Non-Attorney Employment Opportunities

Announcement# USDC 26-03, Court Services Clerk

Date: 2/13/2026

Closing Date: 2/24/2026 (more than one position may be available)

Salary Range: CL25-27 / $55,812 – $109,789 (salary commensurate with experience and qualifications plus 1.49% COLA)

Location: Anchorage/Fairbanks/Juneau, AK

OVERVIEW: The Position performs duties that support court services within our Operations Department. Duties include case management, public counter, courtroom duties, and jury services. With progressively increased responsibilities, knowledge, and tasks, the incumbent may advance through a graduated salary step process from CL25 through CL27. This position is in the Clerk’s Office of the US District Court and reports to the Court Services Manager.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES FOR CL 25/CL 26/CL27 CAN BE FOUND AT: https://www.akd.uscourts.gov/district-alaska-careers

CL25 ($55,812-$90,755)

CL26 ($61,479-$99,916)

CL27 ($67,539-$109,789)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, with a minimum of two years of generalized experience and one year of specialized experience at CL25-26; two years of specialized experience at the CL27.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates must submit ALL the following documents in ONE format:

• A cover letter detailing how your qualifications meet the job requirements,
• A current resume, and
• Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, form AO 78.
• Send ALL documents as a single .pdf document to: HR@akd.uscourts.gov

This position is subject to mandatory electronic direct deposit of salary payments. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to withdraw the announcement without prior written or other notice. All information provided by applicants is subject to verification and background investigation. Applicants are advised that false statements or omission of information on any application materials may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal or an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.

The United States District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer

(Posted: 2/19/2026)

Busy insurance defense law firm seeking an eager, motivated, and punctual office assistant.  Part time position with required hours from approximately 12pm to 5 pm.  Position includes answering phones, processing mail, scanning documents with substantial computer use, filing, light bookkeeping, clerical support to Paralegals and Legal Assistants, and some light office cleaning.  Legal experience or understanding of legal pleadings helpful but not required.  Parking provided. Salary $20-$23 per hour DOE. 

Send cover letter and resume by email to khelton@farleygraves.com or fax to (907) 274-5111. 

(Posted: 2/17/2026)

The Federal Public Defender for the District of Alaska is accepting applications for an Investigator position in its Anchorage office. This is a full-time, permanent position in a small, highly collaborative federal defender office representing indigent clients across the District of Alaska.

Our office employs a holistic, client-centered defense model and is known for close collaboration among attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and support staff. Investigators are essential members of the defense team and are involved at every stage of representation—pretrial, trial, sentencing, and post-conviction. The position requires independent judgment, persistence, and thoughtful fact development in high-stakes federal cases.

Responsibilities include conducting thorough investigations; reviewing and analyzing discovery; locating and interviewing witnesses; gathering and evaluating documentary and physical evidence; preparing clear investigative reports; assisting with trial preparation; and developing background information relevant to sentencing. The role also involves coordination with experts and consultants, maintaining confidential case files, and, when necessary, testifying in court.

The ideal candidate brings strong investigative instincts, sound professional judgment, excellent communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to ethical, client-centered defense work. Experience conducting independent investigations is required; criminal defense or related investigative experience is strongly preferred.

Salary Range: Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) Grade 11/Step 1 through Grade 14/Step 10 ($84,439 – $184,886), commensurate with experience and qualifications, with promotion potential to Grade 14.

To view the full vacancy announcement and application instructions, visit: https://ak.fd.org/investigator

The Federal Public Defender is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted: 2/13/2026)

Clapp Peterson Tiemessen Thorsness LLC seeks a paralegal /legal assistant in the Fairbanks office with experience in civil litigation, including professional malpractice and products liability.  Successful candidate will be reliable, self-motivated and highly organized with a minimum of three years of related experience.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary depending on experience $24 – $30.

 Send letter of interest, resume and three professional references to kmo@cplawak.com or fax information to (907) 479-7966. 

