Legal Assistant
State of Indiana, Noblesville, IN, United States
Legal Assistant – Department Of Child Services
The Legal Assistant provides paralegal and administrative support for local and agency attorneys. You will assist in organizing, processing, and maintaining records related to DCS cases and may provide research, clerical support, and reporting when needed.
Location: Noblesville, Indiana. This position supports staff in Hamilton County and surrounding counties as needed.
Salary
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000 per year but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal divisions.
Perform legal research under the direction of staff counsel or administrative law judge.
Assist at depositions and hearings by taking notes, providing follow-up questions to attorneys, and keeping track of documents.
Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.
Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
Receive and respond to inquiries regarding current hearings from attorneys, legislators, or clients by telephone, email, and/or correspondence.
Schedule hearing dates and sites, make appointments, and manage calendars.
Travel to hearing sites and set up sites, materials, and equipment.
Organize and maintain law libraries, database systems, documents, and case files.
This job description is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned at any time.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to work with sensitive documents and information without disclosure.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to provide effective and professional customer service to internal and external parties.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
Three medical plan options (including RX coverage), vision, and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program.
Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully‑funded pension plan options.
Comprehensive leave policies, including paid New Parent Leave, paid childbirth recovery leave, community service leave, vacation/personal/sick leave, and paid holidays.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance and employee assistance program.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking and free LinkedIn Learning access.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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The Legal Assistant provides paralegal and administrative support for local and agency attorneys. You will assist in organizing, processing, and maintaining records related to DCS cases and may provide research, clerical support, and reporting when needed.
Location: Noblesville, Indiana. This position supports staff in Hamilton County and surrounding counties as needed.
Salary
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000 per year but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal divisions.
Perform legal research under the direction of staff counsel or administrative law judge.
Assist at depositions and hearings by taking notes, providing follow-up questions to attorneys, and keeping track of documents.
Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.
Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
Receive and respond to inquiries regarding current hearings from attorneys, legislators, or clients by telephone, email, and/or correspondence.
Schedule hearing dates and sites, make appointments, and manage calendars.
Travel to hearing sites and set up sites, materials, and equipment.
Organize and maintain law libraries, database systems, documents, and case files.
This job description is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned at any time.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to work with sensitive documents and information without disclosure.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to provide effective and professional customer service to internal and external parties.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
Three medical plan options (including RX coverage), vision, and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program.
Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully‑funded pension plan options.
Comprehensive leave policies, including paid New Parent Leave, paid childbirth recovery leave, community service leave, vacation/personal/sick leave, and paid holidays.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance and employee assistance program.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking and free LinkedIn Learning access.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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