Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Lake Havasu City, AZ

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Lake Havasu City, AZ

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Lake Havasu City, AZ

Legal Staff

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Legal Secretary II - Job Summary:

• The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.’s Office is seeking a Legal Secretary II for full-time employment.
• The position will provide legal secretarial support to the Assistant Attorney Generals.
• The role will involve preparing a variety of legal documents and correspondence, as well as managing case activities and deadlines.
• This role is available statewide, with specific openings in the Child and Family Protection Division.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a legal secretary or have completed a legal secretary/paralegal training program.
• This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including student loan assistance, sick leave, vacation time, health and dental insurance, and retirement benefits.
• The Arizona Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Legal Secretary II - Job Duties:

• Prepare legal pleadings and documents for cases on behalf of clients.
• Draft and type correspondence.
• Answer inquiries from clients, court personnel, and others regarding case activity and status.
• Coordinate and follow up on service of process.
• Enter all case activities and deadlines into case management database.
• Generate legal forms needed for various actions.
• Calendar court appearances, hearings, depositions, and other functions.
• Docket all case pleadings and correspondence in legal files.
• Review incoming and outgoing correspondence and ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Make travel arrangements and complete necessary documentation for in-state and out-of-state travel.

Legal Secretary II - Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Proficiency in word processing programs and knowledge of legal terminology and forms.
• Understanding of the attorney/client relationship and the need for confidentiality and discretion.
• Knowledge of court procedures and applicable time-frames.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in composing legal documents.
• Familiarity with court procedures and automated case management systems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work with interruptions and adapt to changing priorities.

Legal Secretary II - Selective Preference(s):

• Extensive experience as a legal secretary or completion of a legal secretary/paralegal training program.

Legal Secretary II - Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Fingerprinting and criminal background check.
• Eligibility for enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System after 27 weeks of employment.

Legal Secretary II - Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including student loan assistance, sick leave, vacation time, health and dental insurance, and retirement benefits.
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.

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• The Arizona Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.
• Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be directed to the Operations Division.