Legal Assistant - Public Defender’s Office (Court & Legal Docs)

Carson City, Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Paid PERS Retirement

Employee/Employer-Paid PERS Retirement

CCEA Labor Contract

Job summary

Carson City Public Defender's Office in Carson City, NV, is seeking a full-time, non-exempt legal office support professional to assist attorneys with confidential casework, document preparation, and general administrative tasks.

Under supervision, you will draft pleadings, manage court calendars, maintain legal files, schedule meetings, and handle communications with the public and city staff. A high school diploma and two years' clerical/legal office experience required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED plus two years of clerical or administrative experience in a legal or court office.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and word processing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential legal office support under supervision to the Public Defender’s Office.
• Receive and screen visitors and calls; route information according to policy.
• Process legal documents and draft pleadings, subpoenas, briefs and reports.
• Use a computer to input data, prepare reports and manage files.
• Calendar court dates, schedule meetings, and file paperwork with the court.
• Organize and maintain legal files; handle correspondence and administrative tasks.
• Assist attorneys and staff; contribute to an efficient, cooperative workplace.

Job description

Carson City Public Defender's Office in Carson City, NV, is seeking a full-time, non-exempt legal office support professional to assist attorneys with confidential casework, document preparation, and general administrative tasks.

Under supervision, you will draft pleadings, manage court calendars, maintain legal files, schedule meetings, and handle communications with the public and city staff. A high school diploma and two years' clerical/legal office experience required.