PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT- LEGAL ASSISTANT I

State of Florida • Naples, FL

447d • $35,000 - $38,000

About The Position

The Legal Assistant I position at the Public Defender's Office, 20th Circuit, is designed to provide essential clerical support to the agency and legal staff. This role involves a variety of administrative tasks, including managing correspondence, maintaining legal files, and assisting clients, all while ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in a legal environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of progressively responsible secretarial experience or equivalent training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Basic computer skills including keyboarding and use of office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior legal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create correspondence and other materials on general or legal subjects.
• Assist clients as necessary.
• Prepare and maintain files and records.
• Act as office receptionist, answering telephone and greeting visitors/clients.
• Type with speed and accuracy, proficient in word processing systems.
• Read incoming mail and compose replies when attorney's personal attention is not required.
• Prepare and file complex motions, orders, and subpoenas for depositions and trials.
• Attend court hearings and keep docket.
• Maintain attorney's appointment calendar and schedules of meetings, appointments, legal hearings, trials, and sentencings.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive filing system.
• Handle calls regarding cases and court hearings in attorney's absence.
• Prepare general legal forms and pleadings independently.
• Complete monthly reports and data input into case management system.
• Maintain confidential case follow-up and other essential legal records and files.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED