Legal Assistant - District Attorney's Office

Description

Performs a variety of moderately complex legal clerical duties in support of the prosecution function of the Office of the District Attorney.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Prepares and maintains digital and paper case files for use by attorneys or paralegals for presentation in court. Prepares a variety of moderately complex standard legal forms using previously prescribed data (e.g., case filings, writs, motions, briefs, petitions, opinions, and appeals). Reviews files, procures necessary supporting documents or reports, monitors appropriate court dockets to ensure timely completion of affected case files, and enters dates and status changes in applicable databases.

Produces subpoenas, writs, and other requests in a timely manner; downloads, processes, and produces discovery; makes copies of supporting documents and media upon request.

Performs administrative duties in support of the office, such as typing standard form correspondence or editing and finalizing correspondence from rough drafts. Pulls case files, locates digital files and documents, and distributes them to applicable attorneys and paralegals to assist in preparation for hearings. May perform redaction and editing of documents and media for presentation in court. Produces and compiles discovery files, scans, reviews for quality, and classifies digital documents and information.

Responsible for updating and maintaining electronic and existing paper files in all corresponding databases, paper files, and digital locations, including the ACTION, e-Discovery, Criminal e‑Filing, and archiving programs.

Gauges workflow of assignments to ensure the quality and timeliness of the work product. Receives and responds to telephone calls/visitors applicable to the unit; provides routine factual/system procedural information relevant to level of authority; makes referrals and routes calls or takes messages as necessary. Receives and distributes unit mail to assigned Deputy District Attorneys. Provides coverage for other support staff as office needs dictate, including administrative, paralegal, and reception areas.

Performs tasks as assigned in support of case preparation, special administrative projects, research, and statistical compilation.

• High school graduation or GED equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience providing clerical support in a legal environment
• Proficient in typing at a fast and efficient pace
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.
• This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.

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Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to:
Medical/Dental/Vision.

For a more detailed overview please view the full Employee Benefit Guide at:

• 10½ paid holidays each year + a floating holiday
• 9 hours of paid vacation per month
• 8 hours of paid sick time per month
• Medical insurance employees can choose from three plan options:
  United Healthcare Doctors Plan, United Healthcare HDHP Plan or United Healthcare Choice Plus Plan.
• Life insurance 1.5 times employee salary at no cost to employee
• Short-term and long-term disability at no cost to employee
• Mandatory retirement – defined contribution of 8% – matched at 8%
• Annual performance reviews with potential for an increase

Additionally, we offer dental, vision, accident/critical illness insurance, tuition reimbursement, and employee training. Part-time employees receive a pro-rated benefits package.