(Posted: 2/12/2026)

Alaska Commission on Judicial Conduct

Executive Director

Anchorage, Alaska

$141,921.00 – $168,168.00 Annually

Closing Date: Friday, March 6, 2026

The ACJC seeks an executive director with excellent communication, analysis, and writing skills to assist it with investigating complaints of ethical misconduct and claims of judicial disability in a manner that will ensure an independent, fair, and competent judiciary while maintaining public confidence in the courts. This role involves handling complex situations and sensitive oral and written communications; drafting, editing, and analyzing reports and other documents; and preparing and managing budgets, contracts, licenses, and building rentals. The executive director acts under the guidance and direction of the Commission, reports directly to the Commission, and serves at the will of the Commission.  

Minimum Qualifications:  Admission to the Alaska State Bar with a minimum of 5 years of legal experience required at the time of hire; comprehensive knowledge of the provisions of the Code of Judicial Conduct and its application to Alaska’s culture and environment; strong legal research, writing, and communication skills; excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain legal and ethical concepts to a variety of stakeholders, including judges, attorneys, public officials, and the public; a high level of trustworthiness, discretion, and sound judgment; exceptional analytical skills to assess complaints, legal issues, and evidence in a thorough and impartial manner.

How to Apply: Go to Workplace Alaska to complete your application and submit the following: resume (listing all employers for the past ten years); cover letter; three writing samples; and five professional references (including at least one from a previous employer).

For questions regarding the application process on Workplace Alaska, please contact recruitment@akcourts.gov.

For questions regarding the position, please contact Chair Amy Mead at Chair@acjc.state.ak.us.

A more detailed position description is available on the Commission’s website: http://www.acjc.alaska.gov.  

(Posted: 2/9/2026)

Legal Administrative Specialist (Litigation Support) (GS 7/9)

 Announcement closes on 2/11/26

If selected for this position, you will serve as a member of a litigation team composed of legal and support staff. In coordination with the office’s System Manager, Litigation Support Unit, Division Chief’s and support staff, the Legal Administrative Specialist will provide technical and analytical assistance to support the litigation needs of the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO). Typical work assignments will include:

• Providing technical assistance to Assistant United States Attorneys in a developmental capacity to facilitate the management of incoming and outgoing document discovery in accordance with e-Discovery and other procedural requirements;
• Utilizing a variety of Automated Litigation Support (ALS) software applications to locate, organize, analyze, characterize and present information that is pertinent to the government’s position in the case;
• Uses software applications to extract electronic case materials from storage devices or download electronic case materials from secure file transfer sites.
• Managing and operating a variety of computer hardware such as printers, plotters, audio-visual devices, and other state-of-the-art equipment to conceptualize exhibits and complete special presentation projects; and
• Performing work that involves communicating through visual means by preparing photo boards, maps, charts, and other demonstrative exhibits required for litigation. Assuring computers and presentation equipment are functional in courtrooms and grand jury sessions.
• Routes and stores electronic case materials in compliance with office policies and procedures.
• Ensures proper security is maintained over case and litigation support project materials, in accordance with office policies and procedures.
• Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress

Salary $57,055 to – $90,731 per year.  Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication.  This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing.  Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.  If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. 

To apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/855663100

(Posted: 1/29/2026)

Nyquist Law Group (NLG), located in downtown Anchorage, focuses on divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, military divorce, adoptions, and family law appeals. Our legal team currently consists of eight full-time female legal professionals, including an amazing support staff with decades of legal experience.

Applicant must have experienced writing abilities, a basic understanding of legal research, be detailed oriented, be effective at communication, possess a strong work ethic, and have interest in working in this field. Applicants should also be proficient in typical law office software such as Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and have the ability to learn new programs such as Clio.

Owner, Kara Nyquist has been practicing law for 25 years and has handled or supervised over 1000 family law cases and 32 appeals in the area of divorce. Ms. Nyquist has been involved with innovative Alaska Supreme Court cases that have helped shaped the law in Alaska.

We are located in a beautiful newly renovated office building owned by Ms. Nyquist with covered parking in the heart of downtown.

Salary and Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary from $52,000 to $65,000+, based on experience plus monthly and annual bonus opportunities. Annual salary increases are considered based on performance.
• Dog friendly office for well-behaved dogs
• On the job training.
• Four-day weekends during federal holidays.
• Paid vacation and sick days, 10 paid holidays.
• Four-week paid Maternity leave after one year of employment.
• 401K plan with firm contributions.
• Wellness Initiatives including annual employee retreats, in-office massages from a professional massage therapist and more!

