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Public Defender Legal Assistant

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Laramie, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 29 - 33

Posted: 5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 1 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal this essential role youll be the first point of contact for clients and attorneys providing vital support to public defenders as they work to ensure fair legal outcomes. Your responsibilities will include answering phones scheduling hearings and appointments and assisting with a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. Youll play a key role in helping the Office of the State Public Defender operate smoothly while contributing to the pursuit of justice. If youre organized compassionate and eager to make a meaningful impact wed love to hear from you!

Why Laramie

Set in the beautiful Laramie Valley at the foot of the Snowy Range Laramie offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy year-round activities such as skiing hiking climbing at Vedauwoo fishing in alpine lakes and camping at Curt Gowdy State Park. Laramie is also rich in history with landmarks like the Wyoming Territorial Prison while offering a welcoming community and vibrant quality of life.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers 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 which may be performed at the job level.

Answering the multi-line phones and a direct line from the jail (high call volume); taking incoming calls from public defender clients attorneys and court personnel. Making appointments via phone calls for attorneys and taking messages for attorney phone calls. Transfer calls to attorneys and check voicemail for messages for attorneys and other public defender personnel.
Prepare inner-office court schedules and set appointments for clients to meet with attorneys.
Schedule and track deadlines to move cases forward and meet procedural requirements.
Oversee and coordinate document production including court filings and distribution of court documents.
Assist legal assistants when necessary.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in a law office or court.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of legal concepts terminology principles and procedures
Knowledge of state and federal court policies and procedures
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 of progressive work experience (typically in Paralegal /Legal Studies) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Legal Support Specialist

OR

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

Necessary Special Requirements