Hybrid Legal Assistant – Court Prep & Case Management

Yavapai County; Prescott (AZ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prescott office of Yavapai County Public Defender’s Office seeks a legal assistant to support attorneys in case preparation and document management. The role requires experience in a legal environment and operator-level proficiency with legal processes.

Core duties include drafting and filing documents, coordinating calendars, and assisting clients, courts, and the public. A valid Arizona driver’s license, 2+ years of relevant experience, and an associate degree are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field is required.
• At least 2 years of general office, legal secretary, or administrative support experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Formats, types, and prepares legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda from drafts and instructions.
• Files legal documents with courts and other entities, obtaining hearing dates.
• Maintains attorney calendars by scheduling court appearances, meetings, and deadlines.
• Assists clients, courts, and the public via telephone and in person, providing information and support.
• E-files legal documents through electronic case management and filing systems.
• Assists attorneys with trial and court preparation by organizing documents, evidence, and exhibits.
• Reviews documents for completeness and accuracy, analyzing next steps in case management.
• Maintains accurate case data and compiles information for statistical reports.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal terminology familiarity

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic case management systems

Legal databases

Job description

The Prescott office of Yavapai County Public Defender’s Office seeks a legal assistant to support attorneys in case preparation and document management. The role requires experience in a legal environment and operator-level proficiency with legal processes.

Core duties include drafting and filing documents, coordinating calendars, and assisting clients, courts, and the public. A valid Arizona driver’s license, 2+ years of relevant experience, and an associate degree are required.