Public Defender'S Office, 3Rd Circuit- Legal Assistant I - 21000862

State of Florida • Live Oak, FL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Law Offices of Cliff Wilson Jr., Public Defender’s Office, Third Judicial Circuit, has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant. This full-time position provides highly responsible legal assistant support within a Division of the Public Defender's Office. Legal Assistants work in a team environment with each assistant providing support for 3-4 attorneys.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or an equivalency diploma
• At least two (2) years of progressively responsible secretarial experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Must type at least 35 words per minute
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments based on importance
• Ability to work within a team environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the legal field or court system
• Knowledge and proficiency in scanning and indexing documents electronically
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing motions, orders, and subpoenas
• Scanning and indexing documents into the electronic case file
• Preparing attorney calendars for court
• Preparing documents for e-filing
• Handling calls and making appointments for the assigned attorneys
• Typing correspondence for the attorney when needed
• Other duties which may vary by specific Division assignment

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave
• Retirement plan options
• Life Insurance coverage
• Comprehensive Health and Prescription options
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Tuition reimbursement/waivers for some State College courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED