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Aiken County Government

Assistant Solicitor I

Aiken, SC · On-site

$79K - $91K/yr

Solicitor Opening Date: 09/24/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Description This position is responsible for prosecuting felony cases in General Sessions Court. Examples of Duties JOB DUTIES AND ...

Office of the Solicitor

Staff Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$102K - $133K/yr

Summary The Division of Fair Labor Standards (FLS) within the Solicitor's Office is seeking a Staff Assistant to help manage our office. FLS provides legal services related to workers' rights to ...

Wahed

Paralegal

Birmingham, AL

About I Will Solicitors Ltd: I Will Solicitors Ltd, is a subsidiary of Wahed. It specialises in the field of private client work, (Wills, inheritance tax planning, probate, trusts, Court of ...

Wahed

Tax Consultant

Birmingham, AL

About I Will Solicitors Ltd: I Will Solicitors Ltd, is a subsidiary of Wahed. It specialises in the field of private client work, (Wills, inheritance tax planning, probate, trusts, Court of ...

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What are solicitors and what do they do?

Solicitors are legal professionals who provide advice, prepare legal documents, and represent clients in various legal matters. They often handle issues such as contracts, property transactions, wills, family law, and more. While solicitors typically work directly with clients and handle most legal work outside of court, they may also represent clients in lower courts or instruct barristers for higher court cases. Their role is crucial in ensuring clients understand their legal rights and obligations, and they often act as the first point of contact for anyone seeking legal assistance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Solicitor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Solicitor, you need a law degree, completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), and strong legal research and analytical skills. Familiarity with case management systems, legal databases like LexisNexis or Westlaw, and relevant professional certifications are typically required. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills help solicitors stand out. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective legal advice, ensuring compliance, and building client trust in a competitive legal environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Solicitor and how do they collaborate with clients and colleagues?

Solicitors spend much of their day drafting legal documents, advising clients on a wide range of legal matters, and conducting legal research to support cases or transactions. They regularly communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide updates, and often coordinate with barristers, paralegals, and other solicitors within their firm. Collaboration is key, as solicitors frequently work as part of a team, especially when preparing for court cases or negotiating contracts. Building strong client relationships and maintaining clear communication with colleagues are essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Solicitor vs Barrister?

AspectSolicitorBarrister
QualificationsLaw degree, Legal Practice Course (LPC), and training contractLaw degree, Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC), and pupillage
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate offices, client meetingsCourts, chambers, advocacy in trials
Roles & ResponsibilitiesAdvising clients, preparing legal documents, negotiatingRepresenting clients in court, advocacy, legal arguments
Usage & IndustryCommonly employed in law firms and corporate legal departmentsPrimarily found in courtrooms and legal chambers

While solicitors handle client advice, document preparation, and negotiations, barristers specialize in courtroom advocacy and representing clients in court. Both roles are essential in the legal industry, often working together to provide comprehensive legal services.

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Deputy Clerk II - G115 State Court Solicitor

Deputy Clerk II - G115 State Court Solicitor

Columbus Consolidated Government

Columbus, GA

$17.05/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Salary: $17.05 Hourly
Location : Columbus Consolidated Government, 100 10th Street, Columbus, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2026-00000292
Department: State Court
Division: State Court Solicitor
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Major Duties and Responsibilities
This position is responsible for performing clerical and administrative tasks in support of the Office of the Solicitor General.
  • Organizes and files legal documents and other official paperwork.
  • Maintains an expansive system of case files.
  • Types and maintains a system of criminal records.
  • Coordinates case processing with the State Court Clerk's Office and Muscogee County Jail personnel.
  • Prepares cases set for court.
  • Performs the duties of the Court Coordinator - Solicitor General as needed.
  • Screens, routes, and assists callers and visitors.
  • Schedules court dates.
  • Prepares dockets.
  • Assists in supervising magnet high school interns.
  • Files and distributes waivers from attorneys.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of the legal system.
  • Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
  • Skill in the operation of standard office equipment.
  • Skill in the operation of computers and various software programs.
  • Skill in typing, filing, and writing. Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Minimum Educational and Training Requirements
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Physical Requirements
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee must occasionally lift light objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
  • Balancing - maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching.
  • Crouching - bending body forward by bending leg, spine.
  • Feeling - perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips.
  • Grasping - applying pressure to object with fingers, palm.
  • Handling - picking, holding, or working with whole hand.
  • Hearing 1 - perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information.
  • Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees.
  • Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back.
  • Manual Dexterity - picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand.
  • Mental Acuity - ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning.
  • Reaching - extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.
  • Speaking - expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely.Standing - for sustained periods of time.
  • Standing - for sustained periods of time.
  • Stooping - bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back.
  • Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word.
  • Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.
  • Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.
The work is typically performed in an office, library, or computer room.
The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Benefits include the following:
  • Low-cost Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Credit Union
  • Direct Deposit
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • PERK Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Supplemental Retirement Plan
  • Free and Discounted Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered to all City Employees.
  • Discounted Movie Tickets
  • Free Notary Services
  • Ride a Metra Bus for Free
  • Free Mulch
  • Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
  • Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
  • Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
  • River Center Discounts
  • Cell Phone Carrier Discounts

Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General Government and in Public Safety. Employees in the pension plan must meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for retirement. The current vesting period is ten years, and the current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary.
Supplemental Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account. Your compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for your financial future as well.
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Which best describes your level of education? (You will be asked to provide documentation)
  • No High School Diploma
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Technical College
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate's Degree

02
What computer software programs are you proficient in using?
  • None
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Microsoft Word
  • Other

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Please explain any experience you have working with the courts system.
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Please list and explain any work experience you have with the use of computers, standard business software applications, and specialized software applications used by the courts.
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How many years of clerical and/or administrative experience do you have?
  • None
  • 0 - 1 year
  • 1 - 3 years
  • 3 - 5 years
  • 5 years or more

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