Judicial Assistant Clerk - Probate & Special Proceedings

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State Government seeks an Assistant Clerk for the Special Proceedings Division in Pitt County. The role supports the Clerk by handling judicial authorities, hearings, and probate-related matters with emphasis on accuracy and professional conduct.

The position requires a high school diploma (18+), with JD preference and an active NC license. Paralegal experience is a plus; Spanish is helpful. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Pitt County residents preferred; JD and active NC license preferred.
• Experience in a courthouse or law office; Estates/Probate experience a plus.
• Spanish language fluency also helpful; paralegal experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Clerk in exercising judicial authority and duties.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings and render findings of fact and conclusions of law.
• Preside over hearings on foreclosures, guardianships, and related matters in statutory jurisdiction.
• Process probate of wills and codicils.
• Appoint personal representatives for estates and other fiduciaries.
• Prepare testamentary, administrative, and guardianship documents.
• Review annual and final accountings for accuracy.
• Issue notices and orders to representatives and counsel.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Communication

Attention to detail

Data entry speed 35-40 wpm

Independent work

Public interaction

Spanish language helpful

Education

High school diploma

Juris Doctor (preferred)

Active NC law license

Paralegal experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

North Carolina State Government seeks an Assistant Clerk for the Special Proceedings Division in Pitt County. The role supports the Clerk by handling judicial authorities, hearings, and probate-related matters with emphasis on accuracy and professional conduct.

The position requires a high school diploma (18+), with JD preference and an active NC license. Paralegal experience is a plus; Spanish is helpful. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.