Legal Assistant/Deputy Clerk

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Morrow County Court Of Common Pleas - Mount Gilead, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Mount Gilead, OH

About the position

The Morrow County Court of Common Pleas is seeking a full-time Deputy Clerk/Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative support to Judges and Magistrates. This grant-funded position is part of the Ohio Court Backlog Reduction Program and is expected to last until December 31, 2025, with no guarantee of employment beyond that date. The role involves processing legal documents, managing case information, and facilitating communication between various parties involved in court cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative assistance to Judges and Magistrates.
• Process pleadings and documents related to court cases.
• Open new cases and assign case numbers within CourtView.
• Docket information contained in pleadings or documents.
• Scan documents into CourtView.
• Prepare service forms to serve parties involved in cases.
• Mail copies of filed items to attorneys and parties.
• Answer inquiries regarding cases in person, via phone, fax, or email.
• Prepare transportation forms for court cases.
• Schedule cases to be heard before Judges and Magistrates.
• Contact law enforcement agencies, schools, and attorneys regarding cases.

Requirements

• Experience in legal administrative work is preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.