Legal Secretary — Court & Docket Support

City of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off (38 days first year)

Parental leave

Job summary

City of Tucson is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide legal administrative and clerical support to attorneys within the Prosecutor’s Office. The role includes managing dockets, preparing legal documents, and maintaining files under the supervision of a Litigation Support Supervisor.

The position requires the ability to meet strict deadlines, assist public and victims, and coordinate calendaring and reporting. Experience in a related legal environment and notary eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of directly related experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Familiarity with processing court documents, motions, and filings.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process court documents including motions and long form complaints.
• Format, edit, and file motions with various courts.
• Update cases with minute entries, plea offers, and hearing dates in the case management system.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Education

Six months post high school

Tools

Case management system

Job description

City of Tucson is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide legal administrative and clerical support to attorneys within the Prosecutor’s Office. The role includes managing dockets, preparing legal documents, and maintaining files under the supervision of a Litigation Support Supervisor.

The position requires the ability to meet strict deadlines, assist public and victims, and coordinate calendaring and reporting. Experience in a related legal environment and notary eligibility are preferred.