Legal Support Specialist

County of Maricopa

Maricopa County, Arizona, US
Base: $21.75 - $35.00 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
Two years of experience in a legal setting
Knowledge of legal documents and proceedings
Prepare petitions, briefs, motions, and complaints
This position is responsible for providing specialized secretarial support to attorneys by preparing legal documents such as petitions, briefs, and indictments

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for providing specialized secretarial support to attorneys by preparing legal documents such as petitions, briefs, and indictments.
  • The office delivers high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victim services, and crime prevention programs to the residents of Maricopa County.
  • Employees receive benefits including tuition reimbursement, on-site child care access, and a defined retirement benefit with a 100% employer match.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for providing specialized secretarial support to attorneys by preparing legal documents such as petitions, briefs, and indictments.

Salary

Base: $21.75 - $35.00 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Overtime eligible, Tuition reimbursement, Retirement match, Child care benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Two years of experience in a legal setting
  • Knowledge of legal documents and proceedings
  • Prepare petitions, briefs, motions, and complaints
  • File documents with the court and maintain databases
  • Redact documents for disclosure and discovery

Nice-to-have

  • Previous Maricopa County Attorney's Office experience
  • Certificate from accredited secretarial school
  • Work experience in public or private law firm
  • High-quality prosecution and victim services focus
  • Ability to work in high-volume fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • Two years of experience in a legal setting
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Post-secondary education may substitute for one year of experience
  • Pass pre-employment background and fingerprint investigation
  • Pass drug and alcohol testing requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

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