Legal Support Specialist at Maricopa County

Madison, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Documents, Court Filing, Case Management Software, Data Retrieval, Document Preparation, Calendar Management, Deadline Tracking, Appointment Scheduling, Correspondence Distribution, Public Records Requests

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Posting Date 01/09/26 Application Deadline 01/12/26 Pay Range $21.75 - $35.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department County Attorney About the Position This position is responsible for providing specialized administrative and support services to the attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Services Division. About the Civil Services Division The Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the Maricopa County government, including its elected officials, departments, and employees. Our work involves defending legal actions, lawsuits, and claims brought against County entities, including Section 1983, tort, election, and tax litigation. We also provide legal advice to County officials on various public law topics. Additionally, we process public records requests for the Maricopa County Attorney. Our division has four practice groups: Litigation; Government Advice & Elected Officials; Human Resources, Behavioral Health, & Probate Group; and Appeals, Election Law, Public Records, & Tax. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience in a legal setting and knowledge of legal documents and proceedings High school diploma or GED Post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis Other Requirements Valid Arizona driver’s license upon hire The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement We Also Value Previous Maricopa County Attorney's Office experience Certificate of completion from an accredited secretarial school or legal secretary training program Work experience in a private law firm or prosecuting agency as a legal secretary Job Contributions Type and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, documents, correspondence, and/or briefs for court filing Coordinate case files, file documents, and maintain calendars for attorneys Review various types of pleadings and court Minute Entries to accurately track deadlines Use case management software to maintain electronic case files, draft documents, track and calendar deadlines Coordinate and schedule various types of appointments, such as depositions and meetings via video, telephone, or in-person Photocopy and distribute correspondence, notebooks, motions, briefs, files, and other documents as needed Data retrieval using iCIS, PACER, Prolaw, and other databases as needed Hand-delivers and picks up documents on and off-site and distributes mail as needed Working Conditions Office setting in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Requires long periods of sitting while completing computer activities May be required to travel to and from various County locations for meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or County vehicles Ability to move up to 20 pounds floor to waist and push/pull up to 20 pounds at a distance of up to 100 feet After a successful six-month period after hire, employees are eligible to telework up to 16 hours per week with supervisor approval. The ability to telework depends on the employee’s position and business needs. Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing specialized administrative and support services to attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Services Division. Key tasks include preparing legal documents, coordinating case files, and managing calendars.