Law Office Assistant I/II — Legal Admin (Alaska)

State of Alaska; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska’s Office of Public Advocacy in Palmer is seeking an experienced Law Office Assistant to support the Public Defense section. The role handles filing, document prep, mail, inbox monitoring, file organization, and calendar management for attorneys.

The position requires strong administrative skills and a willingness to work in a fast-paced government office. Alaska residency is required for eligibility, and the team is located in downtown Palmer with on-site work.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in a legal or government office.
• Ability to format, edit, proofread and revise legal documents for caption, syntax and grammar.
• Familiarity with filing, mail processing, calendaring, and document management.
• Ability to obtain Notary Public and pass a background check if required.

Responsibilities

• File and serve legal documents; format and proofread for correct caption, syntax, punctuation.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail; monitor email for court notices and orders.
• Organize paper and electronic files; calendar deadlines for attorneys.
• Answer phones; manage daily office needs and supplies.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Clerical

Computer Skills

Education

Associate’s degree or legal support cert

Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience

Tools

Word processing software

Electronic management information systems

Job description

State of Alaska’s Office of Public Advocacy in Palmer is seeking an experienced Law Office Assistant to support the Public Defense section. The role handles filing, document prep, mail, inbox monitoring, file organization, and calendar management for attorneys.

The position requires strong administrative skills and a willingness to work in a fast-paced government office. Alaska residency is required for eligibility, and the team is located in downtown Palmer with on-site work.