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Primary Responsibilities Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and correspondence. Organize, maintain, and update case files and legal databases to ensure that documents are accurate and readily accessible. File legal documents with courts and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all submissions comply with procedural requirements and deadlines. Manage document tracking systems to monitor filing deadlines and critical case dates. Conduct routine legal research and compile information on case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents as directed by legal personnel. Enter and update case information in legal management systems and databases accurately. Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and managing legal calendars for attorneys and legal teams. Handle telephone calls, greet clients, and perform other front-office duties as necessary. Serve as a point of contact between legal teams, clients, and external agencies, providing updates and relaying important information. Assist in organizing and coordinating depositions, hearings, and conferences. Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive legal documents and information. Ensure that all work complies with relevant legal standards, agency policies, and ethical guidelines.
Knowledge and Skills Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and meet strict deadlines. Keen eye for catching errors and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of legal documents and data. Familiarity with legal management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively draft documents, interact with clients, and convey essential information to legal team members. Commitment to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive legal information. Understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and the fundamentals of legal research.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of a legal support or legal secretarial training program, or experience in legal administration or specialized legal support roles may be required.
Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER
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State of Arkansas
LEGAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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A Legal Support Specialist works for a law firm, government, or a company subject to litigation, such as an insurance company. May assist with inmate processing and porale coordination. May assist with preparing and prosecuting cases, as part of a legal team or under the direction of a litigation attorney. May collect evidence, reviews files and assist with other litigation work.
$61,112 / year median in Arkansas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Position Number:
22082978County:
Pulaski ADE Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.Position Information
Job Series:
Inspectors and Investigators -Legal SupportClassification:
Legal Support SpecialistClass Code:
ILS03IPay Grade:
SGS06Salary Range:
$52,137 - $77,163Job Summary The Legal Support Specialist provides vital administrative and clerical support to legal teams in government departments/agencies. The role is central to ensuring that legal operations run smoothly by managing case files, preparing legal documents, conducting routine research, and coordinating communications with clients, court personnel, and a variety of assorted personnel. Legal Support Specialists blend strong organizational abilities with a clear understanding of legal terminology and procedures to assist attorneys and paralegals in the seamless execution of legal tasks.Primary Responsibilities Draft, proofread, and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and correspondence. Organize, maintain, and update case files and legal databases to ensure that documents are accurate and readily accessible. File legal documents with courts and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all submissions comply with procedural requirements and deadlines. Manage document tracking systems to monitor filing deadlines and critical case dates. Conduct routine legal research and compile information on case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents as directed by legal personnel. Enter and update case information in legal management systems and databases accurately. Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and managing legal calendars for attorneys and legal teams. Handle telephone calls, greet clients, and perform other front-office duties as necessary. Serve as a point of contact between legal teams, clients, and external agencies, providing updates and relaying important information. Assist in organizing and coordinating depositions, hearings, and conferences. Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive legal documents and information. Ensure that all work complies with relevant legal standards, agency policies, and ethical guidelines.
Knowledge and Skills Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and meet strict deadlines. Keen eye for catching errors and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of legal documents and data. Familiarity with legal management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively draft documents, interact with clients, and convey essential information to legal team members. Commitment to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive legal information. Understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and the fundamentals of legal research.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of a legal support or legal secretarial training program, or experience in legal administration or specialized legal support roles may be required.
Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER