Legal Office Intern

Duchesne County; Utah; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Duchesne County is seeking an entry-level clerical assistant for the County Attorney's Office. This temporary position offers hands-on exposure to legal office operations, court processes, and professional record-keeping.

Ideal for someone finishing high school and starting a career in law, with supervision and on-the-job training provided. The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and the ability to organize documents, enter data, and communicate professionally with staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Interest in pursuing a career in law.
• Basic computer, typing, and word-processing skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally, follow instructions, and maintain accurate records.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• No prior legal experience required.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, scans, copies, files, and retrieves documents and case materials.
• Enters information into designated systems and reviews entries for accuracy.
• Answers calls, takes messages, greets visitors, and directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Assists with scheduling, correspondence, mail, and routine office tasks.
• Helps assemble case files, hearing materials, and document packets under supervision.
• Locates public records and factual information as directed by an attorney or designated staff.
• Observes meetings and court proceedings when authorized to gain an understanding of legal processes.
• Participates in training and completes supervised assignments to develop legal office skills.
• Protects confidential information and follows procedures for accessing, handling, and sharing records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, consistent with the position's training and responsibilities.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Typing

Word-processing

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Summary

Provides entry-level clerical and administrative support to the County Attorney's Office while gaining practical experience in the legal field. This position is designed for someone beginning their career after high school who is interested in pursuing a career in law. Its goal is to provide supervised, hands-on experience with legal office operations, court processes, and the responsibilities of legal professionals while developing workplace skills. No prior legal experience is required.

Essential Duties

• Organizes, scans, copies, files, and retrieves documents and case materials.
• Enters information into designated systems and reviews entries for accuracy.
• Answers calls, takes messages, greets visitors, and directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Assists with scheduling, correspondence, mail, and routine office tasks.
• Helps assemble case files, hearing materials, and document packets under supervision.
• Locates public records and factual information as directed by an attorney or designated staff.
• Observes meetings and court proceedings when authorized to gain an understanding of legal processes.
• Participates in training and completes supervised assignments to develop legal office skills.
• Protects confidential information and follows procedures for accessing, handling, and sharing records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, consistent with the position's training and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demon­strated interest in pursuing a career in law.
• Basic computer, typing, and word-processing skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally, follow instructions, and maintain accurate records.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• No prior legal experience required.

Temporary Assignment and Potential Continuation

This is a temporary position intended to provide practical experience and career development. Based on satisfactory performance, department needs, available funding, and required County approvals, the assignment may be extended or the employee may be considered for an ongoing part-time position. Continued employment is not guaranteed and remains subject to applicable County hiring policies.