Legal Specialist

Youngwilliam; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Youngwilliam is seeking a Legal Specialist in Emporia, KS. The role supports court proceedings, reviews case files for filing readiness, and assists attorneys with docket preparation and general case management. It emphasizes customer service and administrative duties within the court system.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, and about one year of experience with the judicial process related to child support orders is preferred. Regular attendance is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience with the judicial process involved in enforcement and establishment of child support orders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces between agencies to facilitate court activity and legal case management.
• Contacts necessary parties for court activity.
• Generates all legal pleadings.
• Assists attorneys with case management to ensure timely and proper progression.
• Ensures required federal and state elements are included in filings.
• Schedules hearings for attorneys.
• Assists attorney in court when needed.
• Provides customer service to child support staff and the community.
• Performs data entry in state system as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous duties related to general case handling.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Legal filings

Case management

Court hearings scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

State court system

Job description

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Legal Specialist

KS CSE Operations Regular Full-Time Full Service KS - Emporia, Emporia, KS, US

Summary of Position

The Legal Specialist receives all cases that require court action, reviews the case file to determine if all documents are present for court filing, and assists the attorney in preparing for court dockets. The Legal Specialist provides excellent customer service and performs routine clerical and administrative work in handling mail, data processing, and record keeping of the court team.

• Interfaces between the Establishment, Enforcement and Interstate Case Managers, Attorneys, Clerk of the District Court and Sheriff’s Department to facilitate efficient court activity and legal case management
• Contacts necessary parties as needed for court activity
• Generates all legal pleadings
• Assists attorneys with case management to ensure timely and proper case progression
• Ensures that the necessary federal and state elements are included in all legal filings
• Schedules hearings for attorneys
• Assists attorney in court when needed
• Provides customer service to child support staff and the community
• Performs data entry in state system as needed
• Performs miscellaneous duties related to general case handling in all aspects of the legal system
• Regular and timely attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• One year experience with the judicial process involved in the enforcement and establishment of child support orders preferred