Legal Assistant

Salary: $2,393/month

Job Description: Individual will assist attorneys, investigators, and the mitigation specialist in the preparation of cases for Capital (death penalty) jury trial including maintaining the trial calendar. For about 15-20 hours per/week, this individual will type briefs, motions, and correspondence for Capital Trial and Appellate Attorneys. Duties will also include locating/copying discovery materials; organizing and summarizing client files; contacting/interviewing clients and witnesses; preparing reports and serving subpoenas; conducting limited legal research; and assisting attorneys in court and with other tasks. Also responsible for handling invoices, making travel arrangements and tracking budget amounts.

Qualifications: Education equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of experience in office or related clerical work. Legal experience preferred.