Judicial Clerk — Special Proceedings & Estates

North Carolina Courts; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court seeks an Assistant Clerk in the Special Proceedings Division to support the Clerk's judicial authority. You will handle matters such as foreclosures, guardianships, and estates, and assist with probate administration.

This full-time role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage a high-volume caseload, and proficient filing and data entry in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 18 years of age; Forsyth County residents preferred.
• Juris Doctor degree and active NC license preferred.
• Professional courthouse or law office experience with 5+ years in Special Proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Clerk in exercising judicial authority and related duties.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings and render judicial opinions with findings.
• Preside over hearings and issue orders in foreclosures, guardianships, and estates.
• Process probate applications and prepare testamentary documents.
• Administer oaths, review accounts, and issue notices to counsel.

Skills

Typing 35-40 wpm

Attention to detail

High-volume case load

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court seeks an Assistant Clerk in the Special Proceedings Division to support the Clerk's judicial authority. You will handle matters such as foreclosures, guardianships, and estates, and assist with probate administration.

This full-time role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage a high-volume caseload, and proficient filing and data entry in Microsoft Word and Excel.