Paralegal I - Access to Justice Program
Core
Support self-represented litigants in high-volume legal aid clinics, primarily focusing on probate conservatorship matters, by guiding them through court procedures, preparing legal documents, and managing case intake. (via careerplan.io/jobs/45-001-5A-270-paralegal-i-access-to-justice-program)
Role type
Paralegal I (Access to Justice Program)
Builds
Legal documents, petitions, and case management records for self-help clinics
Domain
Legal services / Access to Justice / Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse / Estate Law
Required skills
Document preparation, case intake management, court procedure guidance, volunteer coordination, public speaking, data entry, legal terminology knowledge, MS Office proficiency, legal database proficiency (Lexis/Nexis), bilingual communication (English/Spanish)
Preferred skills
Law firm experience, state court system knowledge, volunteer management experience, interest in elder care
Technologies
Lexis/Nexis, Internet/Web applications, Case management systems
Responsibilities
Assist self-represented litigants with court procedures and document preparation; Conduct intake and enter data into case management systems; Coordinate and support in-person and virtual clinics; Manage high-volume phone intake; Prepare forms and petitions for conservatorship matters; Partner with Pro Bono Department to recruit and train volunteers; Collaborate with court partners and community organizations; Maintain case management practices and ensure compliance.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC