Legal Assistant 2025-00034 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4780087) Apply  Legal Assistant 2025-00034 Salary $27.13 - $30.14 Hourly Location Casper, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-00034 Department District Attorney-Natrona County Division District Attorney-Natrona County Opening Date 01/06/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification BALG08 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Natrona County District Attorney's Office is seeking a highly organized and detail-orientedLegal Assistantto join the Felony Unit. This position plays a critical role in supporting the unit's attorneys and ensuring the seamless processing of legal documentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can handle a high volume of paperwork with accuracy, and is committed to upholding the standards of professionalism required in legal proceedings. 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Human Resource Contact: Samantha Drew /samantha.drew2@wyo.gov/ 307-777-7667 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. + Consistently demonstrates analytical ability, administrative skills, ingenuity, and independent judgment in their area. + Assists attorneys in drafting complex pleadings and discovery. + Functions as the liaison between the attorney, courts, clients, and others including witnesses. + Serves as a key component at trial. + Gathers information by asking questions or determining sources for information to accurately assist the public, law enforcement, and attorneys. + Conducts legal research. + Schedules and tracks deadlines to move cases forward and meet procedural requirements. + Provides case management of all discovery documents for disbursement. + Enters pertinent data into designated computer systems/software programs, reviews, and verifies data. + Processes subpoenas for law enforcement and witnesses. + Identifies appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases. + Verifies the accuracy of cited cases. + Prepares deposition summaries from transcripts. + Performs trial/court preparation work, but does not appear in court. + Oversees and coordinates document production; compiles information necessary for reports and case development. + Prepares written and verbal correspondence with involved parties, attorneys, and citizens. + Performs legal research using both traditional and computer databases to retrieve, organize, index, and cross-reference legal materials. + Conducts factual investigations. + Interviews witnesses. + Researches documents. + Trains and backs up other paralegals and new paralegal positions. + Assists in the direction of workflow to others. Qualifications PREFERENCES: The successful candidate will be able to work in a team environment. They must have good organizational skills and keep up with their day-to-day workload. KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures. + Knowledge of administrative law, terminology, principles, and procedures. + Knowledge of the use of legal reference material and legal research. + Knowledge of state and federal court policies and procedures. + Knowledge of government and legislative processes. + Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes and agency mission goals, policies, and procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Paralegal/Legal Studies) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Paralegal /Legal Studies) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Legal Support Specialist OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Paralegal /Legal Studies) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Legal Support Specialist OR Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: National Association of Legal Assistants certificate as a CLA or ALS (Certified Legal Assistant) or CP (Certified Paralegal) or National Federation of Paralegal Association PACE Registered Paralegal Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: + This job requires a lot of sitting, typing, and phone communication. NOTES: + FLSA: Non-exempt Supplemental Information 157-Natrona County District Attorney's Office Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!