Child Welfare Legal Assistant

Cass County Government • Fargo, ND

7d • $47,562 - $52,093

About The Position

Provide support to three Assistant State’s Attorneys working on Civil Child Welfare cases.

Requirements

• Paralegal degree or certificate. May substitute similar work in law office for education.
• Knowledge of multiple computer programs such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Odyssey, and Adobe Pro.
• Must be able to prioritize, multi-task, and possess an ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Identify what problems need immediate attention by the attorneys and when to interrupt the attorneys and get input on problems.
• Office Skills: Filing, copying, phones, scanning, ability to work with client and witnesses, excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of all materials reviewed.
• Must be able to maintain professionalism while being exposed to written descriptions, photographs and other visual and auditory depiction of injuries and/or abuse (physical, emotional and sexual) of children.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer two years of college in pre-law, legal assistant or paralegal and two years of experience.
• Experience may substitute for educational requirement.
• Must be Notary eligible.

Responsibilities

• Document receipt of digital documents/affidavits requesting Shelter Care Placement or Petitions.
• Open office files on approved cases.
• Submit proposed orders for filing petitions.
• Obtain signed Orders and scheduling information from Clerk of Court.
• Initiate/open cases in Odyssey file system.
• File moving documents in Odyssey.
• Prepare and secure personal service of petitions.
• Maintain statistics.
• Redact documents for discovery responses.
• Prepare subpoenas and related motions for securing testimony and documents from witnesses.
• Prepare exhibits.
• Prepare files for trial, including identifying, organizing, and managing discovery and witnesses.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, legal offices (primarily defense attorneys) for hearing scheduling and discovery exchange.
• Coordinate with court and clerk personnel for scheduling appearances.
• Prepare and file motions.
• File default Judgments.
• Provide in-court assistance to attorneys during trial.
• Order and Maintain Office Supplies.
• Regular attendance is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree