Hybrid Criminal Defense Case Manager

at The Jeffcoat Firm

• Job title: Criminal Defense Case Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: $23 - $28 per hour
• Degree requirement: High School Diploma
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Charlotte, United States

About the role

• Criminal Defense Case Manager guiding clients through the case process, working with courts and law enforcement in North Carolina. Managing calendars, preparing legal documents, and assisting clients throughout their cases.

Responsibilities

• Managing attorney calendar, court appointments, client meetings, and answering phone calls
• Assisting in the preparation of motions, discovery requests, and affidavits
• Answering client questions about their case
• Drafting correspondence, and legal documents
• Maintaining case files and updating case management software
• Responsible for correctly documenting activity in case files
• Conducting client intake interviews and obtaining relevant information
• Coordinating with clients, court staff, law enforcement, and solicitors
• Assisting with trial preparation, including organizing discovery and files
• Attends required morning and monthly meetings
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Criminal Defense and/or Criminal Court experience
• Familiarity with state and federal court procedures and rules preferred
• North Carolina experience is required
• Bilingual Speaking (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi-task, and work both within a team and independently

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Parental leave
• Generous vacation policy plus 12 paid holidays annually
• Paid Volunteer Time Off