Legal Secretary

Uintah County UT • Vernal, UT

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About The Position

The Legal Secretary performs entry-level, specialized legal clerical duties to expedite case preparation and support services for the County Attorney’s Civil Office. The position drafts, formats, and reviews civil case documents, verifies their accuracy, manages court and attorney calendars, monitors procedural deadlines, schedules hearings, organizes case files for court appearances, and ensures proper notice. It also handles GRAMA requests and employment matters and coordinates with other departments as needed.

As a primary point of contact, the Legal Secretary responds to inquiries from attorneys, agencies, and the public and provides appropriate case updates. The role requires strict confidentiality and sound judgment when handling sensitive legal matters. This is a full-time position paying $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience as a legal secretary, or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in keyboard operations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and review civil case documents, including informations, complaints, subpoenas, motions, affidavits, and court orders.
• Verify the accuracy of legal documents.
• Manage court and attorney calendars and monitor procedural deadlines.
• Schedule hearings and organize case files for court appearances.
• Ensure proper notice.
• Handle GRAMA requests and employment matters.
• Coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Respond to inquiries from attorneys, agencies, and the public and provide appropriate case updates.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment regarding sensitive legal matters.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Supplemental insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Perks program
• Award-winning wellness program with activities, on-site health fairs and seminars, and access to an on-site wellness center equipped with gym equipment

What This Job Offers

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