Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant, Karnes County Texas

$47,000 annually, plus benefits (salary based on experience). This is a Grant Funded Position under SB 22 funds.

Posting Date:  February 9, 2026
Closing Date:  When position is filled

Open Until Filled:

The legal assistant provides assistance in organizing and producing case-related material for required disclosure, court presentation and management.  Performs a variety of administrative and clerical support functions for the County Attorney’s Office. Manages case preparation including but not limited to witness lists and witness coordination, exhibit lists and coordination, bates numbering and logging, pretrial motions and orders. Manages evidence, including but not limited to, photographs, video and audio tapes and any other physical item in the custody of the County Attorney for evidentiary or Open Records purposes. Performs general clerical duties including answering the telephone, filing, typing correspondence, etc. Assists the general public via telephone or in person with information pertaining to various legal issues/questions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

– Must be able to conduct self in a professional manner, and develop/maintain good working relationships with visitors, co-workers, judges and County officials.
– Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation conducted by Karnes County.

– High School diploma or equivalent

– One year experience in the legal field preferred

Resumes may be sent by email or mail to: 

Jennifer R. Tapia, County Attorney of Karnes 

jennifer.tapia@co.karnes.tx.us 
101 N. Panna Maria, Suite 302, Karnes City, Texas 78118