Legal Assistant

Initial assignment will be in the Victim Witness Unit. GENERAL SUMMARY The purpose of this job is to coordinate and maintain all case files handled by the Prosecuting Attorney's office. Processes court orders, maintains, and updates legal cases, and stores in multiple databases. Coordinates the scheduling of all court events, reviewing and updating court docket schedules. Provides front desk and administrative support to attorneys and victim advocates by creating files, processing cases with the court, analyzing data of clients, processing and coordinating victim impact statements and correspondence, and directing incoming calls to appropriate staff when necessary. Verifies sentencing information from court logs received by the courts and records the legal information. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares and processes documents and other required correspondence to maintain compliance with the Michigan Crime Victim Rights Law. Assists with witness coordination by maintaining witness log, facilitating witness waiting area assignments, recording nightly witness line updates, and notifying the assigned Victim Advocate of victim/witness needs. Monitors and reviews legal court events. Prepares and reviews court orders, notices, motions, and other communications regarding legal proceedings. Distributes documentation as necessary. Processes and files motions, writs, nolles, citations, legal documents, and other court orders. Maintains and updates case information stored in dual databases. Provides customer service and administrative support within the assigned unit. Including answering phones, processing mail, and providing additional assistance as needed. Performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and Experience High school diploma (or GED equivalent), 2 years of college preferred 1 to 3 years of related work experience in the courts Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities Required Licenses or Certifications None