  Check out our website and google reviews to become more familiar with our practice and our clients’ experiences.

Cover letter, resume and writing sample should be sent to Kallie Rush via email: kallie@nyquistlaw.com .

(Posted: 1/27/2026)

Richmond & Quinn is looking for a full-time, in-office Paralegal to provide support and work alongside the firm’s attorneys. The work involves, among other things, factual research, including interviewing potential witnesses; maintaining case files; extensive document review; organizing and summation of documents; requesting and obtaining medical records from various providers; and some occasional clerical duties. The candidate will be responsible for summarizing medical records for potential impacts on the case and further discovery of other patient treatment facilities. In this role you will also be responsible for the following:

• File management (both paper and electronic).
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, to including discovery, disclosure, subpoena, and all other documents from the initial complaint through trial.
• Docketing and deadline management.
• Organizing and Indexing documents in an internal electronic database.
• Advanced familiarity with Microsoft Office and general computer functionality.
• Preparing medical visit and medical bill summaries.
• Routine communication with clients via phone, in person, and email.
• Routine communication with outside agencies to include insurance claims adjusters, health care providers, and opposing counsel and paralegals.

Candidates should be extremely organized; detail oriented; possess high energy and enthusiasm; be capable of learning quickly; be self-motivated; possess exceptional oral and written communication skills; and able to work both independently and as part of a team. A degree or paralegal certification is a plus but could be overlooked in place of 2+ years of paralegal/law office experience.

We offer a competitive salary ($45,000 – $80,000 DOE) and a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer contributions, flex spending account, life insurance, and paid time off.  Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and references to Cassie Jeanes, Office Manager at cjeanes@richmondquinn.com.  

(Posted: 1/26/2026)

Richmond & Quinn, a dynamic and successful civil litigation defense firm for over 50 years, is recruiting a litigation secretary in our Anchorage office.

Job Duties:

• Type, proofread, format, and edit correspondence, pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Prepare spreadsheets analyzing client billing data.
• Open new client matters and initiate conflict checks.
• Maintain paper and electronic files.
• Draft correspondence and communicate with project team and client contacts.
• Schedule appointments, depositions, meetings; maintain calendars; set up conference calls.
• File pleadings in state and federal courts in many different venues, as well as in agency proceedings.
• Track and calendar internal and litigation deadlines.
• Open and route mail and email; attach files and documents.

The ideal candidate should have; excellent grammar; proofreading and organizational skills. Strong skills in word processing and computer use proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat or Nuance required. Experience filing documents with state and federal courts. Ability to read and understand court rules, and to ensure compliance with assigned judge’s individual rules and practices. Possess a high attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materials • Ability to work independently and anticipate needed tasks to complete projects • Ability and willingness to learn new electronic programs • High level of energy; able to work at a fast pace and to prioritize tasks • Ability to work in a team-oriented, service focused environment • Ability to understand and follow work instructions with minimal supervision.

Preferred candidates will possess 2+ years’ experience as a litigation assistant, or similar administrative assistant experience.  Richmond & Quinn is willing to train the right candidate if their proofreading keyboarding and MS Word skills are above average.

We offer competitive salary ($45,000 – $60,000 DOE) and benefits package.  Interested applicants should e-mail a resume to Cassie Jeanes, Office Manager, at cjeanes@richmondquinn.com.

(Posted: 1/26/2026)

Legal Assistant (GS 5/6/7)

Announcement closes on 2/6/26

Salary $46,060 to $74.173 Per Year.  Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication.  This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing.  Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.  If selected, you may be required to complete a one–year probationary period.  .

To apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/855371800

(Posted: 1/23/2026)

Our national law firm is looking for a full-time experienced Legal Assistant for our Anchorage, Alaska office. 

