Dynamic Legal Secretary for District Attorney's Office

La Crosse County; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Crosse County in Wisconsin seeks a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to support the District Attorney's Office with legal secretarial functions across areas like Traffic, Juvenile, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Assault, and more.

The role includes typing complaints, proofreading documents, scheduling witnesses, preparing electronic discovery, and maintaining professional, courteous contact with the public and officials.

Qualifications

• Two years of office/clerical experience in a legal setting.
• Familiarity with court procedures in a prosecutor's office and with legal terminology.
• Proven skills in using MS Word, Excel and internet applications.
• Highly organized with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to type efficiently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Type criminal and other complaints, opens files, and prepares various legal documents.
• Proofread and correct materials for grammar, punctuation, and format.
• Prepare and assemble materials for meetings, court appearances, and hearings.
• Schedule and coordinate witnesses and manage electronic discovery when needed.
• Operate standard office equipment and maintain courteous public interactions.

Skills

Typing efficiently

Education

Associate Degree or related degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Internet

Job description

La Crosse County in Wisconsin seeks a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to support the District Attorney's Office with legal secretarial functions across areas like Traffic, Juvenile, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Assault, and more.

The role includes typing complaints, proofreading documents, scheduling witnesses, preparing electronic discovery, and maintaining professional, courteous contact with the public and officials.