Trial Assistant

Johnson County Kansas; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government is seeking a Trial Assistant to join the Adult Criminal Unit. The role supports prosecutors with case preparation, evidence management, and court coordination, working closely with attorneys, law enforcement, and court personnel.

Strong organization and communication skills are essential for handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes accuracy and professionalism in assisting with the efficient prosecution of criminal cases and may

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Office Administration, or related field is required.
• May require KS/MO driver’s license depending on department or agency.
• Experience may be substituted for degree; education may be substituted for experience.
• Professional Paralegal Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts legal and factual research into statutes, cases, and records; verifies citations and summarizes legal documents.
• Provides administrative support for legal proceedings; procures and prepares evidence and assists with presentation of evidence; drafts legal documents and manages case files.
• Assists with investigation and review of cases; may help attorneys analyze witness testimony by corroborating testimony through documentation and court records.
• Prepares jury instructions, coordinates witness arrangements, prepares exhibits, and handles courtroom equipment and communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Legal research assistance

Education

Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Office Administration, or related field

Professional Paralegal Certification

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Job Description

The Johnson County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join our Adult Criminal Unit as a Trial Assistant. This position plays a vital role in supporting prosecutors throughout the criminal justice process by assisting with case preparation, evidence management, court proceedings, and trial coordination. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to accuracy and professionalism. This position works closely with attorneys, law enforcement, court personnel, victims, witnesses, and other criminal justice partners to support the efficient and effective prosecution of criminal cases.

Essential Duties:

• Conducts legal and factual research into statutes, cases, and records using a variety of legal resources; verifies citationsin legal memoranda and briefs; summarizes legal documents.
• Provides administrative assistance for legal proceedings; procures and prepares evidence, and assists with presentationof evidence utilizing a variety of technologies; drafts/compiles legal documents; assists in preparing case files, jury trials,hearings and post-trial dispositions; maintains calendars and lists for hearings, dockets, and courts; completes generalcorrespondence and assists in courtroom proceedings by transcribing court oral orders; copies, files, and distributesdocuments.
• Assists with investigation and review of cases; may assist attorneys in analyzing witness testimony by corroboratingtestimony through researching documentation, depositions, and court records.
• Prepares jury instructions, coordinates witness arrangements, prepares exhibits, copies audio/video taped evidence,delivers and/or retrieves equipment to/from courtroom; responds to inquiries and provides information; notifies/informsparties, witnesses, and attorneys of status of case and explains various legal programs, policies, procedures, andramifications.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Office Administration, or related field and one-year legal support, including legal research support experience are required.
• May require KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.
• Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Professional Paralegal Certification is preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments.