Job Title:
Legal Clerk I - Civil Filing Center
Company: City of Philadelphia Pennsylvania
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
This position can be generally defined as a customer service role that serves as the primary public-facing point of contact within a court filing office. The role is responsible for assisting the public, especially self-represented litigants, by providing accurate information about court procedures, reviewing legal documents for compliance with court rules, and processing filings in accordance with applicable laws and administrative policies. It requires managing a high volume of in-person and phone inquiries, maintaining accurate case records in court systems, and ensuring documents are properly filed, routed, or returned as needed. In addition to administrative and technical duties, the position emphasizes strong customer service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, maintain professionalism in stressful or challenging interactions, and de-escalate conflict while ensuring fair and impartial treatment of all litigants. The role also supports overall court operations by...Civil, Legal, Clerk, Customer Service, Processing, Construction, Dance