Legal Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Prepares correspondence and legal documents for attorneys.
• Handles litigation filings in federal, tribal and state court.
• Has familiarity with court filing systems, court rules, calendaring of litigation deadlines, and handling of general litigation tasks.
• Carries out administrative duties such as filing, data entry, copying, scanning, etc., as needed.
• Shares basic office tasks with other assistants, including, but not limited to, answering phones, distributing mail, and managing office calendars.
• Works well with colleagues in Anchorage and other Firm offices.
• Supports the Firm’s administrative and legal team with strong organizational skills and interpersonal communication skills.
• Provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of office.
• Exhibits professional and courteous communication via phone, e-mail and mail.
• Oversees the preparation of attorney travel vouchers, monthly expense reimbursements, credit card reconciliations, and accounts receivable and payable.

Hours: Monday through Friday – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with 1 hour lunch

Skills and Qualifications

• Document Management Skills
• Litigation Management Skills
• Administrative Writing Skills
• Microsoft 365 Skills
• Organization Skills
• Communication Skills

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma (college degree preferred)
• 3 – 5 years of legal assistant experience, including litigation work.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Familiarity with other computer software, including time-keeping software and document management systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Pay: $55,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages.  To apply: please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Vivien Straume at vstraume@sonosky.com.  No phone calls please. 

(Posted: 1/23/2026)

Our national law firm is looking for a full-time administrative Office Assistant for our Anchorage, Alaska office.  The ideal candidate is motivated and eager to learn, detail-oriented and has the ability to thrive in a high-paced environment and manage competing deadlines.

Office Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Works with other staff to complete billing process and send monthly invoices.
• Shares basic office tasks with other assistants, including, but not limited to, greeting visitors, answering phones, distributing mail, and managing office calendars.
• Works well with colleagues in Anchorage and other Firm offices.
• Supports the Firm’s administrative and legal team with strong organizational skills and interpersonal communication skills.
• Provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of office, maintain office supplies and reorder as necessary.
• Exhibits professional and courteous communication via phone, e-mail and mail.
• Helps prepare attorney travel vouchers, monthly expense reimbursements, credit card reconciliations, accounts receivable and payable.

Hours: Monday through Friday – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with 1 hour lunch

Skills and Qualifications

• Document Management Skills
• Administrative Writing Skills
• Microsoft 365 Skills
• Organization Skills
• Communication Skills

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma (college degree preferred)
• 3 – 5 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Familiarity with other computer software, including time-keeping software and document management systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Pay: $45,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages.  To apply: please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Vivien Straume at vstraume@sonosky.com.  No phone calls please. 

(Posted: 1/23/2026)

Paralegal – Dillon Findley & Simonian, P.C. – Anchorage

Dillon Findley & Simonian, P.C. is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Paralegal to join our team. We offer a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment where your work directly impacts the individuals, businesses, and communities we serve.

About Our Firm

We maintain a dynamic and diverse practice representing individuals, corporations, public utilities, and municipalities in matters involving:

• Medical malpractice
• Complex civil litigation
• Municipal matters
• Public utility litigation
• Transactional law

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery (incoming and outgoing).
• Conduct legal research using online and print resources; summarize findings for attorneys.
• Organize, maintain, and retrieve case files, including evidence, exhibits, transcripts, and other sensitive materials.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation and attend trials and hearings as needed.
• Maintain accurate billable hours using the firm’s time and billing software.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and research methods.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

Why Join Our Team

We offer a supportive, team‑oriented environment and a competitive total compensation package. Our firm values professional development and provides opportunities for growth within your legal career.  Pay range $30.00 – $35.00 DOE

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to:
Elke Joos, Firm Administrator
elke@dillonfindley.com

(Posted: 1/23/2025)

Role Overview
The Financial Controller oversees day‑to‑day financial operations, ensures technical accounting accuracy, and manages all practice and accounting systems. This role maintains strong internal controls, enforces accounting discipline, and ensures efficient, compliant financial processes—especially regarding legal accounting and trust management.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
• Manage the general ledger, including operating and trust reconciliations, month‑end close, and financial reporting.
• Ensure all transactions comply with accounting standards and trust‑accounting rules.
• Supervise accounting staff handling receivables, payables, trust transactions, billing entries, expenses, and adjustments.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and overall ledger integrity.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports.
• Oversee trust reconciliations and resolve escalations to keep the trust ledger compliant.
• Identify and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls.

