Legal Assistant I - Prosecution Support & Trial Prep

Jdaarkansas; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Medical

Basic life and ADD Insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Medical (Spouse/Children)

Dental, and Vision coverage

Supplemental life insurance

Critical Illness coverage

Hospital indemnity plans

APERS pension program

457(b) Retirement plan

11 Paid Holidays annually

Paid Sick Leave (up to 12 days)

Paid Vacation Leave (up to 10 days)

Job summary

County in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Full Time Legal Assistant I to support prosecutors by preparing and organizing case files, handling confidential information, and managing calendars and court filings. The role requires proficiency with various legal systems and strong organizational skills.

The position involves extensive data gathering, document requests, and coordination with law enforcement, defense attorneys, and witnesses.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• At least two years of administrative experience required.
• Good typing and general secretarial skills; strong organizational abilities.
• Good public relations and communication skills; confidentiality.
• Paralegal/Legal studies degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle all information with high confidentiality.
• Utilize internal systems (PBK, CIS Inquiry, iResults, RMS, ACIC/NCIC, etc.).
• Analyze and request law enforcement reports and documents to complete case files.
• Must be certified or able to become certified to run NCIC/ACIC criminal histories.
• File and e-file legal documents with the Circuit Clerk’s Office; request certified priors.
• Assist prosecutors with trial preparation and calendar management.
• Communicate effectively with defense attorneys, other agencies, victims and witnesses.
• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars for Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys.
• Screen calls and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.
• Support prosecutors to ensure case files are court-ready.

Skills

Administrative experience

Typing skills

Secretarial skills

Organizational skills

Public relations

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate or higher degree in Paralegal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

County in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Full Time Legal Assistant I to support prosecutors by preparing and organizing case files, handling confidential information, and managing calendars and court filings. The role requires proficiency with various legal systems and strong organizational skills.

The position involves extensive data gathering, document requests, and coordination with law enforcement, defense attorneys, and witnesses.