Legal Assistant - Flexible, Public Defender Office Support

New Hampshire Public Defender; Littleton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

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 emphasizes collaboration with the office team to ensure smooth operations and timely handling of cases.

The position offers flexible employment options and the opportunity to contribute to high-quality legal representation for indigent clients charged with criminal offenses.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides in-office, electronic, and telephone services for clients and stakeholders.
• Provides information to clients and listens empathetically, without giving legal advice.
• Produces documents as requested by assigned attorneys.
• Manages calendar for attorneys including court dates, client appointments, meetings, and other events.
• Manages computer-based case management system so information is available for attorneys.
• Works with attorneys in planning and scheduling to meet deadlines and ensure completion of assignments.

Skills

Keyboarding

Proofreading

Editing

Word processing

Professionalism

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal Studies / Criminal Justice education

Job description

New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide clerical, informational, logistical, and reception support to clients, attorneys, and staff. The role emphasizes collaboration with the office team to ensure smooth operations and timely handling of cases.

The position offers flexible employment options and the opportunity to contribute to high-quality legal representation for indigent clients charged with criminal offenses.