Legal Secretary 1

Human Services, Department of•Decatur, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking candidates to fill the position of Legal Secretary 1 within the Division of Child Support Services (DCSS). This role is crucial in supporting the division's mission to enhance child well-being by locating non-custodial parents, establishing paternity and support orders, enforcing and modifying support obligations, and collecting and distributing child support payments. The position is located in Decatur, GA (DeKalb County) and reports to the Legal Services Supervisor. This role involves assisting legal staff in preparing legal documents, correspondence, and court proceedings, ensuring the efficient delivery of legal services to clients and stakeholders.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in an office setting using computer software.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year work experience in a legal office environment using technology hardware and software applications typically used in a legal office environment.
Two (2) years of work experience in an office setting that involved review of legal documents (e.g., contracts, etc.) and use of technology hardware and software applications typically used in a legal office environment.
Work experience as an administrative assistant (secretary).

Responsibilities

Ensures delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, parties, and/or court officials.
Opens and closes case files.
Organizes and maintains case files, documents, and reference materials.
Prepares and processes legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
Retrieves, copies, and distributes files and documents.
Schedules appointments, maintains calendars, and receives and places telephone calls.
Types and edits office memos, briefs, motions, and other legal documents from notes or dictation using standard office equipment.
Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.