Legal Assistant 1

Diocese Of Pierce County Washington • Tacoma, WA

446d • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position as a Legal Assistant 1 within the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Civil Division, focuses on providing general clerical support in legal services, particularly assisting the Tort Team with discovery management and document production. The role emphasizes the importance of customer service, teamwork, and adaptability, contributing positively to the community and offering a solid foundation for future career growth within the office.

Requirements

• A minimum of six months of work experience in the legal field as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related legal staff support function.
• Fluency with the MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Training by an accredited vocational school, college, or university in the field of legal support work or related area.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-complex legal support work.
• Open files and assist Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys.
• Prepare documents for the court.
• Perform reception and telephone work, requiring knowledge of office policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Respond courteously to complaints from the public.
• Distribute papers to court, jail, police agencies, etc.
• Operate standard office equipment including telephones, copiers, computers, printers, fax machines, and typewriters.
• Perform data entry.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangements available.
• Opportunity to build a solid foundation within a civil law environment.
• Exposure to attorneys, courts, and agencies as well as the public.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed