Judicial Assistant - Chambers Support (Part-Time)

Montgomery County; Norristown (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County is seeking a Judicial Assistant to work in a judge’s chambers within the Courthouse. Daily duties include processing legal documents, scheduling matters, and providing secretarial support to the law clerk, with a high degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities include drafting orders and verdict sheets, maintaining the judge’s calendar, handling correspondence, and ensuring proper file management. This is a non-remote, part-time position in Court Administration.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of legal standards.
• Ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
• Shorthand and clear handwriting.
• Ability to utilize computer software/hardware and other office equipment such as a Dictaphone and phone system.
• Ability to organize materials and develop procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function independently and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Channels signing matters through the chambers, forwarding to the proper person or department.
• Drafts miscellaneous orders and prepares verdict sheets.
• Prepares divorce decrees and returns to the Prothonotary after signing.
• Types all orders, opinions, letters and memos for the Judge and Law Clerk.
• Maintains Judge’s calendar and scheduling to avoid conflicts.
• Notifies Court Services of schedule changes and emergency adjustments.
• Readies files for hearings and schedules conferences when needed.
• Maintains up-to-date policies and procedures in chambers.
• Processes incoming mail and distributes to the appropriate parties.
• Ensures supplies are available and files are properly stored.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Record keeping

Communication

Independent judgment

Discretion

Education

College degree preferred

Paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Dictaphone

Job description

Montgomery County is seeking a Judicial Assistant to work in a judge’s chambers within the Courthouse. Daily duties include processing legal documents, scheduling matters, and providing secretarial support to the law clerk, with a high degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities include drafting orders and verdict sheets, maintaining the judge’s calendar, handling correspondence, and ensuring proper file management. This is a non-remote, part-time position in Court Administration.