Legal Assistant I - FTU

Job Purpose:This position involves complex and diversified tasks needed to support the Assistant State Attorneys assigned to the Felony Trial Unit. The selected candidate must be organized, work well under pressure and time constraints, and be able to handle confidential matters with the utmost discretion. Duties and Responsibilities:Maintenance of all felony case files using internal Case Management System.

Receive/transfer and track the whereabouts of all case files Typing, data entry, filing and other clerical tasks. Scan and attach all required case related documents into internal Case Management System. Issue Subpoenas and process e-filings. Telephone communications with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel.

Maintain the attorney’s calendar and schedule depositions. Receive, sort, and distribute daily time sensitive mail. Other duties as assigned by the Assistant State Attorneys or the Support Staff Supervisor. Qualifications:At least two (2) years clerical or secretarial experience Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work well under pressure Excellent time management skills and ability to meet daily deadlines Knowledge of case filing procedures between the State Attorney’s Office and the Clerk’s Office a plus. Candidate must be able to work until 5:00 p.m. daily and may be asked to work later hours if the Assistant State Attorney is in trial SAO17 Terms and Conditions:

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