Legal Assistant: Client Support & Calendar Maestro

New Hampshire Public Defender

Laconia (NH)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holidays/PTO/Sick Time

State Health and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Account

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide clerical, informational, logistical, and reception support to clients, attorneys, and staff. The role involves collaboration with attorneys, investigators, and other Legal Assistants to ensure efficient office operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred post-secondary education in Paralegal Studies or Criminal Justice and prior legal experience.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Post-secondary education in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or related field highly desired.
Previous work in a legal setting is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Provide in-office, electronic, and telephone services for clients and stakeholders.
Manage calendars for attorneys, including court dates and appointments.
Produce documents as requested by assigned attorneys.
Support 3–4 assigned attorneys and collaborate with the office team.
Maintain accurate data in the case management system for attorneys.

Skills

Keyboarding

Proofreading

Editing

Word processing

Office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal studies / Criminal justice education

Tools

Case management software

Job description

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred post-secondary education in Paralegal Studies or Criminal Justice and prior legal experience.

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