Legal Assistant - Criminal Division

Anoka County

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team of over 100 persons in the Anoka County Attorney’s Office who are united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust and serve the interests of justice. We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens with respect and compassion. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 03/18/2026 in order to be considered. Position Description The Anoka County Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for Legal Assistant in our Criminal Division. This division is responsible for prosecuting adults and certified juveniles charged with felony crimes and designated misdemeanors and gross misdemeanor crimes occurring within the boundaries of Anoka County. Legal Assistants are essential to the proper functioning of the Attorney’s Office by providing administrative and technical legal support on assigned caseloads. Legal Assistants also perform document review and revision as well as generate and file documents with the court or other agencies. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position. Interviews will take place April 2nd and 3rd for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of job-related experience
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Business, Paralegal Studies or related field
• Possess a Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program
• Experience drafting, cite-checking, and correcting legal briefs
• Experience managing medium to large-scale document productions
• Knowledge and competency with case management software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform secretarial and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepare legal documents to include, but not limited to s, briefs, motions, notices, subpoenas, complaints and general correspondence.
• Efficiently utilize case management and electronic case filing systems and other legal reference software.
• Assist attorneys with documents and file management related to hearings and trial preparation.
• Summarize depositions, trial transcripts and exhibits.
• Proofread legal documents.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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