Overview
Associate Attorney – Litigation Focus Jobs in Lakeland, FL at Monk Law Group, PLLC
Job Title
Judiciary Clerk
Division/Department
Criminal/Traffic
Closing Date
February 21, 2025
Location
District Court Baltimore City 5800 Wabash Ave. Baltimore, MD 21215
Salary
$49,825
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
At Will
No
Position Type
Full time
The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.
Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov)
About the Maryland Court System | Maryland Courts (mdcourts.gov)
https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/import/hr/salaryrangesfy25a.pdf
Essential Job Functions:
The Judiciary Clerk performs daily case processing duties and responsibilities, including data entry work for Criminal, Traffic, and other case types for Baltimore City District Court. Provides information to the public and other agencies about the status of cases or court procedures. Responds to inquiries via mail, telephone, or in person. Performs other duties assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Greets and assists the public and court related personnel, responding to inquiries regarding the proper completion of various forms and providing information regarding court policies and procedures.
Provides information about the status of cases or office procedures. Prepares case files and ensures that all necessary documents are completed and accurate in accordance with established court procedures.
Enters new cases and updates existing case information into the courts data system.
Reviews and processes legal documents such as bench warrants, bond forfeitures, subpoenas, summons, appeals, continuances, commitment papers, and court dockets.
Performs data entry in the Maryland Judicial Information system for criminal, traffic, and Civil cases.
Communicates courteously and efficiently with internal and external customers.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
Experience: One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole, and probation, legal or financial services.
Note:
A bachelor?s degree may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal/associate degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
General office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Standard legal forms and documents used in the Judiciary.
Basic English and arithmetic to include, but not limited to, spelling, punctuation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Skill in:
Customer service and handling problems tactfully and patiently.
Typing on a personal computer.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to:
Use standard office and business equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, copier, cash register, scanner, fax machine, etc.
Use and maintain alphabetical and numerical filing systems.
Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with judges, the public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel, both verbally and in writing.
Understand and abide by departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality in dealing with the public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.
Follow procedures, verbal and written instructions, and protocols for any given assignment.
Use proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying appropriate policy, procedure, rule, law, and/or regulation to a situation.
Physical Requirements:
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Equipment, Machinery and Tools:
Personal computer, copier machine, fax machine
Software and Computer Skills:
Revenue Collection System, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Judicial Information Systems-Criminal, Traffic, Civil, MDEC-XJP
Selection Process:
Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, “see resume” will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [email protected] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Please find the Maryland Judiciary’s equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.
Title: Associate Attorney – Litigation Focus
Company: Monk Law Group, PLLC
Location: Lakeland, FL
