Top 10 Paralegal assistant Jobs in Yuma, Az

Legal Secretary III (Grade 11)
Yuma County, AZ —Yuma, AZ
- $24.62 - $30.78 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Civil Process Specialist (Grade 5)
Yuma County, AZ —Yuma, AZ
- $18.37 - $22.97 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Litigation Support Specialist (Grade 15)
Yuma County, AZ —Yuma, AZ
- $29.93 - $37.41 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
6d
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Thompson Patent Law —United States
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Legal Secretary III (Grade 11)

Yuma County, AZ -
Yuma, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$24.62 - $30.78 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account

Qualifications

Meeting minutes
Correspondence management
Trial material preparation assistance
Court record maintenance
Legal correspondence preparation
Business travel arrangements
Phone communication
Business support experience for legal executives
Word processing
Writing skills
Civil litigations
Meeting transcription
Employee relationship building
English
Legal document sorting and filing
Financial management report preparation
Research
Mid-level
3 years
High school diploma or GED
Phone customer support
Legal administrative experience
Task prioritization
Compliance reporting for grants
Court case file organization
Typing
Budget preparation
Court hearing scheduling
File organization
Pleadings filing assistance

Full Job Description

Job Summary

This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

NATURE OF WORK
Under minimal supervision, performs paraprofessional work of moderate difficulty in a variety of legal secretarial and office duties; this position has department specific responsibility.

Nature of Work

(Illustrative Only) Formats and types letters, memoranda, and legal documents for the review, approval and use by an attorney; files documents with the appropriate court or entity; prepares and processes confidential and sensitive legal documents and correspondence; checks and completes legal records, forms and documents; assists in the preparation of statistical and financial reports of grant fund expenditures; may provide input for budget preparation; assist attorneys with the preparations for trials and hearing; responsible for opening and closing cases, prepare and complete disclosure and related case documents; follows up on cases to ensure timely progress; enters data into the computer or database; provides backup to administration when needed; may be required to make travel arrangements for witnesses and/or victims; provides disclosure information to attorneys; schedules appointments and meetings; maintains attorney and court calendars; transcribes meeting and interview notes and recordings; develops and maintains office records and files; sorts, indexes and retrieves forms, correspondence and documents; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of progressively responsible experience as a legal secretary; OR four years of progressively responsible experience in secretarial or office work; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; requires successful completion of a background check. Special Requirements: Litigation experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Legal principles and procedures; Arizona civil and criminal law and judicial procedures; legal terminology and forms; general office practices and procedures.

Skill in: The use of the English language, including spelling, punctuation and grammar; creating and prioritizing work assignments to meet time constraints; the preparation of documents and reports; operating various office equipment and word processing; creating and maintaining files; taking and recording notes; meeting and dealing effectively and tactfully with public; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; maintaining confidentiality; communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to: Effectively respond to phone calls, emails and complaints in a timely manner; plan, prioritizes, manages and responds to multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; read, write, research, synthesizes data and detailed reports; use modern office equipment and computers; communicate effectively verbally and written; lift up to 5 – 25 lbs; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Medical Coverage Category

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.

This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.

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Legal Secretary III (Grade 11)

Civil Process Specialist (Grade 5)

Litigation Support Specialist (Grade 15)

Patent Paralegal

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