Legal Support Specialist

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Low-cost healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Job summary

Maricopa County Attorney's Office seeks an administrative professional to support attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Services Division. responsibilities include preparing court documents, managing case files, and coordinating schedules in a fast-paced legal environment.

The role requires at least two years of legal experience and a high school diploma or GED. Some post-secondary education may substitute, with a background check and a potential six-month telework after approval.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a legal setting and knowledge of legal documents and proceedings.
• High school diploma or GED; post-secondary education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Type and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, documents, correspondence, and briefs for court filing.
• Coordinate case files, file documents, and maintain attorneys' calendars.
• Review pleadings and Minute Entries to track deadlines accurately.
• Use case management software to maintain electronic case files and deadlines.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, meetings, and appointments; in-person, video, or telephone.

Skills

Legal documentation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

iCIS

PACER

Prolaw

Job description

Posting Date09/11/26Application Deadline09/16/26Pay Range$22.00 - $36.50 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentCounty AttorneyAbout the PositionThis position is responsible for providing specialized administrative and support services to the attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Services Division.About the Civil Services DivisionThe Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the Maricopa County government, including its elected officials, departments, and employees. Our work involves defending legal actions, lawsuits, and claims brought against County entities, including Section 1983, tort, election, and tax litigation. We also provide legal advice to County officials on various public law topics. Additionally, we process public records requests for the Maricopa County Attorney. Our division has four practice groups: Litigation; Government Advice & Elected Officials; Human Resources, Behavioral Health, & Probate Group; and Appeals, Election Law, Public Records, & Tax.Proud to OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusivelyPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireTwo years of experience in a legal setting and knowledge of legal documents and proceedingsHigh school diploma or GEDPost-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basisOther RequirementsValid Arizona driver’s license upon hireThe Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placementWe Also ValuePrevious Maricopa County Attorney's Office experienceCertificate of completion from an accredited secretarial school or legal secretary training programWork experience in a private law firm or prosecuting agency as a legal secretaryJob ContributionsType and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, documents, correspondence, and/or briefs for court filingCoordinate case files, file documents, and maintain calendars for attorneysReview various types of pleadings and court Minute Entries to accurately track deadlinesUse case management software to maintain electronic case files, draft documents, track and calendar deadlinesCoordinate and schedule various types of appointments, such as depositions and meetings via video, telephone, or in-personPhotocopy and distribute correspondence, notebooks, motions, briefs, files, and other documents as neededData retrieval using iCIS, PACER, Prolaw, and other databases as neededHand-delivers and picks up documents on and off-site and distributes mail as neededWorking ConditionsOffice setting in a high-volume, fast-paced environmentRequires long periods of sitting while completing computer activitiesMay be required to travel to and from various County locations for meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or County vehiclesAbility to move up to 20 pounds floor to waist and push/pull up to 20 pounds at a distance of up to 100 feetAfter a successful six-month period after hire, employees are eligible to telework up to 16 hours per week with supervisor approval. The ability to telework depends on the employee’s position and business needs.Selection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.