Legal Assistant

1-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Legal Assistant for Case Opening at . Courts in Philadelphia, PA
H2: Join the Federal Judiciary as a Legal Assistant for Case Opening

Organization: . Courts
Department: Judicial Branch
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Job Title: Legal Assistant for Case Opening
Salary: $50,129 - $89,731 per year, based on qualifications and experience
Experience: High school diploma and 2 years of office experience required, bachelor's degree and appellate court experience preferred
Type: Full-time, permanent position with one-year probationary period

Job Summary:

The Legal Assistant for Case Opening at . Courts performs case management duties related to initiating cases using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. This position requires excellent communication and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions. The incumbent will also be responsible for reviewing case initiation documents, resolving procedural issues, and identifying potential jurisdictional problems for attorney review.

Responsibilities:

- Independently review case initiation documents and resolve procedural issues
- Identify potential jurisdictional problems for attorney review
- Assign cases to case managers
- Aid the Court and Clerk's Office attorneys in case management
- Review fees, captions, parties, and representation in the case opening process

Requirements:

- Must be a . citizen or meet requirements established by current appropriations law
- High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree and appellate court experience preferred
- At least 2 years of general office experience
- Highly developed analytical skills and strong organizational capabilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions

Salary Information:

- Salary range: $50,129 - $89,731 per year, based on qualifications and experience
- Pay scale & grade: CL 25 - 26
- Location: Philadelphia, PA

Experience Information:

- Required: High school diploma and 2 years of general office experience
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and appellate court experience

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter via email to .

Benefits:

- Excepted service appointment
- "At will" employment with the ability to terminate with or without cause
- Provisional hiring pending results of a background check
- Direct deposit of pay required
- Eligible for benefits - please refer to the "Review our benefits" section for more information

Next Steps:

Only qualified individuals who will be invited to interview will be contacted. The Court reserves the right to modify or withdraw this vacancy announcement or to fill the position without prior written or other notice.

Fair & Transparent Hiring:

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please refer to the following guidance for more information:

- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request

About . Courts:

The . Courts, also known as the Federal Judiciary, is a national system of courts that hear cases involving federal laws and disputes between citizens of different states. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals, located in Philadelphia, is one of the 13 federal appellate courts in the United States. As a Legal Assistant for Case Opening at . Courts, you will have the opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, supporting the critical work of the federal judicial system. Join our team and make a difference in the legal field.

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Review of benefits provided.

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Case Management, Legal Terminology, Procedures, Documents, Communication, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Administrative Experience, Office Experience, Clerical Experience, Background Checks, Direct Deposit, Legal Assistance.

High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor's Degree (preferred).

Submit resume and cover letter via email to .

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor's Degree (preferred), 2 years of general office experience, Appellate Court experience (preferred).

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