling court, mediation, and family-related information.
• Keep office operations running smoothly: coordinate communications, prepare reports, assist with records retention, and address routine workflow and administrative needs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Sheboygan County Court Commissioner’s Office is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide legal and administrative support in a fast-paced court environment. You will coordinate hearings and calendars, prepare legal documents, support mediation and family education programs, track deadlines, and assist attorneys, mediators, County departments, and the public.

Education includes a high school diploma or equivalent; an Associate’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or