Core Skillset & Qualifications:
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) and QBO integrations
• Strong reconciliation skills (operating + trust)
• Ability to identify and correct matter‑level discrepancies
• Knowledge of legal accounting and trust compliance
• Experience with month‑end close and GL maintenance
• Ability to supervise transactional staff
• Skill in internal controls, workflow consistency, and process structure
• Strong Excel skills
• Willingness to learn and work with LEAP legal accounting software

Requirements:
Education
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA/CMA preferred but not required
• Additional training in trust or legal accounting a plus

Experience
• 5–8+ years progressive accounting or financial management experience
• Prior Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, or Controller role
• Professional services experience—especially law firms or trust‑dependent environments—highly preferred
• Direct experience with GL management, month‑end close, reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Demonstrated staff supervision or mentorship experience

Benefits:

• Salary –   $110,000 – $130,000 / annually
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance
• Free Parking

Nyquist Law Group (NLG), located in downtown Anchorage, focuses on divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, military divorce, adoptions, and family law appeals. Our legal team currently consists of ten full-time female legal professionals, including an amazing support staff with decades of legal experience.

Applicant must have excellent customer service skills to communicate with clients and answer phones daily, an understanding of programs such as Microsoft word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat, ability to maintain general cleanliness of the office. Applicant will be expected to oversee secure building entrance, complete office errands, transport attorneys to the Courthouse as needed, perform clerical duties such as filing, copying, faxing and scanning. Work hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Owner, Kara Nyquist has been practicing law for 25 years and has handled or supervised over 1000 family law cases and 32 appeals in the area of divorce. Ms. Nyquist has been involved with innovative Alaska Supreme Court cases that have helped shaped the law in Alaska.

We are located in a beautiful newly renovated office building owned by Ms. Nyquist with covered parking in the heart of downtown.

Salary and Benefits:

• We offer a competitive compensation of $20+ DOE an hour to start.  Annual pay increases are considered based on performance.
• On the job training.
• Four-day weekends during federal holidays.
• Paid vacation and sick days, 10 paid holidays.
• Four-week paid Maternity leave after one year of employment.
• 401K plan with firm contributions.
• Wellness Initiatives including annual employee retreats. 

Check out our website and google reviews to become more familiar with our practice and our clients’ experiences.

Cover letter and resume should be sent to Kallie Rush via email: kallie@nyquistlaw.com .

(Posted: 1/14/2026)

The Federal Public Defender for the District of Alaska is accepting applications for a Mitigation Specialist position in its Anchorage office. This is a full-time, permanent position in a small, highly collaborative federal defender office representing indigent clients across the District of Alaska.

Our office employs a holistic, client-centered defense model and is known for close collaboration among attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and support staff. Mitigation Specialists are fully integrated members of the defense team and are involved early and consistently throughout representation, including pretrial litigation, plea negotiations, sentencing, and post-conviction matters.

The position combines mitigation, investigation, and social-work-informed advocacy. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive social histories, investigating life circumstances and background factors relevant to charging and sentencing, gathering and synthesizing records, interviewing clients and collateral sources, preparing written mitigation materials, and coordinating with experts and community-based service providers.

The ideal candidate brings experience working with justice-involved individuals, strong analytical and writing skills, professional judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to indigent defense and collaborative practice.

Salary Range: Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) Grade 11/Step 1 through Grade 14/Step 10 ($84,439 – $184,886), commensurate with experience and qualifications, with promotion potential to Grade 14.

To view the full vacancy announcement and application instructions, visit: https://ak.fd.org/mitigation-specialist

The Federal Public Defender is an equal opportunity employer.

(Posted: 1/9/2026)

Chicklo Law Group is hiring a full-time paralegal. Our office specializes in family law and domestic relations. We are located at 731 I St, Suite 101, Anchorage, AK 99501. 

Qualifications:

• Family law experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills
• Timely and reliable

Pay and Benefits:

• $40 per hour or more depending on experience
• Excellent health insurance
• 401k available after one year of employment

Please contact marc@chicklolaw.com or contact us at 907-865-8608. 

Thank you for your interest!

(Posted: 1/6/2026)