Legal Assistant

Casper, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 27 - 30

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Natrona County District Attorneys Officeis seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join the Felony Unit. This position plays a critical role in supporting the units attorneys and ensuring the seamless processing of legal documentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment can handle a high volume of paperwork with accuracy and is committed to upholding the standards of professionalism required in legal proceedings.

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Casper is more than a place to visitits a place to call home. Wyoming boasts the added benefit of being one of only seven states with no income tax making it an attractive choice for professionals and families alike. Whether youre drawn to the outdoors or the lively entertainment scene Casper truly offers something for everyone.

Working for more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Consistently demonstrates analytical ability administrative skills ingenuity and independent judgment in their area.
Assists attorneys in drafting complex pleadings and discovery.
Functions as the liaison between the attorney courts clients and others including witnesses.
Serves as akey component at trial.
Gathers information by asking questions or determining sources for information to accurately assist the public law enforcement and attorneys.
Schedules and tracks deadlines to move cases forward and meet procedural requirements.
Provides case management of all discovery documents for disbursement.
Enters pertinent data into designated computer systems/software programs reviews and verifies data.
Processes subpoenas for law enforcement and witnesses.
Identifies appropriate laws judicial decisions legal articles and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases.
Verifies the accuracy of cited cases.
Prepares deposition summaries from transcripts.
Performs trial/court preparation work but does not appear in court.
Oversees and coordinates document production; compiles information necessary for reports and case development.
Prepares written and verbal correspondence with involved parties attorneys and citizens.
Performs legal research using both traditional and computer databases to retrieve organize index and cross-reference legal materials.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

The successful candidate will be able to work in a team environment. They must have good organizational skills and keep up with their day-to-day workload.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of legal concepts terminology principles and procedures.
Knowledge of administrative law terminology principles and procedures.
Knowledge of the use of legal reference material and legal research.
Knowledge of state and federal court policies and procedures.
Knowledge of government and legislative processes.
Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes and agency mission goals policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree(typically in Paralegal/Legal Studies)

Experience:

0-2 years ofprogressive work experience (typically in Paralegal /Legal Studies) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Legal Support Specialist

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Paralegal /Legal Studies) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Legal Support Specialist

OR

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

National Association of Legal Assistants certificate as a CLA or ALS (Certified Legal Assistant) or CP (Certified Paralegal) or National Federation of Paralegal Association PACE Registered Paralegal

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This job requires a lot of sitting typing and phone communication.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt

Supplemental Information

157-Natrona County District Attorneys Office

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Required Experience:

Junior IC

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Natrona County District Attorneys Officeis seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join the Felony Unit. This position plays a critical role in supporting the units attorneys and ensuring the seamless process...