Senior Legal Assistant, Civil Division & Public Records

Posted 10 days ago

city of yakimaUnion Gap (WA)

Paralegals and Legal Assistants Courts

SENIORITY

Mid

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About the role

City of Yakima is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Civil division under the City Attorney. The successful candidate will analyze requests, prepare pleadings, and organize case materials with discretion and confidentiality. Applicants must have at least four years of legal paralegal or related experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain CJIS access. A Bachelor's degree or relevant certifications may substitute for experience, with municipal law exposure preferred.

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