Legal Staff Paralegal in Pawhuska, OK

Government

Pawhuska, OK

Legal Staff Paralegal in Pawhuska, OK

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Assistant is responsible for supporting the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Child Support Services by assisting in the preparation and organization of legal documents in coordination with the program attorney. This role involves compiling and maintaining accurate documentation for child support cases, preparing upcoming court dockets, and ensuring that all legal aspects of each case are thoroughly addressed and ready for hearing. The Legal Assistant plays a critical role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal process within the Child Support program.

Education and Experience Information:
- Completion of a secondary or vocational paralegal training program is required.
- A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, or a related field is preferred.
- Alternatively, a minimum of three years of relevant experience performing comparable legal support duties in an accredited law firm is acceptable.
- Knowledge of Oklahoma law and court procedures is necessary.
- Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Code and court procedures.
- Experience in working with civil law is required.
- Proficiency in preparing civil pleadings and legal documents is essential.
- Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak effectively in small group settings, are required.
- A professional demeanor and appearance that reflect positively on the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. are necessary.
- A high level of personal integrity, ethics, and accountability is required.
- Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills are essential.
- Strict adherence to confidentiality requirements is mandatory.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is required.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills are necessary.
- Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Must successfully pass drug/alcohol testing.
- Must have a clean driving record and may be required to drive GSA or tribal vehicles.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Legal Assistant position.