LEGAL OFFICE SUPPORT ASSISTANT I

Position/Program Information

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
We will begin accepting online applications on Thursday, April 23, 2026, 8:00 am (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 , to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER

R2160F-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from everyone.

The County of Los Angeles is recruiting for highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Legal Office Support Assistant I.

For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us at https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .

Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

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Essential Job Functions

What does a Legal Office Support Assistant I do?

• Types from handwritten drafts, tapes, or verbal instructions various legal documents such as briefs, complaints, contracts, investigation reports, motions, legislation, opinions, petitions, points and authorities, subpoenas, warrants, letters, memos and other documents as required.
• Processes various legal documents by preparing forms with complete and accurate information extracted from various sources, obtaining necessary signatures, attaching required addenda, and ensuring the complete document is received by or filed with the appropriate parties within statutory time limits.
  
• Obtains, by telephone or correspondence, additional necessary information such as CII rap sheets, proof of prior convictions, proof of subpoena service, doctors and laboratory reports, and probation reports.
  
• Prepares routine correspondence on own initiative such as transmittal letters, letters regarding extensions, notifications of depositions, agreed medical examiner letters, and appointment verifications.
  
• Contacts judges, court commissioners, attorneys, court clerks, witnesses, doctors, governmental agencies, and other County departments to obtain and confirm information or to arrange medical appointments, depositions, hearings, etc.
  
• Maintains case status records and files by posting court actions and court dates to electronic databases or other media, calendars, index cards, and file jackets; files cases prior to next court appearance dates or closes files.
  
• Screens and routes telephone calls; furnishes information to the public, attorneys, and authorized law enforcement personnel over the telephone or at a counter in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures regarding the release of confidential information.
  
• Performs general office duties such as filing, ordering and maintaining office supplies, opening and distributing mail, compiling data for reports, and keeping logs and date books.
  

For more information, please view the classification specification: Legal Office Support Assistant I

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY

• Option I: One year of specialized office clerical experience as a Senior Typist-Clerk* in the service of Los Angeles County, OR-Two years of clerical experience as an Intermediate Typist-Clerk* in the service of Los Angeles County. The required experience must have consisted of preparing and processing various legal documents, forms, and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology, and must have been gained while working for attorneys in the offices of the District Attorney, Public Defender, Alternate Public Defender, Child Support Services, or County Counsel.

• Option II: Two years of office clerical experience in a private law firm or corporate law office**.

Typewriting Skill Requirement:
The Legal Office Support Assistant I requires a typing proficiency of 40 net words per minute.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*To qualify under OPTION I, applicants must have County status in this classification, as evidenced by holding or having held such payroll title.

**To qualify under OPTION II, applicants must have experience in preparing and processing various legal documents, forms, and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology, and must have been gained while working in a private law firm or corporate law office.

NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED.

WITHHOLD INFORMATION
N o withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICIAL CLASS
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent:

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination process will consist of a Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) weighted 100% assessing:

• Customer Focus
• Learning Potential
• Responsibility
• General Problem-Solving Skills

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
Important Typing Test Information
The Legal Office Support Assistant I requires a typing proficiency of 40 words per minute.

You will be allowed one (1) attempt to pass the typing performance test within six (6) months from the date of the multiple choice and/or simulation assessments.

You may not need to take a typing test if you meet any of the following:
Current or former County employees who have held a typing position that required the necessary wpm.Applicants who have already taken and passed the County's typing performance test (administered by the Department of Human Resources) at the required wpm. If your passing score is already on file, it will be transferred automatically-no need to retest.Applicants who passed the “Typing Test - Score-Banking Only” with the required net wpm. Your score will also transfer automatically.

If you passed a County typing test through a different department (not DHR), please attach a copy of your typing certificate to your application when you apply. If you can’t attach it during filing, you must email it within seven (7) calendar days of the last day to apply/date of your application to: pgaldones@hr.lacounty.gov .

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

EXAM REVIEW
Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per CSR 7.19.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS
If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

TEST PREPARATION
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests .
• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.

Note: We may use an alternative banding method in line with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D).

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com
• pgaldones@hr.lacounty.gov

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: Paolo Galdones
Department Contact Email: pgaldones@hr.lacounty.gov
Department Contact Phone: (213) 262-2705
Exam Number: R2160F-R

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Closing Date/Time: 5/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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