Paralegal II (3) - Houston, TX
Company: Lone Star Legal Aid
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 10, 2021
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Job Description:
Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks three full time one year
contract Paralegal II (job #273-275) for our Houston Branch
Office.
Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit law firm and
its mission is to protect and advance the civil rights of
low-income Texans by providing advocacy, legal representation, and
community education that ensure equal access to justice.
Summary Of Responsibilities
The principle duties for this position are to conduct intake,
interview applicants and clients, give advice under supervision of
an Attorney; to maintain an active caseload by advising Applicants;
to enter data, write letters and handle applicant communications,
open and close cases promptly complying with LSLA policies; to
prepare reports requested by the Attorney to whom the individual is
assigned; to create educational materials and make public
presentations; to participate in agency and community office
outreach efforts; to attend and/or coordinate clinics or other
events; to recruit, train, and/or supervise lay volunteers; and to
perform, other related duties as assigned. If bilingual, interprets
and/or translates as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent and either two years experience
in a legal setting with client contact or a certificate from an
accredited paralegal program or a minimum of 2 years of
college.
Minimum Skills And Abilities
This position requires good interviewing, assessment, problem
solving, and negotiating skill as well as strong communication
skill; demonstrate ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the
client community; and knowledge of area community service providers
and agencies. It also requires high degree of ethical and
professional standards; ability to work under pressure; ability to
use technology and a digital case management system; and client
service orientation. Travel may be required. Bilingual (Spanish &
English) speaking/writing skills preferred.
Classification Non-exempt
Reports to Managing Attorney
Benefits
Medical Benefits
Paid Leave
Lone Star Legal Aid is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or
veteran status.
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