Probate Court Admin Aide I/II — Start Your Legal Career

Clark County, Nevada; Mesquite (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County, Nevada’s Eighth Judicial District Court seeks qualified candidates for Legal Office Assistant I/II in the Probate Department, Civil Division. Responsibilities include handling high volumes of inquiries, preparing court orders, and managing probate calendars and court staff coordination.

The role offers training with potential advancement from I to II, open competitive eligibility, and possible grant-funded or limited-duration positions.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: Legal Office Assistant I requires high school graduation and 1 year of general clerical work; legal setting preferred.
• Typing speed of 45 wpm may be required for some positions.
• Legal Office Assistant II requires 1 additional year of office support with legal terminology and documents; substitutions possible.

Responsibilities

• Reads and processes legal documents and court records for filing and accuracy.
• Receives and processes fees, fines, and other monies; prepares receipts and balances daily.
• Performs court clerk duties in small claims court, including swearing in parties and recording judgments.
• Types correspondence and reports; prepares and routes documents per established procedures.
• Triages petitions and routes to law clerks or judicial staff; maintains departmental files.

Skills

Legal terminology

Typing 45 wpm

General clerical skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Clark County, Nevada’s Eighth Judicial District Court seeks qualified candidates for Legal Office Assistant I/II in the Probate Department, Civil Division. Responsibilities include handling high volumes of inquiries, preparing court orders, and managing probate calendars and court staff coordination.

The role offers training with potential advancement from I to II, open competitive eligibility, and possible grant-funded or limited-duration positions.