Impactful Public Defender Legal Assistant

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The State of Wyoming is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join the Office of the State Public Defender. You will be the first point of contact for clients and attorneys, handling phones, scheduling hearings and appointments, and supporting a wide range of administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

Key duties include preparing court schedules, tracking deadlines, coordinating document production, and assisting other legal staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures
• Knowledge of state and federal court policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes and Agency mission goals, policies, and procedures
• 0–1 year of progressive work experience in Legal Studies/Paralegal/Secretarial/Reception

Responsibilities

• Answer multi-line phones and transfer calls to attorneys
• Prepare inner-office court schedules and arrange client meetings with attorneys
• Schedule and track deadlines to move cases forward
• Oversee and coordinate document production, including court filings
• Assist other legal assistants as needed

Skills

Phone handling

Scheduling

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies/Paralegal

Job description

The State of Wyoming is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join the Office of the State Public Defender. You will be the first point of contact for clients and attorneys, handling phones, scheduling hearings and appointments, and supporting a wide range of administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

Key duties include preparing court schedules, tracking deadlines, coordinating document production, and assisting other legal staff.