Judicial Assistant

Spokane County

. Provide complex paralegal, legal secretarial, and office administrative assistance for Superior Court Judges .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeWashington • United StatesJunior💰 $57,658 - $80,704 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal terminology, case flow management, and court procedures while maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive information. Proficient in coordinating court proceedings and utilizing technology platforms for effective communication and case management.

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Legal Terminology KnowledgeCase Flow ManagementCourt Procedures ExpertiseConfidentiality ComplianceTechnology Utilization in Court

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Hard Skills

Paralegal AssistanceLegal Document PreparationIndependent Research and AnalysisCase Management System ProficiencyJury ManagementCalendaringConflict ReviewReport PreparationCourt Rules InterpretationOffice Equipment Operation

Soft Skills

Ability to Handle Sensitive MattersMultitasking AbilityCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

ZoomWebexAudiovisual EquipmentDatabase ApplicationsComputer Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Superior CourtJudicial SystemLegal SecretarialAdministrative PoliciesCourt RulesConfidential Administrative AssistantCourt Participants CoordinationCase Status EvaluationSecurity Measures CoordinationTransport of In-Custody Defendants

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide complex paralegal, legal secretarial, and office administrative assistance for Superior Court Judges
Coordinate court proceedings and court participants, including defendants, attorneys, judges, clerks, jurors, witnesses, interpreters, law enforcement, and jail transport
Manage and coordinate cases on Individual Court Calendar, Unlawful Detainer, Therapeutic Court, Juvenile, Family Law, and Chief Criminal dockets
Coordinate, plan, and manage database applications and programs for calendaring and case flow
Serve as liaison between the Superior Court, government agencies, attorneys, litigants, jurors, law enforcement, victims, and the public
Provide case status and disposition information to attorneys and pro-se litigants
Review case materials for conflicts of interest, ex parte communications, and confidential matters
Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents, court orders, correspondence, and jury instructions
Research and interpret policies, procedures, court rules, and statutes
Track pending caseloads, prepare reports, evaluate case status, and recommend or implement appropriate action
Review case files for accuracy, compliance, and completeness
Manage pretrial and trial requirements and update case statuses in the case management system
Oversee security, administrative issues, jury activities, and electronic systems for official court proceedings
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive reports, correspondence, conversations, proceedings, and inquiries
Coordinate security measures and transport of in-custody defendants
Coordinate County equipment repairs and tracking
Use technology platforms and equipment, including Zoom, Webex, and audiovisual equipment
Perform other related duties as required or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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Cover Letter
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college
One (1) year of experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, executive secretary or confidential administrative assistant
An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered
Required to enter into a confidentiality agreement at the time of hire and maintain compliance throughout employment
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Driver’s License if required by the position
Knowledge of calendaring, case flow management and jury management
Knowledge of legal terminology, laws, codes, and court rules governing the judicial system
Working knowledge of local and state court rules, administrative policies and court procedures
Knowledge of computer applications and utilization in a court environment
Knowledge of video equipment and utilization in a court environment
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters
Ability to perform independent research and analysis
Ability to operate office equipment, recording equipment, computer equipment and related software programs
Ability to accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

Comp & perks

Same paid six weeks off as the Judge
Employer-paid medical, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability contributions (included in total compensation estimate)
Leave benefits (included in total compensation estimate)
Retirement fund contributions (included in total compensation estimate)
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities